Foreign trade statistics
We prepare, manage and publish the Swiss foreign trade statistics. In this section, you will find numerous tables and charts, and information on Swiss imports and exports. The data can be consulted by country, item and mode of transport, etc.
Digital offering of foreign trade statistics - Video
Press releases
2025: Exports hit a new record, driven by chemicals and pharmaceuticals
Swiss foreign trade posted increases in both directions of trade in 2025. Exports rose by 1.4% to CHF 287.0 billion, a new record. Having posted negative figures in the two previous years, imports rose by 4.5% to CHF 232,7 billion. This is the second-highest value ever recorded. The trade surplus amounted to CHF 54.3 billion.
Current data
Current foreign trade data – overview at a glance
Figure of the month
Thirsty for mate? Mate continues to gain popularity: in 2025, around 90,000 kg of mate were imported into Switzerland, three times as much as in 2015. Half of the imports came from Argentina, the traditional country of origin of this caffeinated beverage. (01.08.2026)
Annual results
Foreign trade data at a glance – clearly illustrated with tables and graphs (final results).
Annual reports
The annual report on foreign trade – with current figures and key topics, published each summer.
Publications
Analyses of Swiss foreign trade in the form of press releases, annual reports, and other documents—published directly by the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS)
SwissImpex (Dashboard)
SwissImpex is the official dashboard of Swiss foreign trade statistics, providing a clear visualization of imports and exports.
Methods / metadata
A clear overview of methods and metadata
FAQ foreign trade statistics
This page answers frequently asked questions about Swiss foreign trade statistics, including definitions, data availability, and delivery methods. It also explains the difference between trade totals and their components.
About Foreign Trade Statistics
FOCBS - Foreign Trade Statistics is part of the Swiss statistical system.
Further statistics from the FOCBS
The FOCBS also provides the following statistics.
Contact - foreign trade statistics
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