Relocation to Switzerland
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Costs & transit for your relocation to Switzerland
Because Switzerland is not part of the EU customs union, a customs declaration of household goods via form 18.44 is mandatory when moving to Switzerland. Used household goods generally remain duty-free if they were used for at least six months before the move and if proof of residence and a residence permit are provided. The cost of a move to Switzerland depends mainly on the driving distance, the volume and the alpine access at the destination, which is why we calculate every truck transport individually.
What does a relocation to Switzerland cost?
Guide prices incl. export-grade packing. Binding fixed price after a survey.
Transport & transit to Switzerland
- Transport route
- Road (truck)
- Sea freight
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- Air freight
- 1–3 Tage
- Region
- Mitteleuropa
Where we regularly go in Switzerland
The destinations we are asked about most – and what sets each apart logistically.
Zurich
The most frequent destination, predominantly work-related. Customs declaration via form 18.44 – we prepare it in full.
- Transit
- 2–3 days
- Route
- Direct truck service
Lake Geneva & western Switzerland
Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux. A longer run, but often larger volumes with postings to international organisations.
- Transit
- 3–4 days
- Route
- Direct truck service
Basel & north-western Switzerland
Close to the border and therefore the most economical Swiss route – often feasible as a single-day run.
- Transit
- 1–2 days
- Route
- Direct truck service
Ticino & mountain regions
Lugano, Morcote, the Engadine. Alpine access limits vehicle size – we plan for transshipment there and cost it in beforehand.
- Transit
- 3–5 days
- Route
- Truck with local transshipment
Further destinations in Switzerland
Services for your relocation to Switzerland
Everything from a single source – from the first box in Germany to the reassembled wardrobe at your destination.
Direct truck service
Your own vehicle, loaded in Germany and unloaded at the destination – no transshipment, the shortest transit and a fixed delivery date.
Groupage on an existing route
We fill spare capacity on a run that is happening anyway. The most economical option for smaller volumes and flexible dates.
Packing & furniture assembly
Export-grade packing by our own crew, dismantling and reassembly of furniture, plus fitted kitchens on request.
Interim storage in our own halls
If the moving-out and moving-in dates do not line up, we store your goods in our own warehouses in Osnabrück – by the day or by the month.
Customs clearance & documents
Inventory lists, customs forms and import permits – prepared by us and cleared through our partner on the ground.
Transport insurance
Cover at the replacement value of your goods, not at the statutory liability minimum – including claims handling if anything goes wrong.
Your Benefits for Relocation to Switzerland
How It Works
Initial consultation: Contact Christian Braunschweig for a personal conversation about your destination country, costs and timeline.
Survey and fixed-price quote: With an on-site or video survey, we draw up an inventory list and a binding fixed-price quote.
Packing and shipping: Export-grade packing, customs documents and the optimal transport route – whether sea container, groupage or air freight.
Delivery and setup: Our local partner network handles customs clearance, delivery and furniture setup.
One point of contact. Full accountability.
Customs and Import Regulations for Switzerland
Official country guide from the International Association of Movers (IAM) with full details on customs, documents and import restrictions.
Schedule Video Survey
Convenient from home – show us your apartment via video call.
Switzerland is the most popular destination for German emigrants – and Koch Umzugslogistik is your experienced partner for the move. Whether Zurich, Basel, Bern or Geneva, we organise your relocation to Switzerland in full, including customs clearance at the border. As a non-EU country, Switzerland has special import rules, which we handle for you with routine expertise.
Your move to Switzerland is handled by road transport with our specialised truck – your furniture is usually at its destination within 1–2 days. We take care of the customs declaration (Form 18.44) in full. Good to know: when you relocate your residence, household goods are generally duty-free, provided the items have been in use for at least 6 months. Our team advises you on every detail.
What Our Customers Say
Experiences from private, corporate, and international customers.
Internationaler UmzugGoogleWir sind von Deutschland nach Malaysia umgezogen, und Koch hat unsere Erwartungen wirklich übertroffen. Vertrieb und Umzugsmanagement arbeiteten äußerst professionell, die Teams waren effizient und hilfsbereit – alles kam gründlich verpackt und unversehrt an. Klare Weiterempfehlung. 10/10
Vom ersten Anruf bis zum letzten Karton – ein Traum. Die Mitarbeiter waren pünktlich, freundlich und unglaublich sorgfältig. Selbst mein antiker Schrank kam ohne einen Kratzer an. Klare Empfehlung!
Wir haben mit Koch unsere gesamte Firmenzentrale mit 120 Arbeitsplätzen umgezogen. Am Montag waren wir voll arbeitsfähig. Die Koordination war erstklassig, minimale Ausfallzeit. Genau das braucht man als Unternehmen.
“Professional, friendly, impeccable from Germany to Ottawa, Canada. Thank you Koch Int.!”
— Jacques Drolet“Beim Umzug hat alles super geklappt. Alles heile angekommen. Gerne wieder.”
