Shipping and Removals in Switzerland
Customary Swiss efficiency and a steady stream of new expat arrivals
means that shipping and removals to Switzerland is fairly straightforward. Expats tend to bring most of their household goods with them to Switzerland as it is expensive to buy new here, and even used goods are re-sold at a premium.
To import your household goods into Switzerland, you need to complete Swiss customs form 18.44: “Declaration/Application for clearance of household effects”. This must be submitted to your removals company along with the following documents:
means that shipping and removals to Switzerland is fairly straightforward. Expats tend to bring most of their household goods with them to Switzerland as it is expensive to buy new here, and even used goods are re-sold at a premium.
To import your household goods into Switzerland, you need to complete Swiss customs form 18.44: “Declaration/Application for clearance of household effects”. This must be submitted to your removals company along with the following documents:
- Itemised inventory of effects
- A copy of your valid passport
- Swiss residence permit (if you are not a Swiss national)
- Rental agreement or lease or property title of house or apartment
- Valid registration from the city hall
A good removals company will be invaluable in expediting this process, and ensuring there are no delays in processing one's goods through customs.
To import pets from your home country, you require a veterinary certificate and electronic tagging. Check in with the Federal Veterinary Office (www.bvet.admin.ch) for the precise details.
