Cargo from Belgium to Switzerland
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End-to-End Freight Services from Belgium to Switzerland
Neva Logistics arranges air freight, express vans, groupage road transport and full truck loads for companies and private shippers moving goods from Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, Liège and Charleroi to Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Bern or Lausanne. Our one-stop solution covers customs paperwork on both sides of the border, professional packing, cargo insurance and live tracking. Whether you need same-day air cargo Brussels → Zurich, cost-efficient consolidated pallet shipping, reliable FTL road freight through the Alps or door-to-door personal effects relocation, we deliver safely and on schedule.
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What Cargo We Move Belgium → Switzerland
Our daily departures handle everything from fragile lab equipment to oversized machinery. All consignments clear via Swiss Customs (BAZG) with MRN pre-lodged.
Why Choose Our Belgian–Swiss Lane
Combining Alpine expertise with a Benelux gateway, we offer a single point of contact and transparent landed costs for every shipment.
Direct Alpine corridors
Non-stop road routes via Gotthard & Lötschberg tunnels for 24-h FTL transit.
Customs without headaches
e-dec export in Belgium and nCTS import in CH handled in-house.
Express options 24/7
Sprinter vans and OBC service for time-critical samples & AOG parts.
Secure handling
GDP packaging, ISPM-15 crates, GPS-sealed trucks and all-risk insurance.
Transit Time & Cost Guide Belgium → Switzerland
| Service Type | Typical Transit | Max Market Rate* | Min. Weight / Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Air freight | 1–2 business days (BRU → ZRH/GVA) | €6.00 / kg (≥ 50 kg chargeable weight) | 50 kg |
| 📦 Groupage pallet | 2–4 business days door-to-door | €250 / EUR-pallet (120×80 cm, <800 kg) | 1 pallet |
| 🚚 Full truck load (FTL) | 24–36 h direct | €2 800 per 13.6 m tautliner (≤ 24 t) | 1 truck |
*Rates shown reflect the upper end of current market pricing and include fuel surcharge. For an exact door-to-door quote please click “Request a Quote” above or email our team.
Import Duties & Taxes in Switzerland
🎒 Personal belongings
Household goods that have been in use for >6 months enter duty-free under “household effects” relief (BAZG).
- 🔹 Duty: 0 %
- 🔹 VAT: 0 % (if criteria met)
- 🔹 Docs: 18.44 form, inventory, passport
🏢 Commercial goods
EU-origin products with a valid EUR.1 certificate usually attract 0 % duty under the bilateral free-trade agreement. Swiss VAT (MWST) is 8.1 % calculated on CIF.
- 🔹 Duty: 0–12 % (depending on HS code)
- 🔹 VAT: 8.1 % on landed cost
- 🔹 Extra: Excise on alcohol, tobacco, fuel
Frequently Asked Questions: Belgium → Switzerland Shipping
Which documents are required for Swiss import?
Commercial invoice, packing list, CMR or airwaybill, preference proof (EUR.1), and Swiss customs import declaration (e-dec).
How fast can a full truck reach Zurich?
With direct loading we cross the border in 24–36 h, including mandatory driver rest.
Is temperature-controlled transport available?
Yes. We operate GDP-certified reefer trailers and active RKN containers ex-Brussels Airport (BRU).
What items are restricted?
Weapons, narcotics, counterfeit brands, endangered species, and meat/dairy without health certificates are prohibited.
Do you provide tracking?
Each shipment receives a live tracking link plus milestone e-mails or API feed.
Should I take cargo insurance?
CMR liability is limited; we recommend all-risk cover for high-value or fragile goods — we can arrange it on request.
Client Reviews: Belgium → Switzerland Shipments
“Our oversized milling machine reached Basel in 30 hours — smooth customs and perfect load-securing.”
🏭 Jan V., Antwerp → Basel
“Consolidated pallets from Ghent arrived in Zurich within three days, tracking was accurate and pricing transparent.”
📦 Sophie D., Ghent → Zurich
“We relocated from Brussels to Lausanne — personal effects cleared duty-free and arrived undamaged.”
🏠 Marie & Luca, Brussels → Lausanne
“Critical lab samples flown BRU-GVA same day — hand-carry courier was flawless.”
🧪 Dr. Klaus M., Brussels → Geneva