— M. Q.“Top service – alles bestens gelaufen.”
— Jan De Jong“125 Jahre Erfahrung merkt man bei jedem Handgriff.”
— Thomas K.“Einlagerung top – videoüberwacht und trocken.”
— Monika S.“Seniorenumzug mit viel Einfühlungsvermögen. Danke!”
— Peter H.“Archivlogistik auf höchstem Niveau. DSGVO-konform.”
— Claudia R.“Preis-Leistung stimmt. Keine versteckten Kosten.”
— Karin W.“Halteverbotszone, Verpackung, Transport – alles organisiert.”
— Matthias F.“Sehr nettes Team, immer erreichbar, absolut zuverlässig.”
— Ingrid L.“Mein dritter Umzug mit Koch. Wie immer perfekt.”
— Helga P.“Schnelle Terminabstimmung und sehr faire Preise.”
— Andrea N.“Professional, friendly, impeccable from Germany to Ottawa, Canada. Thank you Koch Int.!”
— Jacques Drolet“Beim Umzug hat alles super geklappt. Alles heile angekommen. Gerne wieder.”
— M. Q.“Top service – alles bestens gelaufen.”
— Jan De Jong“125 Jahre Erfahrung merkt man bei jedem Handgriff.”
— Thomas K.“Einlagerung top – videoüberwacht und trocken.”
— Monika S.“Seniorenumzug mit viel Einfühlungsvermögen. Danke!”
— Peter H.“Archivlogistik auf höchstem Niveau. DSGVO-konform.”
— Claudia R.“Preis-Leistung stimmt. Keine versteckten Kosten.”
— Karin W.“Halteverbotszone, Verpackung, Transport – alles organisiert.”
— Matthias F.“Sehr nettes Team, immer erreichbar, absolut zuverlässig.”
— Ingrid L.“Mein dritter Umzug mit Koch. Wie immer perfekt.”
— Helga P.“Schnelle Terminabstimmung und sehr faire Preise.”
— Andrea N.“Professional, friendly, impeccable from Germany to Ottawa, Canada. Thank you Koch Int.!”
— Jacques Drolet“Beim Umzug hat alles super geklappt. Alles heile angekommen. Gerne wieder.”
— M. Q.“Top service – alles bestens gelaufen.”
— Jan De Jong“125 Jahre Erfahrung merkt man bei jedem Handgriff.”
— Thomas K.“Einlagerung top – videoüberwacht und trocken.”
— Monika S.“Seniorenumzug mit viel Einfühlungsvermögen. Danke!”
— Peter H.“Archivlogistik auf höchstem Niveau. DSGVO-konform.”
— Claudia R.“Preis-Leistung stimmt. Keine versteckten Kosten.”
— Karin W.“Halteverbotszone, Verpackung, Transport – alles organisiert.”
— Matthias F.“Sehr nettes Team, immer erreichbar, absolut zuverlässig.”
— Ingrid L.“Mein dritter Umzug mit Koch. Wie immer perfekt.”
— Helga P.“Schnelle Terminabstimmung und sehr faire Preise.”
— Andrea N.“Professional, friendly, impeccable from Germany to Ottawa, Canada. Thank you Koch Int.!”
— Jacques Drolet“Beim Umzug hat alles super geklappt. Alles heile angekommen. Gerne wieder.”
— M. Q.“Top service – alles bestens gelaufen.”
— Jan De Jong“125 Jahre Erfahrung merkt man bei jedem Handgriff.”
— Thomas K.“Einlagerung top – videoüberwacht und trocken.”
— Monika S.“Seniorenumzug mit viel Einfühlungsvermögen. Danke!”
— Peter H.“Archivlogistik auf höchstem Niveau. DSGVO-konform.”
— Claudia R.“Preis-Leistung stimmt. Keine versteckten Kosten.”
— Karin W.“Halteverbotszone, Verpackung, Transport – alles organisiert.”
— Matthias F.“Sehr nettes Team, immer erreichbar, absolut zuverlässig.”
— Ingrid L.“Mein dritter Umzug mit Koch. Wie immer perfekt.”
— Helga P.“Schnelle Terminabstimmung und sehr faire Preise.”
— Andrea N.Certifications & memberships
More international destinations
Koch Umzugslogistik organises your move worldwide – including to these countries:
FAQ: Relocation to Switzerland
Is a move to Switzerland duty-free?
Household goods are generally duty-free if you are relocating your residence to Switzerland and have owned the items for at least 6 months. New goods and gifts may be subject to duty. We prepare the inventory list and Form 18.44 for the customs declaration.
How long does a move to Switzerland take?
By road transport, your furniture reaches its destination in 1–2 days. Customs clearance at the border is usually completed the same day. From packing to setup, plan for around 3–5 days in total.
What does a move from Germany to Switzerland cost?
For a three-room apartment, costs are around EUR 3,500–6,000 depending on the destination. The price depends on volume, distance and additional services. After a survey you receive a binding fixed-price quote.
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