Ship US Packages to Switzerland

While local products are often a focus of Switzerland buyers, there is still high demand for items from Apple, Nike, Google, Levi’s, Coca-Cola, Amazon, and more. Getting access to those brands can be challenging without a US shipping address to pass checkout validation.

When living in Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Lausanne, Bern, or Winterthur, local restrictions prevent access to many well-known American brands. Even without Swiss-based restrictions, the sellers may not want to ship clothing, tech gadgets, or other specialty goods due to complex distribution channels, taxes, and customs control.

Many times, smaller companies choose not to ship to Switzerland due to strict non-EU customs rules and the expensive return process due to cross-border challenges. With a valid US shipping address, Switzerland-based buyers can get around these concerns and still enjoy preferred products sent directly to their local address.

How It Works

The simplest way Swiss buyers can purchase US brands and products is to establish a US shipping address from PostFromUS.

Create a US Shipping Account:

Enter your current Switzerland information inside the sign-up form and receive a free US shipping address to use with most US brands during checkout.

Shop Online:

Shop top American brands and specialty retailers by using the US shipping address to avoid any geolocation restrictions.

We Receive Items:

Popular brands like Amazon or Old Navy will ship your newly purchased items to the US shipping address, where packages are logged into your account dashboard.

You Choose Shipping/Pay:

Select the delivery method, shipping speed, and any other handling instructions to forward US products to your home, work, or chalet in Switzerland.

We Ship to all Cantons:

Your purchased goods are then forwarded to any of the 26 cantons from Bern to St. Gallen.

Shipping Expectations

There are many steps between using a US-based address to receive American goods and shipping them to a location in Switzerland. That may include specific processing and shipping speeds from the retailer.

Once PostFromUS receives an item, you can select specific delivery speeds or options for forwarding the item(s) to your local Switzerland address. That can include “express” shipping, which decreases wait times, or “economy,” which optimizes fees. Different routing expectations are based on carrier availability. Use the shipping calculator for initial expectations.

Whenever US products enter Switzerland, they must pass through the various Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS) control areas. That can add to the total US-to-Switzerland delivery timeline, in addition to verifying documentation, delivery inspection, and local goods restrictions. You can track your products’ progress inside your account for further details.

Country Trust Proof

Common Stores People Buy From:

Apple, Google, Target, Levi’s, Nike, Coca-Cola, and Adidas.

Typical Delivery Timeframes:

Express delivery is often ~2-6 business days, and economy delivery is often ~7-18 business days. FOCBS processing and inspections can add time to final delivery.

Common Customs/Import Note:

VAT, duty, and customs declarations may be collected upon delivery. FOCBS may request proof of the value of your package, such as a printed invoice or a digital receipt.

FAQs

How to get a US shipping address in Switzerland?

Swiss buyers can secure a personal US shipping address when filling out the form provided by PostFromUS. That new address can then be used with American brands during the checkout process to avoid geolocation restrictions.

How long does shipping from US to Switzerland take?

The first stage of delivery is based on the US retailer’s shipping and processing time. Most Swiss buyers can expect final delivery in 2-6 business days for express and 7-18 days for economy shipping.

Do I pay VAT when shipping to Switzerland?

Any import taxes, even when below the threshold or as a gift exemption, may still be assessed once a US product crosses into Switzerland. Specific duties or customs depend on the package’s total value and any local regulations.

Can I return US items from Switzerland?

Returns are always on a case-by-case basis and can vary based on the original seller and shipping conditions.

Can I shop US stores from Switzerland if they don’t ship internationally?

US shipping address with PostFromUS provides a workaround to any American brand, including smaller companies, so products are sent to the US shipping address then forwarded to your Swiss address.

Can I ship items from multiple US stores or brands?

Yes. You can send multiple US-based packages to your new US shipping address, then select the delivery speed and handling instructions available to forward them to your Switzerland location. Learn more by visiting the FAQs.