Ship a Car to Switzerland from USA
Ship Overseas- Your Trusted Partner in International Car Shipping
Shipping a Car From USA to Switzerland
If you find yourself in need of shipping a car to Switzerland from the USA, Ship Overseas can guide you through the whole process. We make it easy to ship your car anywhere in Switzerland, whether you’re moving there or you’re selling someone a vehicle. Here is the critical and basic information you will need to know before placing an order with us.
Ready to get your free, no-obligation quote? You will need to provide us with the Year/Make/Model of your car, Pickup Zip Code or Departure Port, and Destination Country, in this case, Switzerland. Ship Overseas offers weekly sailings from two ports in the USA.
The process of shipping a car to Switzerland from the USA starts with a free quote online. Notify us of the Year/Make/Model of your car, Pickup Zip Code or Departure Port, and Destination Country (in this case Switzerland) and we will do the rest!
Ship Overseas offers trucking from Bremerhaven to these cities in Switzerland.
- Zuerich
- Geneva
- Bern
- Luzern
- Basel
- Lausanne


How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car to Switzerland?
To get the basic cost to ship a car to Switzerland, we ask that you fill out our online form for a custom quote.
There are factors that may lower your price. You will pay less if you:
- Drive your own car to the port. This is a good option if you live close to one of the two above ports. If you don’t and want to have our truck drivers come to get it from you and bring it to the port, you will pay more.
- Plan to ship a small compact car rather than a large vehicle such as a truck or SUV.
- Ship a car from the East Coast than the West Coast. So in this case, it’s generally cheaper to ship from Newark than LA.
Departure and Arrival Ports
The departure ports from the USA to Switzerland include:
- Los Angeles, CA
- Newark, NJ
On the other end, your car will arrive in Belgium and will then be trucked or railed to Switzerland.
How Long Does it Take?
It takes a minimum of four to eight weeks for your car to get from the USA to Switzerland.
Additional Information
- Cars may be imported duty-free provided that the owner has used them for at least 6 months overseas. New cars are subject to VAT, duty, and statistical tax.
- A clear Title of Ownership with no Liens on the Title.
- If you bought a car new, then your name must be listed on the front of the Title as the registered owner.
- If the vehicle has been sold, then both the Seller and Buyer have to sign the back of the Title in the spaces as detailed on the back of the Title.
- For safety reasons, the vehicle cannot have more than a ¼ tank of gas.
- Important: Our relationship with the US Military allows us to have the lowest rates to DE or BE. If you’re able to drive your car back to Switzerland, you’ll save LOTs of money!
- If you need for your car to arrive in Basel, Zurich, or Geneva, it will need to go by a container. If you want to save a lot of money and not pay the trucker to transport your car to Switzerland, you can pick it up at the nearest port and drive it back yourself. In this case, we will send it via RoRo. The RoRo shipments arrive in DE or BE.
Vehicle Import Duty For Switzerland
Great Import Duty Information for Swiss Residents Immigrants may import and use their vehicles in Switzerland exempt from duty under certain conditions. Foreign workers, students, and interns may use their foreign vehicles on which duty has not been paid in Switzerland. However, a customs permit is needed for this.
If you are in the USA, contact the Swiss Embassy by phone.
Embassy of Switzerland
2900 Cathedral Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 745-7900
Shipping Cars for Military
We do not ship vehicles for the military to Switzerland.
Documents Required to Ship a Car to Switzerland
You will need these documents to ship a car to Switzerland:
- Original Title
- ID
Salvage Titles
Yes, Switzerland accepts salvage titles.
Customs Broker Information
Your agent will be confirmed to you once the container is loaded onto the ship.
Destination Handling Charge
The destination handling charge for shipping a car to Switzerland is between $400 and $500.
Do You Need Marine Insurance?
We offer 1.75% of the value of the vehicle for FULL coverage of theft, vandalism, damage, and total loss with a $500 deductible. We highly recommend you get the insurance but it is not required. Coverage starts at the time your car is loaded onto the ship and lasts it is collected and signed for at the arrival port. Total Loss is a 1.25% charge for the value of the vehicle
Don’t want to pay for 100% coverage? You have the option of buying partial coverage of 50% to 75% of the value, but you’re responsible for paying out of pocket for any damage exceeding the covered amount.
Shipping a car to Switzerland is easy with Ship Overseas behind you. To get started, call us toll-free at 888-805-4994 or 858-547-0840.
Offering weekly sailings from ports in the USA to Switzerland
Our shipping vessels depart on a weekly basis from U.S. seaports to Switzerland. How your car gets there will depend on your preferences. The cities we ship to in Switzerland include Basel, Zurich, and Geneva.
Feel good about partnering with us, a company that brings more than three decades of experience to the table as a leader in the freight forwarding industry. Ship Overseas ships to the three above ports on a regular basis, using one of these two methods:
RoRo Shipping – RoRo ships are meant specifically for transporting wheeled cargo, such as cars and motorcycles, driven onto the ship of their own power. This works in a similar way to a parking garage ramp.
Container Shipping – Your car, along with other cars, is shipped inside a container if you select shared shipping. It will ship all by itself if you choose exclusive.
Keep plugging along…we will examine these in further detail later on.
Ship Your Car to Basel
Basel, a city in northwestern Switzerland on the river Rhine, is the country’s third-most-populous city after Zürich and Geneva. It sits where the Swiss, French, and German borders meet, but also has suburbs in France and Germany. Basel holds Switzerland’s only cargo port, mainly for goods passing along the navigable stretches of the Rhine and connecting to ocean-going ships at the Rotterdam port. We frequently ship containers to Basel, so get in touch to learn more.


