Relocation to Switzerland
Your reliable partner for Relocation to Switzerland. Koch Umzugslogistik – for 125 years.
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.
Your Benefits for Relocation to Switzerland
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.
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.
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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