Ship Car To Zurich

Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Zurich

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of vehicle.

*Save the ground transport cost by delivering the vehicle to the nearest port.

*Allow an additional 10 days to process the documents.

*Prices are for 1 car in a dedicated 20ft container. This is the safest and most reliable way to transport a vehicle internationally. Other items may be included in the container to help save you money when moving.

*Using the RoRo (roll on, roll off) method is less expensive and shipments can be completed in fewer days. Contact us now for a free RoRo quote.

Zurich is one of the most scenic cities and a commercial center of trade and commerce in not just Switzerland but includes the rest of Europe. Additionally, it is the hub and center of roads, railways and air travel. Whether you are a temporary resident or planning to be here on a long term basis, as a U.S citizen, it is easy to ship your car here free of charge. However, to be eligible for non-payment of duty includes:

• You need to own a car for a car for less than six months.
• Proof of being a U.S. citizen.

Additionally, after the custom clearance has been given, you will need to get the vehicle registered in the canton you intend residing in. The positive aspect of shipping cars to Switzerland, includes allowing the tourists to import vehicles without any custom documents if you intend using it for your own use.

However, the Swiss authorities will need concrete proof that you are only a tourist and will be a short-term resident to be eligible for it. However, if you intend staying here for a longer duration, you can get the car imported to Zurich without any custom duties but start with applying for the duty-free custom license plates. You will need to get the car or vehicle declared at the border processing goods trade. The imported vehicles need to undergo a technical and anti-pollution tests at the local traffic authority and this has to be done before the vehicle is driven down the Zurich roads and in the Canton.

The authorization costs about CHF 25 and you will be required to fill in the Form 15.30 that is applicable for foreign students, expatriates and interns that need to get their personal vehicles for a maximum period of 2 years without duty. The duty is added as approximately 4% of the total market value of the car. The Swiss Customs Administration will have the necessary information about the latest laws, duties and regulations on the import of the vehicles. You may consult with A1 Auto Transport service to get the details about shipping the car overseas to Switzerland. There are two main methods of shipping that are used including RORO and container shipping.

Driving in Zurich is different from commuting in U.S and it is assuring to know that Switzerland has the safest road network and public transport system. You need to be at least 18 years before you can legally drive in Zurich, while you need to be 21 years. Foreigners and U.S. citizens use their international driving license within the first 12 months of staying here. However, after a year of driving here, they will need to get a Swiss one. The Association of Road Traffic Offices has a complete list of road traffic offices which can be referred to when the license and traffic details.