Moving to Switzerland
Moving from the UK to Switzerland? ClickMoves provides experienced international removal services for households, individuals and businesses relocating from anywhere in the UK to destinations throughout Switzerland.
Whether you are moving a few boxes, the contents of a flat or a complete household, we can arrange a service to suit the size of your move. Our shared-load services provide a cost-effective option for smaller shipments, while direct and dedicated removals are available for larger moves or when you need greater control over collection and delivery dates.
ClickMoves regularly handles removals from the UK to Switzerland. Because Switzerland is not a member of the European Union, moving household goods there involves formal Swiss import customs clearance. We can guide you through the required documentation and manage the transport and customs process as part of your move.
Removal services from the UK to Switzerland
Every international move is different, so we offer different transport options depending on how much you are moving, your preferred timescale and the flexibility you have over collection and delivery.
For smaller moves, our shared or groupage service allows your belongings to travel with other customers’ shipments heading in the same direction.
For larger household moves, or when you require a vehicle specifically for your belongings, we can arrange a direct or dedicated removal service.
Shared and groupage removals to Switzerland
Groupage is often the most economical way to move smaller quantities of household goods from the UK to Switzerland.
Your belongings share transport space with other customers moving along a similar route, meaning the cost of the journey is divided between several shipments.
This service is particularly suitable for smaller household moves, apartments, students, second homes and customers who do not need an entire removal vehicle.
We can collect from locations throughout the UK and arrange onward transport and delivery to destinations across Switzerland.
Direct and dedicated removals to Switzerland
For larger household moves, or when timing is particularly important, we can arrange a direct or dedicated removal service from the UK to Switzerland.
A dedicated vehicle is reserved for your shipment rather than sharing space with other customers. This gives you greater control over collection and delivery dates and is particularly useful for complete household moves or customers who need their belongings delivered within a more specific timeframe.
Direct services can be arranged from locations throughout the UK to destinations across Switzerland.
Customs clearance when moving to Switzerland
Switzerland is not a member of the European Union, which means household goods entering Switzerland from the UK must go through Swiss import customs clearance.
The customs process is more involved than for many European destinations and the correct documentation needs to be prepared before your belongings arrive at the Swiss border. ClickMoves regularly handles removals to Switzerland and can guide you through the documentation required and arrange customs clearance as part of your move.
People transferring their normal residence to Switzerland may be able to import qualifying used household goods and personal effects free of Swiss import duties, provided the relevant conditions are met and the required documentation is supplied.
We will advise you which documents are needed for your particular move and work with our Swiss partners to help ensure the customs clearance and delivery process runs as smoothly as possible.
Collection and delivery throughout Switzerland
ClickMoves can arrange collection from anywhere in the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
We deliver household goods and personal effects throughout Switzerland, including Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Bern, Lausanne, Lucerne, Zug, Lugano and surrounding areas.
Whether you are moving to one of Switzerland’s major cities or a smaller town or community, we can arrange collection, international transport, customs clearance and delivery to your new home.
How long do removals from the UK to Switzerland take?
Transit times depend on the type of service, your collection and delivery locations, customs clearance and the size of your shipment.
Shared and groupage services generally allow more flexibility over collection and delivery dates because several customers’ shipments are transported together.
Direct and dedicated removals can normally be scheduled more precisely because the vehicle is allocated specifically to your move.
We will provide an estimated timescale when arranging your removal and keep you informed throughout the process.
Frequently asked questions about moving to Switzerland
Do my belongings need customs clearance when moving to Switzerland?
Yes. Switzerland is outside the European Union, so household goods arriving from the UK are subject to Swiss import customs procedures. ClickMoves can guide you through the required documentation and arrange customs clearance as part of your removal.
Can I move my household goods to Switzerland duty-free?
People transferring their normal residence to Switzerland may be eligible to import qualifying used household goods and personal effects without paying Swiss import duties, subject to the applicable conditions and correct documentation.
Do you offer groupage removals to Switzerland?
Yes. Our shared or groupage service is a cost-effective option for smaller moves where your belongings do not require an entire vehicle.
Can you collect from anywhere in the UK?
Yes. We can arrange collections throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and deliver to destinations across Switzerland.
Do you offer direct removals to Switzerland?
Yes. For larger household moves or customers requiring greater control over timing, we can arrange a dedicated vehicle from the UK to Switzerland.
Can ClickMoves help with Swiss customs paperwork?
Yes. We regularly arrange removals to Switzerland and can advise you about the documentation required and coordinate the customs-clearance process for your shipment.
How far in advance should I arrange my move?
Booking as early as possible gives us more flexibility when planning transport, customs clearance, collection and delivery. Depending on availability, we can also assist with moves arranged at shorter notice.
Get a Free Quote for Your Move to Switzerland
Planning a move from the UK to Switzerland? ClickMoves can arrange a removal service tailored to the size of your shipment, your preferred timescale and your destination, including assistance with Swiss customs clearance.