Ship your Car to Switzerland from the USA
How much does it cost to ship a car from the U.S to Switzerland? That’s something that worries a lot of people. Feel free to use the button below to get an estimate. At Ship DEI, we have been moving cars between the two countries for over 2 decades. We understand the anxiety that the process triggers in most people. As such, we have come up with processes that are designed to make shipping your car as seamless as is possible. Get a quote today to get started!
How Does the Process Work?
Who said car shipping to Switzerland has to be stressful? We’ve been helping people just like you ship cars to this mountainous Central European country for decades now, so get peace of mind knowing we have your back.
Have you just bought a gem of a classic car – a dream you’ve had for years? Are you a Swiss citizen returning home after a long stay in the U.S.? If you want to get a car to Switzerland, it’s no problem when you have us on your side. Having a trusted importer/exporter behind you is a big part of the solution, as we provide help with all stages of the process, from logistics to US Customs.
How do we do it? Well, we have a reliable network of truckers throughout the United States that can seamlessly pick up and drop off any vehicle you may have. Doesn’t matter if you’re located in remote areas like Alaska and Hawaii!
Top Destinations We Service in Switzerland
Direct Express Inc. ships to these major cities/ports in Switzerland:
✓ Basel
✓ Lausanne
✓ Lucerne
✓ Bern
✓ St. Gallen
✓ Winterthur
✓ Zurich
✓ Geneva
In addition to Switzerland, we ship to other countries such as Australia, New Zealand, and Japan.
Top Departure Ports to Switzerland in the USA
We ship cars to Switzerland from the following U.S. ports:
- Los Angeles, CA
- Houston, TX
- Savannah, GA
- New Jersey, NJ
It’s our pleasure to ship your cars and related vehicles to Switzerland, where the capital city is Bern and also one of the major ports we ship to.
We don’t just do car shipments to Switzerland. We can also help with:
- Flat racks
- Ocean freight
- Commercial cargo
- Roll on/roll off
- Oversize cargo
- Export/import
- Moving of household goods and personal effects
- Commodities
- Air freight
Vehicles We Ship to Switzerland
Most people know us for shipping cars worldwide, but we are also skilled in shipping other vehicles, such as:
- Classic, luxury, sports, vintage, and restoration project cars
- Motorcycles
- Jet skis
- Yachts
- Boats
- Vans
- RVs
- Snowmobiles
- Mini vans
- Convertibles
- ATVs
- SUVs
- Pick-up trucks
How Long Does it Take to Ship a Car to Switzerland?
It takes up to 45 days to ship your car to Switzerland from the U.S., but the exact time will depend on the location of the exit port. Generally, when shipping from the East Coast of the United States, your car will arrive earlier in Switzerland. In contrast, it takes much longer to ship a car to Switzerland from the West Coast of the United States.
Because we are car enthusiasts ourselves, we can simplify the shipping process to ensure the total protection of your vehicle. When choosing the right car exporter/importer, you should make sure you’re selecting a company that is as passionate about cars as you are. That certainly describes the team here at Direct Express Inc.
Safe loading and international transport of cars to Switzerland is one thing we do, but we go a step further and assist with all critical documentation and Customs clearances necessary to transport your vehicle.
We are able to offer you such low prices on cat shipment costs to Switzerland from four ports in the USA due to the fact that we maximize container space as best as possible.
Here Are The Three Shipping Options We Offer
The shipping method you choose is a big determining factor as well.
RORO Shipping
RoRo shipping: This one is only for operable vehicles that can make it onto the ship under their own power. This is the most popular option and middle-of-the-road in terms of cost.
Air Freight
Air Freight: You will shell out the most for this, but that’s because your car will arrive in Switzerland in just a few days rather than a month and a half. Many people shipping cars to auto shows choose this option.
Container Shipping
Container shipping: If your car can’t make it onto the ship of its own power, choose this shared space option, which is also our least expensive. Your vehicle will share a container with up to five others, and this is how we cut costs.
What Do You Need to Ship a Car to Switzerland?
You can’t just ship a car to Switzerland from the U.S. with no documentation. There are many documents required for this to happen. You will need:
- Customs form 18.44
- Inspection documents
- Residency permit
- Purchase invoices
- Copy of your passport
- Bill of lading
- Insurance documents
- Your driver’s license
The Process of Shipping a Car to Switzerland
On a monthly basis, we are known to ship thousands of cars from all over the United States to all over the world, including Sweden. With effortless auto shipping, you get peace of mind from the time your car arrives at the departure port in the U.S. till the time it shows up at the arrival port in Sweden.
You can kick off the journey with a free quote. Notify us of the vehicle type, year/make/model, if the vehicle can be driven or not, its origin, and its destination port. Once the quote is accepted, your car can be shipped to Sweden.
Our process, in general, goes like this:
- You drop off the vehicle at one of our U.S. terminals. If you don’t live close to one of these, you can hire our drivers to pick up your car and bring it for you.
- We secure your vehicle inside the container. At the departure terminal, we will secure your car while documenting the entire loading process with online photos that you can view.
- We move your vehicle to the port of export. It will ship to the destination terminal in Sweden, with online tracking available for your peace of mind.
- You or a designated person will pick up your vehicle upon arrival at the destination terminal. If you can’t get there yourself, hire our drivers to pick it up and deliver it to your door.
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car to Switzerland?
There are many variables when it comes to coming up with a cost to ship a car to Switzerland. Those variables include the size of your car, the port from which your vehicle is being shipped, insurance, port clearance charges, and customs duty.
Regarding duty, you won’t have to pay anything if you are an E.U. citizen who has been living in the United States for at least a year. Otherwise your final price tag will vary with the make and model of your car.
But because we do this a lot, we can give you a general estimate on the cost of shipping a car to Switzerland from the United States. The base cost starts at $2,000.
Our Promise to You
As your car makes its way from America to Switzerland, you may feel some apprehension about the safety of your vehicle. But worry not: with our team taking on the challenge, you can rest assured safety and TLC are at the forefront of everything we do. And with decades of experience under our belts, you can bet we have a passion for cars just like you do.
For a quick, easy quote on car shipping to Switzerland, call us at +001.310.324.2100 or complete our online form now. We are Direct Express Inc., in business since 1988, and we are happy to be your first call as the top export and import auto transport experts.