Canada and Switzerland share deep economic ties, but for logistics managers and e-commerce sellers, the landscape has shifted. With the abolition of Swiss industrial tariffs and the mandatory CARM registration for Canadian importers, the 2026 playbook has changed.
Shipping Switzerland from Canada is offered from a variety of carriers, but the strategy is now less about "avoiding duty" and more about "managing VAT."
🇨🇭 2026 Snapshot: Canada to Switzerland
- 0% Duty: Switzerland has abolished duties on industrial goods (clothing, electronics, machinery) since 2024.
- VAT Rules: While duty is gone, the 8.1% VAT applies to any shipment where the calculated tax exceeds CHF 5 (approx value > CHF 65).
- Canada Import Rule: Canadian importers can use the $3,300 CAD Low Value Threshold to waive formal proof of origin.
- Top Carriers: Canada Post (Small packets), FedEx/UPS (Express), and Jet Worldwide (DDP).
CARRIER SHIPPING OPTIONS TO SWITZERLAND FROM CANADA
1. Canada Post
Best for: Individuals & Small Packets under 2kg.
Transferred to Swiss Post for delivery. Best for gifts/low-value items.
- Small Packet: Cheapest, limited tracking.
- Xpresspost: 4-7 days, full tracking.
2. FedEx / UPS Canada
Best for: Urgent B2B & Tracked E-commerce.
Reliable but strict. "Brokerage Fees" may apply to the receiver on Standard services.
Contact are team for rates.
The "Weight-Based Duty" Myth (2026 Update)
Historically, Switzerland charged duty based on Gross Weight. This has changed.
