Moving to Italy: Your start to the "Dolce Vita""
Are you planning a move from Switzerland to Italy? Whether Milan, Rome, Tuscany, or further south – we organize your relocation reliably and efficiently. We manage the transport route and the straightforward EU customs formalities, ensuring a stress-free arrival at your new home.
Moving to Italy without stress
A Moving to Italy As a direct neighbor of Switzerland, Austria is logistically very easy to plan. The biggest variable is the distances within the country – transport to Lombardy is quick and easy, while a trip to Sicily requires detailed route and ferry planning. As a founding member of the European Union, the administrative processing of your household goods – customs clearance – is a standardized and straightforward procedure.
Professional execution is essential to ensure the smooth and safe transport of your household goods. We take care of the entire logistics chain, from secure packaging to punctual delivery to your new address in "Bella Italia".
Your advantages when moving to Italy
- Efficient Italy logistics We know the optimal routes through Switzerland and Italy to Toll (Pedaggio) and to optimize transport costs for you, including ferry connections to Sardinia or Sicily.
- Stress-free EU customs clearance We will prepare all the necessary documents (inventory list, EU customs application) for a smooth and duty-free import of your household goods.
- Full service from A to Z From packing to assembly. Our Moving company Zurich Guaranteed utmost care at every step.
- Transparent fixed prices We will provide you with a clear offer that transparently lists all costs for distance and administration.
How much does it cost to move to Italy?
The cost of moving to Italy depends heavily on the destination. Moving to northern Italy (e.g., Milan) is often significantly cheaper than moving to southern Italy (e.g., Naples or Palermo).
| Apartment size | Cost in CHF (approx.) |
| 1-room apartment | CHF 1,300 – 1,800 |
| 2-room apartment | CHF 1,600 – 2,200 |
| 3-room apartment | CHF 2,000 – 2,600 |
| 4-room apartment | CHF 2,400 – 3,200 |
| 5-room apartment | CHF 3,300 – 4,200 |
A notice: These indicative prices include EU customs clearance and transport. Please note that the distance This has a significant impact on the final price. Moving to Milan is cheaper than moving to Rome or Naples. We will prepare a free, no-obligation quote for you.
This is how your move to Italy will proceed
To allow you to focus on your new life, we follow a proven 3-step process:
Free viewing & consultation
Contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will analyze the effort required for your move to Italy and discuss all the details (including EU customs) with you.
Transparent fixed-price offer
Based on the inspection, we will provide you with a fair and binding offer. This includes all costs for transport to Italy – with no hidden fees.
Secure transport & customs clearance
Our team will professionally pack your goods, transport them safely to Italy, and take care of everything else. Complete EU customs clearance, so that you arrive stress-free.
Customs formalities in Italy: (Easy thanks to EU membership)
Since Italy Member of the EU Customs Union The administrative process is straightforward. If you move your residence from Switzerland to Italy (apply for "Residenza" status), your personal belongings can be transferred. Completely free of customs duties and VAT be introduced.
It is important that the goods have been in your possession for at least 6 months and that you demonstrably give up your residence in Switzerland.
Required documents (EU standard):
Copy of identification (ID card or passport)
Deregistration certificate for your residence in Switzerland
Italian tax identification number («Codice Fiscale»)
Proof of residence in Italy (e.g. «Contratto di affitto» – rental agreement, or «Certificato di Residenza»)
A detailed inventory list (packing list) of your household goods, ideally in Italian.
A completed customs exemption form («Dichiarazione di Libera Importazione»)
Practical tips for your start in Italy
Pets: Moving with a dog or cat follows standard EU rules. You will need an EU pet passport, a valid rabies vaccination, and microchip identification.
Vehicles (car / motorcycle): Importing your Swiss car is possible. You must register it in Italy within a certain timeframe with the «Pubblico Registro Automobilistico» (PRA).
Codice Fiscale (Important!): First things first: Apply for your Italian tax identification number ("Codice Fiscale") as early as possible, ideally from Switzerland at the consulate. You will need it for almost all contracts (bank, rent, mobile phone, electricity).
motorway toll (Pedaggio): Almost all of Italy's motorways ("Autostrade") are subject to tolls. This is a significant cost factor for travel and transport.
Ready for Italy?
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