Switzerland

Shipping to Switzerland

Ocean Freight to Switzerland

At DFreight, we provide a wide range of business sea freight services for a variety of commodities, including foods, fruits, electronicscosmetics, and furniture; offering transparent, effective, and reliable door-to-door cargo to Switzerland from the UAE and vice versa. You can conduct business without being concerned about the challenges of shipping from the UAE to Switzerland using our all-in-one digital freight solutions.

Our digital freight forwarding platform provides real-time monitoring of shipments, ensuring that you have complete visibility and control over your cargo. We offer end-to-end services tailored to your unique requirements, making shipping to and from Switzerland a hassle-free experience. We help you ship business cargo to various cities in Switzerland, including Zürich, Geneva, Basel, etc. in the easiest, fastest, and safest way possible.

You can rely on DFreight to assist you with all of your international cargo shipping to Switzerland thanks to our FCL and LCL shipment ocean freight cargo services. With the help of our digital freight platform, you may submit your inquiry right away and receive the best competitive prices for shipping your cargo to Switzerland.

Major Sea Ports in Switzerland
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Port of Basel

The most significant river port in Switzerland is the Basel Port. The port of Kleinhüningen, Port Birsfelden, and Port Muttenz-Au are its three zones or sub-ports. These three ports are all connected to the main European highways and railroads. As a result, Switzerland has a quick and efficient supply chain that connects to the principal ports and industrial hubs in Europe. There are several reloading points for commodities, dry cargo, containers, and tankers in the 1,500,000 km2 of the Rhine waters that the three sub-ports can reach.

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Port of Zurich

On the island of Hidd, which is northeast of the main archipelago, is the Khalifa Bin Salman Port, a significant seaport for Bahrain. It started operating in 2009 and is privately run by the renowned port management firm APM terminals. The country’s Ports and Marine Affairs department is in charge of overseeing operations. The port recently underwent expansion, and it is planned for it to become the main transshipment center for the northern Persian Gulf.

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Top Switzerland Exports and Imports

The top exports of Switzerland are Gold, Packaged Medicaments, Vaccines, blood, antisera, toxins and cultures, Base Metal Watches, and Nitrogen Heterocyclic Compounds, exporting mostly to Germany, United States, China, India, and France.

The top imports of Switzerland are Gold, Packaged Medicaments, Vaccines, blood, antisera, toxins and cultures, Cars, and Jewellery, importing mostly from Germany, Italy, United Kingdom, United States, and France.

Market Update 2023

According to OEC, in 2021, Switzerland was the number 20 economy in the world in terms of GDP, the number 17 in total exports, the number 20 in total imports, the number 4 economy in terms of GDP per capita and the number 2 most complex economy according to the Economic Complexity Index.

Switzerland exported US$5.35 Billion during 2021 to the United Arab Emirates and imported US$8.72 Billion during 2021 from the UAE, according to the Trading Economics database.

The freight market between Switzerland and the UAE is thriving and is expected to continue growing in 2023. The existing air freight and sea freight services have already been is proving to be a successful means of transportation for both countries. The burgeoning trade between the two countries is expected to contribute to the surge in demand for freight services in the coming years, and that will provide more opportunities for mutual collaboration and business development.

Banned Products

Products that are banned for importing to Switzerland include certain kinds of weapons and firearms, counterfeit items, certain kinds of food, and illegal narcotics. Certain types of pornography, material that is considered offensive, or items that could pose a health risk are also banned from being imported to Switzerland. Customs officers keep a close watch on any goods entering the country, and it is important to make sure you are familiar with these regulations before attempting to import any items.

Documents & Customs Clearance

One thing to take into account when exporting cargo internationally is customs clearance. You must be aware of the customs clearance regulations of the destination countries when shipping cargo from Switzerland.

The following documentation must be given to local customs for international shipments by the supplier, consignee, or intermediary:

A commercial invoice
A packing list
A bill of lading
A certificate of origin

Rules & Regulations

In order to to export goods to Switzerland, importers must comply with Swiss customs regulations. These regulations require that an importer have a valid customs import license, to pay duties and taxes on the goods, and to declare the goods with customs. Importers also need to be aware of the requirements for classification, documentation, and marking of the goods. Goods may be subject to specific quotas or import prohibitions in Switzerland. Finally, importers are required to comply with other Swiss laws and regulations, including those pertaining to safety, health, and environmental quality.

End-to-End Supply Chain Management

Digital freight forwarding platforms provide air freight services that allow businesses to move their products and materials quickly and efficiently. These platforms offer a variety of services that can be customized to meet the specific needs of each business, and they provide a secure and efficient way to ship items.

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Decide in Transparency

You know exactly what you’re paying for when you use our digital air freight platform. There’s no hidden fees or surcharges – just honest, transparent pricing.

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Manage your booking easily

You can handle all your air freight shipments online from any device, which will reduce the amount of time needed for paperwork.

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Track your cargo live

Keep track of all your bookings in one place and get notified of any changes in shipment status.Digital freight forwarding can help streamline your communication and make it hassle-free. It can also help you streamline your documentation.

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