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Shipping a vehicle from Germany to Switzerland requires specific customs expertise — Switzerland is not an EU member. EsyLoads masters the procedures for Basel crossing and coordinates the entire process for a smooth delivery.
The main German-Swiss customs crossing point is Basel, a true hub of Rhenish Europe. From Freiburg im Breisgau, Stuttgart, or Frankfurt, access to Basel is quick. Customs clearance there is well-organized and our approved freight forwarder partners know the procedures inside out.
For deliveries in German-speaking Switzerland (Zurich, Bern, Lucerne, St. Gallen), Basel is the ideal crossing. For Geneva and French-speaking Switzerland, some of our carriers prefer the Arve Valley route (French side) or directly from Freiburg via Basel then the Swiss A2. In all cases, EsyLoads selects the most efficient route.
Importing a vehicle into Switzerland from Germany involves paying Swiss VAT and, depending on the vehicle's origin, customs duties. The import declaration is processed at Basel by our freight forwarder partners. The Swiss recipient must provide the necessary documents (invoice, German registration certificate, COC). For registration, a cantonal technical inspection (MFK) will then be required.
On export from Germany: no formalities (EU). On import into Switzerland: customs declaration with the AFD, payment of Swiss VAT (7.7%), and customs duties if applicable. Our freight forwarder partners manage this at Basel.
Stuttgart-Zurich: 1 to 2 days. Frankfurt-Zurich: 2 days. Munich-Zurich: 1 to 2 days. Munich-Bern or Lausanne: 2 days. These times include customs processing.
Yes, but the recipient must pay import taxes. For used vehicles, the market value serves as the basis for VAT calculation. Our teams can guide you on estimating fiscal costs before purchase.
Yes, French-speaking Switzerland is covered. Customs crossing depends on the route — Basel then the Swiss A1 for Lausanne/Geneva, or sometimes via France with crossing at Pontarlier or directly Geneva.
Yes, CMR insurance covers the vehicle throughout transport, including while waiting in the customs zone. Additional coverage is available for high-value vehicles.
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