Moving to Switzerland

Name: Huli Shipping
Address: Canada
Telephone: 1-888-610-4854

Huli International Movers can assist you with the door-to-door service you need for your relocation to Switzerland. Even if it’s your car, all of your household belongings, or just your toolbox going overseas with you – you can trust the international moving experts at Huli.

Moving Services from Canada to Switzerland

At Huli International Movers, we ensure reliable, rapid, secure, and efficient shipping to Switzerland. We have several shipping options for you to choose from:

Sea freight 20′ or 40′ shipping container
The best way to move your car or all of your household belongings.
Air freight
The fast and efficient way to move a few boxes, pallets, or your sporting equipment.

Shipping Your Motor Vehicle to Switzerland

Are you considering shipping your vehicle to Switzerland? Many people do and there are several reasons for doing so; you would lose too much money on resale, you’re attached to it, or it’s your baby. Regardless of the reasoning, we can help. Aside from the cost of shipping, there are also Customs regulations and road safety requirements that you should be aware of.

All cars must comply with Swiss government regulations, and import is granted on a case by case basis. Provided the vehicle is owned and used for over 6 months, it is eligible for duty-free importation. You cannot sell the vehicle within 12 months of the importation.

Types of Vehicles We Ship to Switzerland

Car/Auto
We are trained and knowledgeable in secure auto transport services and shipping vehicles internationally.

Motorcycles
As a knowledgeable and freight forwarder in Canada, we are able to reliably ship your motorcycle internationally.

Boats and Yachts
We ensure secure and reliable boat and yacht shipping services.

RVs and Motorhomes
Our sea freight shipping services will ensure secure global shipping of your RVs and motorhomes.

All-Terrain Vehicles/ATVs
We have the knowledge and experience to facilitate shipping your international ATV shipping.

Snowmobiles
With our reliable ocean shipping services, we will ensure the security of your snowmobiles.

Jet Skis
At Huli, we offer safe and secure international jet ski shipping services.

Heavy Equipment
If you are in need of your heavy machinery or equipment abroad, Huli is able to provide secure and reliable international shipping of your heavy machinery.

Your Moving Destination in Switzerland

Whether you are moving to a major city such as Zurich (Zürich), Geneva, Basel, Lausanne, Bern, Winterthur, or anywhere in between, we have the knowledge and experience to facilitate your move to any destination in Switzerland.

Moving your household goods to Switzerland

Before moving to Switzerland, if you are not a citizen, you are required to have a visa to live and work there. A customs form (14.16) must be stamped and signed by the appropriate Swiss Consulate, prior to your arrival.

Switzerland Customs Service

You must take up residence prior to customs clearance in order to be eligible to import your household goods duty-free in Switzerland. For goods to be eligible for duty-free clearance, they must be owned and used for at least 6 months. There is a duty and tax on all alcohol over the maximum of 12 litres of hard liquor over 25% ABV and 200 litres of wine or champagne. All goods must arrive within 24 months of your arrival.

>> More information on: Importing your household goods to Switzerland

Approximate Transit Times to Switzerland

Zurich (Zürich)/Geneva/Basel: 5-6 weeks by sea freight
Lausanne/Bern/Winterthur: 5-6 weeks by sea freight
Air freight: 2-5 business days

These are expected average times to assist you in the planning process.

Packing Your Belongings

Swiss customs require that professionals have packed your belongings prior to their arrival in Switzerland. We use the best materials and techniques in order to put you at ease through knowing that your goods will arrive safely. We have premium boxes and hardware, built to transport anything from flatscreens, to artwork, to your fancy suit.

For your delicate and precious items, we custom-build wooden crates for maximum security. Every item moved will be export-wrapped or packed in a box.

Storing Your Belongings

We have storage facilities available in Switzerland in case you are not in immediate need of your goods. We can store your items until you need them, at which point they are easily accessible.

Insuring Your Belongings

When moving overseas, you should insure your goods in order to put your mind at ease. 80% of our satisfied customers opt into our offer of insurance.