Private goods - specific regulations

It prohibited to import, export and transit with certain goods and products; these may be brought across the border only on a restricted basis or with a permit. You can find more information under the following links:

Restrictions and bans

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Animals and plants
Do you want to import an animal? Travel with your pet? Bring in an exotic plant? Find out what is permitted.
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Prohibited goods
Importing certain goods is prohibited and/or restricted (weapons, drugs, narcotics, cultural goods, counterfeit goods, medicines, etc.)

Specifics

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Vehicles
When importing a vehicle into Switzerland, you must comply with certain formalities and pay various fees.
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Household effects, inherited goods and wedding trousseaux
If you are moving abroad or moving to Switzerland, you can bring your household effects, inherited goods and wedding trousseaux with you without paying any taxes or duties. An import written declaration is required.
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Internet purchases
Consignments to and from abroad are treated as commercial goods. The VAT-free allowance of CHF 150 does not apply.