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Economy or Express shipping to Switzerland, for less

Generally shipping to Switzerland is on an upward trend especially with the growth of online shopping in recent years and the wealth of those living in such a beautiful country. International delivery within Europe and into Europe from overseas, has become big business as marketplaces such as Etsy and eBay allow you to expand your visibility around the globe with customers able to access your items on line from all over the world.

We at Parcel Monkey can help not only eBay sellers and buyers, but private individuals and businesses alike save money on sending packages abroad. When you use our global shipping marketplace, you can enjoy a free collection from your home via your chosen courier, who then also provide full tracking until delivery. 

What courier service can I book to Switzerland?

Switzerland has become a very popular destination for parcels booked via our marketplace, due to the great savings you can make, not only on cost, but also time as we serve up a wide range of courier options for you to choose from, saving the hassle of looking around getting prices on various sites.

For the best value shipping to Switzerland, if your package is light - would be GEPS Light Packet. We have shipping available to book from as little as $24.99 on this service and the transit time of just 3-9 days is reasonable. This kind of service is ideal for items of clothing, which is often purchased from the US by Swiss consumers. 

Our shipping calculator will also help you find services available to collect from your home or work address, or that you can drop off. 

We also offer the very populat USA Express International as it has a quick transit time and is affordable too. You can also enjoy discounted rates with EMS and DHL whenever you have a package to ship from the US to Switzerland.

Swiss eCommerce

The Swiss population currently sits at just over 8 million with 86% of those being internet users, meaning the eCommerce sector is booming. Popular payment methods for Swiss internet users are PayPal and credit cards, both of which are available on Parcel Monkey. It was recently reported that last year (2016), the top 5 of online stores in Switzerland generated more revenue than the five largest Swiss shopping centres, according to ecommercenews.eu.

Customs

It is important to note that when shipping to Switzerland, even from another European location, you will need to complete the relevant customs documents. We provide this during the booking process, however they will need to be completed accurately by the sender.
 

Shipping times to Switzerland

No matter where your recipient lives Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Lausanne or Bern, when sending a package you can expect a fast delivery due to the fantastic transport links in Switzerland, from the vast airports at Geneva and Zurich right down to expansive motorway networks. Express shipping can be as quick as 2-5 days , or if you need a cheaper service, transit times will be a little slower around 7-10 working days.

Switzerland is right at the heart of the European mainland, bordered by Germany, Austria and France so understandably goods are often imported from these locations. Tourism to Switzerland is also big business, down partially to the fact its inhabitants speak multiple languages such German, French and Italian and of course by the popularity of the ski resorts, meaning plenty of parcels will continue to be sent to this destination.

Customs Information

Shipping restrictions for Switzerland include shipment values up to 100 Swiss Francs are duty free, although you must attach an invoice stating the value of each gift. There are special conditions for items over 100 years old regarding being subject to duties. Furthermore, if jewelry is being sent a detailed invoice should be attached giving full details of the items, what they are made of and which precious metals they include.

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Prohibited items

Radar warning devices, All-purpose radio (CB radio)

View our full list of prohibited goods

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do you offer door to door delivery?

    The Parcel Monkey marketplace uses a shipping calculator to find the best prices for shipping your items door to door via a range of different couriers. 

    With full tracking on almost all of our delivery services, you can follow your package from the moment it leaves you until it arrives with the recipient. We always advise providing the contact number of the recipient so that if needed, the courier can contact them to resolve any issues with the delivery.

    Some of our courier services are delivered to a local Post Office, where the recipient will need to collect the package from such as with DHL eCommerce to some remote areas so it is essential to provide a working contact number. Items shipped with Parcel Monkey are also done so DDU, so it might be that Customs need to collect payment from the recipient before delivery. We offer Customs Advice to help with the completion of any Customs Documents. 

    If you want to know more about what a courier is and how to choose the best service for your package, we can help. 

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  • Can I add protection cover to my order?

    When you place an order via the Parcel Monkey marketplace, during the booking process you can add protection cover to your item. As long as your item is not prohibited, has been packaged properly and you follow our Claims Procedure, you will be protected should your item be lost or damaged. 

    Some of our services offer no protection cover, but others do and some even offer free cover up to a certain value. You can view this information when you get a price via our shipping calculator. 

    Please ensure that the item is not on the prohibited items list as this will make it void.

    It is also vital to remember your package is going to be sent with global carriers, likely to be handled in various customs and airport departments so be sure to package the item correctly so it is well protected and cannot move around in the box. 

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  • How long will it take for my package to be delivered?

    Before you choose how to send your package, consider how quickly you need it to arrive. Transit times depend on two key factors- the shipping destination and the courier service you choose from the Parcel Monkey marketplace. 

    When choosing a courier from our marketplace, we will display an estimated delivery time, provided by the couriers themselves as they handle the goods.

    You can see how long it will take to arrive with the receiver and we advise that you share this tracking with the recipient so they can see when it is set to arrive. Always provide the recipient contact number when you book in case the delivery courier needs to contact them. 

    You can choose slower economy services such as DHL eCommerce if looking to save on the cost, or you can choose a speedy Express service that gets the package delivered more quickly like our 2-5 day International Drop Off service provided by FedEx, also available as a Pickup. 

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