Ship Your Car to Geneva
Geneva, the second-most populous city in Switzerland after Zürich, is also the most populous in Romandy. This is the French-speaking part of Switzerland and sits where the Rhône exits Lake Geneva. Located at the confluence of the River Rhone with Lake Geneva, this is the largest port in land-locked Switzerland. We ship many cars a year here, so you can rest assured we know the process.
Ship Your Car to Zurich
Located on the northern shore of Lake Zurich, the container port in Zurich is located in the middle of the largest city in the country. As such, it’s one of Switzerland’s busiest ports for imports. Popular imports into Zurich from the USA include classic and vintage autos. Port Zurich is one of the country’s most important traffic hubs, responsible for at least 10 percent of cargo entering Switzerland. We know because we’ve shipped there many times!

Trusted Military Partner
Serving the Active Military community with attention to detail and quality services, we ship SUVs, RVs, motorhomes, heavy machinery, boats, yachts, and motorcycles to anywhere in Europe, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. We also import cars internationally into the USA from Switzerland. As a trusted provider of international car shipping services, if you are an active military member and you need to ship a car to Switzerland, we can help.
We will also guide you in the many factors that will determine your final price tag. These range from modifications and weight to time limits and licensing.
Two Types of Shipping Methods
If you’re new to international car shipping to Switzerland, don’t worry. Here are the advantages to both types of shipping methods.

RoRo Shipping (Roll-On/Roll-Off)
Many of our customers opt for RoRo for its affordability and predictability, called that for cars’ ability to Roll On and Roll Off the ship. If you have a wheeled vehicle, such as a car, motorcycle, motorhome, camper, trailer, bus, construction vehicle, or boat, and it is in working order, this is a good option for you. This method isn’t what you should choose if your car is in disrepair. Your car must be able to make it up and down the ramp without assistance.
This shipping method, very efficient and cost-effective, has the most reliable departure and arrival dates. New car manufacturers are big fans of this method and they most often choose it when shipping their own vehicles overseas. All vehicles are protected against external elements, tied to the deck with no exposure to the ocean.
Picture a RoRo ship like a big parking garage, where each vehicle is tied down securely in its designated spot once loaded onto the vessel.
Container Shipping to Switzerland
Your other option is to use a shipping container to ship your car to Switzerland. There are two types: shared and exclusive container shipping.
Shared Container Shipping
If you have two or more vehicles to ship to Switzerland, or if you’re not on a tight timetable, this method is the more affordable one. This is when your car shares a container with other vehicles. Each container holds four vehicles. The disadvantage here is that you have to wait until the whole container is filled with vehicles before it can be loaded onto the container ship. Because of this, you don’t have the convenience of knowing your fixed departure date like you would with RoRo.
As a result, you may have to wait an extra week until the container is filled with more cars. You are able to ship additional items in the trunk or the backseat of your vehicle, which you can’t do with RoRo. You are also able to ship vehicles that do not work, such as broken-down classic cars. We deal with a lot of these!


Exclusive Container Shipping
Exclusive container shipping, perfect for transporting exotic, expensive, or rare vehicles like Bentleys, Ferraris, Aston Martins, etc., is when it’s just your car in the container. With added protection and attention to detail, you will get more peace of mind. You will also pay more for this peace of mind, more than RoRo and Shared Container shipping.
For that price, your car is the only one in the container, you can ship vehicles that do not work, and you can include personal belongings.
Why We Are Best at Shipping Cars to Switzerland – Ship Overseas
At Ship Overseas, we specialize in providing seamless and efficient services for shipping cars from the USA to Switzerland. Our expertise and dedication to excellence make us the trusted choice for individuals and businesses looking to ship to Switzerland from the US. Here’s why we stand out:
Key Reasons to Choose Ship Overseas:
Decades of Experience: With years of expertise in shipping to Switzerland from the USA, we understand the intricacies of international car shipping to Europe and ensure a hassle-free process.
Custom Solutions: Whether you need to ship a car to Switzerland for personal or commercial reasons, we tailor our services to fit your unique requirements.
Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees! Our transparent pricing model ensures you know exactly what to expect when shipping to Switzerland from the US.
Comprehensive Support: Our team provides end-to-end assistance, including documentation, customs clearance, and vehicle tracking.
Reliable Shipping Partners: We collaborate with top-rated carriers to ensure your car is transported safely and on time when you ship to Switzerland from the US.
Safety First Approach: We prioritize the safety of your vehicle by using secure containers and advanced shipping techniques during transit.
Customer-Centric Service: Our dedicated customer support team is available to address your concerns and provide updates throughout the process of shipping cars from the USA to Switzerland.