Manufacturing for Switzerland
Clothing & Uniform Manufacturer for Swiss Brands
Switzerland sits outside the EU customs union, and that single fact catches out more Swiss brands than anything else in sourcing. Goods routed through Rotterdam or Genoa still make a second, separate entry into Switzerland — so a supplier who only knows EU paperwork leaves your shipment sitting at the border.
We treat Swiss orders as their own import lane: the clearance paperwork prepared before arrival, and inland delivery from the port by rail or road. On duty we will be straight with you — Bangladeshi-origin garments do qualify for zero duty under the Swiss preference scheme for least-developed economies, but that rate is claimed against a preferential proof of origin we are not registered to issue. Budget for standard Swiss duty unless your broker can establish origin another way. Duty and Swiss VAT are settled by you at import; our unit price covers freight to your door.
Sample fees credited back in full on bulk orders • No commitment required
What Switzerland Buyers Manufacture With Us
Shipping to Switzerland
| Method | Transit | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Express courier | 3–5 days door-to-door | Samples, uniform top-ups |
| Air freight | 5–9 days via Zurich | Launch stock and urgent restocks |
| Sea + inland | ~30–40 days via Genoa or Rotterdam, then rail/road | Bulk — Switzerland has no seaport |
Ports & customs handling for Switzerland
| Route | Ports / gateways | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sea + inland | Genoa or Rotterdam, then rail/road to Basel or Zurich | Switzerland has no seaport — roughly 30–40 days door-to-door |
| Air | Zurich, Geneva | Launch stock, uniform top-ups, and samples |
| Customs handling | Proof of origin + separate Swiss entry prepared before arrival | Goods clear Swiss customs again even after transiting an EU port |
Duties & import costs
Bangladeshi-origin garments qualify for zero duty under the Swiss tariff preferences for least-developed economies, but the preferential rate is claimed against a proof of origin we are not registered to issue — so budget for the standard rate. Because Switzerland is outside the EU customs union, goods clear Swiss customs separately even after transiting an EU port — and where no preference applies, Swiss duty is assessed on gross weight rather than value, which penalises heavy knitwear. Swiss import VAT (currently 8.1% standard) applies as normal and is settled by you at clearance — our unit price covers freight to your door, not duty or VAT.
Model your landed cost to Switzerland — freight, duty, and clearance on one screen, or request a quote and we’ll price it exactly.
Pricing in Your Terms
Quotes in USD by default, or fixed in CHF on request. Approximate examples at recent rates: basic tees from ~CHF 2–3.50/pc, heavyweight tees ~CHF 3.20–5.50/pc, hoodies ~CHF 6.30–11.90/pc (FOB, moderate volume).
Currency examples are approximate conversions at recent exchange rates — quotes fix the exact figure.
Built into Switzerland programs
- Swiss import handled as its own lane: origin proof, separate Swiss entry, and inland delivery — not bundled into an EU clearance
- Trilingual German/French/Italian care and fibre-content labelling for Swiss retail
- Organic and recycled-content fabric sourcing, with the certification limits stated up front
Switzerland Buyer Questions
Does shipping to Switzerland work the same way as shipping to the EU?
No — and this is the mistake to avoid. Switzerland is not in the EU customs union, so a shipment cleared into Rotterdam or Hamburg has not been cleared into Switzerland; it needs a second, separate Swiss entry with its own documentation. We handle Swiss orders as their own lane from the start, which is why our Swiss shipments do not stall at the border.
Is import from Bangladesh to Switzerland really duty-free?
Qualifying is not the same as claiming, and this is where suppliers get vague. Bangladeshi garments do sit at zero duty under Switzerland's preferential tariff for least-developed economies — but the rate is only claimable against a preferential proof of origin, and we are not registered to issue one. Plan on the standard rate with us. We supply the commercial invoice, packing list, and standard certificate of origin your broker needs to clear the goods. Swiss import VAT (currently 8.1%) applies either way.
Can you meet Swiss quality and sustainability expectations?
On quality, yes — that is the market we build for. Swiss buyers price on quality rather than the cheapest unit, so our Swiss programs run tighter AQL inspection and claims matched to the paperwork behind them. On certification, be clear-eyed: we hold BSCI social compliance only. We can source organic and recycled-content fabric, but we cannot supply a GOTS, GRS, or OEKO-TEX transaction-certificate chain, so if your Swiss buyer requires one, you need a certified mill alongside us.
Start Your Switzerland Project
Tell us what you’re making and where it’s going — your quote includes shipping options and landed-cost guidance for Switzerland.
Manufacturing specifications
| Specification | What we commit to |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | From 50 pieces per style for knitwear, rising to 100 in peak season — woven from 300 pieces per style, 25 pieces per colour for garment dyeing |
| Lead time | 25–35 days from order to shipment — 12–15 days on the line for orders up to 2,000 pcs |
| Sampling | USD 60 blank / USD 85 branded, + USD 45 shipping — credited against bulk |
| Payment terms | 50% before production, 50% before shipment |
| Decoration | Screen printing in-house; embroidery via partner factory |
| Certification | BSCI certified facility |
| Shipping | Door-to-door delivery, freight included in unit price |
Ready to talk it through?
Send a tech pack, a sketch, or just a reference photo and we'll come back with itemised pricing within 24 hours. Minimum order is from 50 pieces per style.
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