Removals to Switzerland: what your move really costs
Guide prices for moving your home to Zurich, Geneva, Basel or anywhere in Switzerland, plus a calculator that prices your exact route in seconds.
A move from Germany to Zurich costs between about €1,400 and €4,200, depending on how much you move. The distance is around 300 to 900 km depending on where you start.
Switzerland is outside the EU. Your household goods need a customs declaration, which adds paperwork but usually no duty.
Guide prices incl. VAT, as of October 2026. Last reviewed 25 October 2026.
What a move to Switzerland typically costs
Guide prices for a complete move with loading, transport and unloading. Your own price depends on your exact addresses, volume and date.
From Berlin, Hamburg or Munich to Zurich, a complete move with loading, transport, customs clearance and unloading costs between about €1,400 for a small volume and €4,200 for a large home.
Get the price for your exact addresses
The table shows typical routes. For your own start and destination, the calculator plans the real truck route with tolls and customs and shows your price in seconds.
- Enter both addressesStart and destination, so the route and distance are exact.
- Pick your move sizeFrom a few items to a house, each size shows its typical volume.
- See your estimateThen request a fixed-price quote with your addresses filled in.
Moving to Switzerland? Get your price
Free · no sign-upWhat drives the price of your move to Switzerland
Volume
The cubic metres you move set the vehicle and crew. A two-bed flat typically costs 15 to 20 percent more than a one-bed flat on the same route.
Distance and route
Zurich is about 300 km from Munich and around 850 km from Berlin or Hamburg. Routes from the UK cross the EU in transit.
Access at both addresses
Swiss towns are well organised, but the space for the truck still has to be reserved. Mountain locations can need a smaller van.
Date and flexibility
Month-end and summer dates book out first. A flexible collection window makes it easier to plan the truck and lowers the price.
What is different about moving to Switzerland
Customs declaration
Household goods you have used for at least six months enter duty-free. You need form 18.44, an inventory list and proof of your new address.
Register within 14 days
Register with your municipality (Gemeinde) after arrival. Your residence permit is handled there too.
Fixed moving dates
Many Swiss rental contracts end on fixed dates, often the end of March or September. Book early for these dates.
Space for the truck
Reserve the space in front of your building with the municipality or the building management.
Moving to Switzerland from the UK
A move from the UK to Switzerland crosses the EU in transit. Transit documents are prepared for you, and Swiss customs clears your goods at the border.
The calculator also works for UK addresses. Enter your postcode as the start address.
Duty-free household goods
Belongings used for at least six months enter duty-free with form 18.44 and an inventory list.
Two customs stops
Your goods leave the UK and enter Switzerland, with EU transit in between. Plan two to three days.
Part loads
For small volumes, sharing a truck with other moves lowers the price if your date is flexible.
How to lower the cost of removals to Switzerland
Sort out before you pack
Every cubic metre you sell or donate is a cubic metre you do not pay to move.
Be flexible on dates
Mid-month and outside July and August is usually cheaper.
Pack yourself
A packing service saves time, but packing your own boxes lowers the price.
Get a fixed price
A fixed-price quote protects you from surprises on moving day.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to move to Switzerland?
A move from Germany to Zurich costs between about €1,400 and €4,200 depending on volume, including customs clearance.
How long do removals to Switzerland take?
Usually one to two days from Germany and two to three days from the UK, including customs.
Do I pay customs duty on household goods in Switzerland?
Usually not. Belongings you have used for at least six months enter duty-free if you declare them with form 18.44 and an inventory list.
What documents do I need for a move to Switzerland?
Form 18.44, an inventory list of your goods, your passport and proof of your new address, such as a rental contract or employment contract.
How do I get an exact price for my move to Switzerland?
Enter your start and destination address and your move size in the calculator on this page. You see a price range straight away and can request a fixed-price quote.
What will your move to Switzerland cost?
Enter your addresses and move size and see your price in seconds.