Cargo from Latvia to Switzerland
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Reliable Cargo Shipping from Latvia to Switzerland
Need cargo from Latvia to Switzerland fast and safely? We arrange air freight, express delivery by van, groupage shipping, oversized cargo transport and full truck load services for business and private clients. Collections across Latvia — Riga, Daugavpils, Liepāja, Jelgava and Ventspils — with final delivery to Switzerland’s key cities such as Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Lausanne and Bern. Whether it’s consolidated pallets, out-of-gauge machinery, personal effects or time-critical air cargo, our door-to-door solutions cover customs clearance and tracking on the Latvia → Switzerland route.
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What Cargo We Transport from Latvia to Switzerland
We run regular groupage, LTL and FTL departures from Latvia’s industrial and port regions to Swiss business hubs and mountain cantons. Pre-alerts are shared before pick-up, and we coordinate export formalities in Latvia plus transit to the Swiss border and import clearance. Need airport handling? See Riga International Airport Cargo (RIX). Switzerland gateways include Zurich Airport (ZRH) air freight, Geneva Airport cargo and EuroAirport Basel. For sea connections to our Riga hub: Freeport of Riga, Riga Port terminals, Ventspils and Liepāja.
Why Choose Us for Latvia → Switzerland Shipping
A single, dedicated coordinator manages collection, customs, transit and final delivery. We provide transparent pricing, Incoterms guidance and milestone alerts for every service level — air freight, express delivery, groupage and FTL.
Pan-EU & CH coverage
Daily line-hauls linking Riga and Baltic hubs to Zurich, Geneva, Basel and Bern.
Customs made simple
EU export via Latvia’s e-systems, T1 transit and Swiss import declaration handled end-to-end.
Professional packing
ISPM-15 crates, shock indicators and temperature-controlled options on request.
True door-to-door
Last-mile to all Swiss cantons, including remote Alpine areas with tail-lift delivery.
Transit Time & Pricing — Latvia to Switzerland
- Air freight: typically 1–2 business days to ZRH/GVA/BSL with priority handling at origin and destination.
- Road groupage (LTL): average 4–6 business days door-to-door; scheduled departures weekly from Riga.
- Full truck load (FTL): 2–4 business days depending on routing and border wait times.
- Paperwork checklist: commercial invoice, packing list, export declaration (LV), CMR/AWB, T1 transit (if applicable), Swiss import declaration.
*Max market prices reflect upper ranges observed for the lane; actual quotes depend on weight/CBM, seasonality, handling needs and Incoterms. Request an accurate door-to-door offer via the form below.
Customs & Taxes When Importing into Switzerland
Personal belongings (relocations)
Used household goods can be brought in free of duty and VAT when relocating, provided they are declared correctly at the border. Switzerland requires the application for household effects using form 18.44 and supporting documents. See official guidance from the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security and access form 18.44 on the government site:
Moving household effects (Form 18.44).
- Duty/VAT relief typically applies to used personal goods declared with the completed form 18.44.
- Bring a detailed inventory and ID/passport; vehicles and alcohol have extra rules.
Commercial cargo
Import VAT is charged at Switzerland’s current rates on the customs value (including freight). Check the official Swiss Federal Tax Administration page for up-to-date VAT rates and categories:
Current Swiss VAT rates.
Export customs declarations from Latvia are filed electronically via the State Revenue Service systems. See:
Latvia export customs procedure.
- Documents: commercial invoice, packing list, tariff codes (HS), origin statement, EORI (EU exporter), CMR/AWB, and Swiss import declaration.
- Transit: as Switzerland is non-EU, T1 transit may apply from Latvia through EU to the Swiss border.
Helpful hubs & references: RIX cargo handlers, Zurich air freight info, Geneva cargo contacts, EuroAirport Basel cargo, Freeport of Riga cargo.
Frequently Asked Questions — Latvia → Switzerland
What documents are required for Swiss import?
Commercial invoice, packing list, HS codes, transport document (CMR/AWB), T1 transit (if applicable) and a Swiss import declaration. We can lodge entries and coordinate border formalities.
How long does groupage delivery take?
Groupage pallets usually arrive in 4–6 business days door-to-door, depending on consolidation cut-offs and border queues.
Can you handle oversized and out-of-gauge cargo?
Yes. We arrange permits, escort vehicles and specialized equipment. Routes are planned to respect Swiss tunnel and bridge restrictions.
Is there an option for express delivery?
For urgent shipments we offer dedicated sprinter vans across Europe and priority air freight via RIX to ZRH/GVA/BSL with same-day handover to handling agents.
How do I import personal effects when moving to Switzerland?
Used household goods may qualify for relief when declared with the Swiss 18.44 household effects form. We will guide you through the inventory and timing at the border; see the official guidance linked above.
Do you provide tracking and insurance?
Every shipment receives live status updates. We can place all-risk marine cargo insurance for added protection.
Client Reviews — Latvia → Switzerland
“Our electronics from Riga reached Zurich overnight via air. Smooth export filing and flawless handover at ZRH.”
💻 Andris K., Riga → Zurich
“Chose groupage for monthly pallets to Lausanne. Transparent pricing and reliable 5-day transit.”
📦 Eva M., Jelgava → Lausanne
“Oversized lathe delivered to Basel with permits arranged. Excellent route planning and updates.”
🏗️ Juris P., Daugavpils → Basel
“Family relocation from Liepāja to Bern — careful packing, form 18.44 processed without issues.”
🏠 Ilze & Mark, Liepāja → Bern
Send Your Shipping Request
Share your pick-up and delivery postcodes, cargo description, weight/CBM, service type (air freight, express van, groupage, FTL) and preferred Incoterms. We will respond with an all-inclusive quote for the Latvia → Switzerland route.
