Import Rules, Regulations, Policies & Procedures
To Import Japan Used Cars In Switzerland
Check all the key points related to import rules, regulations, policies, documentations, duties and taxes, inspections, restrictions, shipping ports, etc. which you should keep in mind while importing Used Cars from Japan to Switzerland
Year Restriction
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Destination Port
Geneve and Zurich
Time of Shipment
Container (34-41 Days)
Vessel Schedule
Container (Weekly)
Shipping Line
Enzian Ship Management
Inspection
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Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Switzerland
Left-Hand Drive Vehicles
Importation of left-hand drive vehicles is permitted in the country.
Inspection
Switzerland Import Regulations: Before a vehicle can be registered in Switzerland it has to undergo a technical inspection, which will be carried out by the Automobile Services of the canton it is to be registered in.
Technical Inspection
Used foreign vehicles imported in Switzerland must undergo technical test at the cantonal road traffic office before it can be used on roads.
A month before the technical inspection, the importer is required to visit the licensing office with the foreign vehicle license, the Form 13.20A, the exhaust test document (Abgaswartungsdokument AWD) and an insurance certificate from a Swiss motor insurer.
A customs declaration form showing that the vehicle formed part of the importer’s personal effects on immigration is also required. The technical inspection is done to ensure that the vehicle satisfies Swiss standards for being road worthy.
Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes In Switzerland
- Custom duties: CHF 12 to CHF 15 per 100kg unladen.
- The VAT for vehicles is 7.7%.
Used Cars Import Documentation in Switzerland
- Invoice or contract of sale
- Vehicle registration document/certificate (even if already cancelled)
- Proof of identity (passport, identity card, etc.)
- Import customs declaration
- Possibly proof of origin from seller