Shipping from China to Switzerland
Does Taobao ship to Switzerland?
Switzerland is outside the EU, so EU parcel rules don't apply. Here is how Taobao orders reach Switzerland and what VAT and fees to expect.
Short answer
No. Taobao's official international shipping does not cover Switzerland, and most sellers ship only within China. Use an agent with a warehouse in China.
With us: send the links, we buy and inspect the items, combine them and ship to Switzerland in about 8–16 days after your parcel leaves our warehouse.
Shipping lines to Switzerland
We weigh your packed parcel and send you the options that accept your items. Times are counted from our warehouse in China and are typical, not guaranteed.
| Line | Typical time | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Express courier (DHL, UPS, FedEx) | 5–9 days | Urgent parcels; VAT and duty billed by the courier |
| Standard line | 10–18 days | Clothes, shoes and accessories |
| Economy line | 15–25 days | Light parcels that are not urgent |
Price depends on weight and size: carriers charge the higher of the real weight and the volume weight (length × width × height in cm ÷ 5000 for most express lines). How shipping is priced.
Import duties and taxes in Switzerland
| VAT | 8.1% on most goods (2.6% on books and some reduced-rate goods), on goods plus shipping |
| Small amounts | Duty and VAT totalling under CHF 5 are not charged, which at 8.1% means orders under about CHF 62 |
| Customs duty | Calculated on gross weight, by product |
| Clearance fee | Swiss Post charges a clearance fee of at least CHF 11.50; couriers have their own fees |
For most orders the clearance fee is the biggest extra cost, so one combined parcel is better than several small ones.
Rules checked November 2026. Tax rules change; we confirm the current treatment in every shipping quote. Sources: ch.ch: ordering goods from abroad, overview of Taobao's official shipping coverage.
Tips for buyers in Switzerland
- Chinese sizes run one to two sizes smaller than European sizes. Send your measurements in cm.
- Combine everything into one parcel to pay the clearance fee once.
What it costs with us
Item price and the seller's China shipping at cost, plus our 8% service fee (min $5 per order). Inspection photos, 60 days of storage and combining parcels are free. Shipping to Switzerland is quoted for your actual parcel. All fees.
Several items? Use the full order calculator with weight estimate and payment options.
Questions
Does Taobao ship to Switzerland?
Not directly for most orders. An agent receives your order in China and ships it to Switzerland.
How long does Taobao take to reach Switzerland?
Allow 3–7 days in China, then 5–9 days by express or 10–18 days on a standard line.
Do I pay VAT on Taobao parcels in Switzerland?
Yes, 8.1% on most goods, unless duty and VAT together come to less than CHF 5. Expect a clearance fee from Swiss Post or the courier.