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Schedule an appointment for electronic waste disposal

Registration of waste electrical and electronic equipment for proper disposal through authorized collection points or take-back systems.

Processing: 1 day
Online application possibleSuccess rate: 99.0 %

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Find the nearest drop-off location

    Municipal recycling centers, retailer take-back programs, or municipal collection.

  2. 2

    Return the device

    Free of charge at local collection points or at the retailer (for items of a certain size or larger).

  3. 3

    Proof of Disposal

    For businesses, obtain proof of proper disposal if necessary.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

Fees

Varies by case

Processing time

1 day

Official: max. 3 days

Online application

Online possible – at the responsible authority

Common mistakes

  • Appliances disposed of with household trash (illegal)
  • Do not remove the battery before disposal

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Households and businesses that want to dispose of electronic waste properly.

Income limit

The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. 1 day

Success rate

approx. 99.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Appliances disposed of with household trash (illegal)
  • Do not remove the battery before disposal

Common reasons for rejection

    Alternatives

    • Check related services in the application assistant
    • Use social counselling before applying

    If rejected

    Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.

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