Swiss customs regulations

Normal Transfer of Residence

The following documents are needed:

  • Duly filled in and signed personal Declaration ("Traitement en douane des effets de déménagement" form. 18.44).
  • List of items in French, German or Italian.
  • Permission to reside ("Permis de séjour") or request for same duly approved by Swiss Authorities.
  • Rental contract or purchase act of the new Swiss residence.
  • Official car-license of previous country. Similar license for motorboats and airplanes.
  • Photocopy of passport.