Switzerland , officially the Swiss Confederation, is a country situated in the confluence of Western, Central, and Southern Europe. It is a federal republic composed of 26 cantons, with federal authorities based in Bern. Switzerland has a population of circa 8. It's capital city is Bern. UK operators may carry loads to, from or through the country. Loads carried between third countries can only do so under a bilateral agreement and must be carried under cover of an ECMT multi-lateral permit.
Cabotage is not permitted. Switzerland is a party to ADR. It is essential that fully completed ADR documentation is prepared for the movement of dangerous goods. There are special restrictions which apply to many tunnels and cantons within Switzerland, these restrictions also apply to the type of goods, quantities and whether specific vehicles which carry dangerous goods require escorts.
It should be noted that there is a lot of information relating to ADR covering Switzerland. Vehicles which, because of their load, do not conform to the regulations concerning weights and dimensions as detailed below, require special authorisation. An application form can be downloaded below:. Keepers Trailer Certificate Abloads pdf, 0. A full tank of fuel and fuel required for any refrigeration unit can be imported duty-free.
TIR Carnets are accepted for vehicles crossing Switzerland. ATA Carnets are accepted for certain temporary imports. CMR notes are advised. Every Sunday between and it is forbidden to drive in Switzerland with vehicles exceeding 3. For these vehicles a further night driving ban al so applies every night between and This is applicable throughout the months of July — December inclusive. The following Public Holidays are applicable in Switzerland:. There are some 21 Regional holidays across Switzerland which are not all celebrated in all Cantons, and it is advisable to check with the cantons before departure.
Road taxes are incurred when goods are transported in Switzerland:. The performance-related heavy vehicle charge is a federal tax levied based on total weight, emission level and kilometres driven in Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein.
