Shipping lane
Shipping from Switzerland to Pakistan
Sea, air and road freight from Swiss suppliers to Karachi, Lahore and every city in Pakistan, with customs clearance and one coordinator from pickup to delivery.
At a glance
Switzerland → Pakistan in numbers
Swiss exports often need careful document handling because Switzerland is outside the EU customs union. We prepare the export paperwork with the supplier.
| Main sea gateways | Rotterdam or Hamburg (via rail or road), Genoa (via road) |
|---|---|
| Main air gateways | Zurich (ZRH), Basel (BSL) |
| Arrival in Pakistan | Karachi Port, Port Qasim · KHI, LHE, ISB airports |
| Sea freight transit | 20–35 days (typical, port to port) |
| Air freight transit | 3–6 days (typical) |
| Road to the port | 1–2 days to Genoa, 2–3 days to Rotterdam |
| Quote reply | Within 7–9 working hours |
How it works
From your Swiss supplier to your door
- Quote and booking. Send the proforma invoice and packing list. We reply within 7–9 working hours with routing options and an itemised price.
- Inspection and pickup. Our auditors check the goods, then we collect from the supplier in Switzerland and consolidate if you buy from several suppliers.
- Export and main carriage. Export declaration at origin, then sea freight from Rotterdam or Hamburg (via rail or road) or air freight from Zurich (ZRH).
- Customs clearance in Pakistan. Goods Declaration filed on WeBOC by licensed customs agents, duties assessed, cargo released.
- Delivery. Door delivery from our Lahore and Karachi warehouses to any city in Pakistan, with proof of delivery.
Typical cargo
What we ship from Switzerland
- Pharmaceuticals
- Precision instruments
- Textile machinery
- Chemicals
FAQ
Shipping from Switzerland to Pakistan: common questions
How long does shipping from Switzerland to Pakistan take?
Sea freight from Rotterdam or Hamburg to Karachi or Port Qasim typically takes 20–35 days port to port. Air freight from Zurich (ZRH) to Karachi, Lahore or Islamabad typically takes 3–6 days. Add time for pickup, customs clearance and delivery; your quote states the exact schedule.
Do you clear customs in Pakistan for cargo from Switzerland?
Yes. Goods Declarations are filed on WeBOC by licensed customs agents we work with, and our team prepares and checks the documents and follows the clearance until release. We also arrange the EU or Swiss export declaration at origin.
Can you collect from my supplier in Switzerland?
Yes. We collect from supplier premises anywhere in Switzerland by truck (1–2 days to Genoa, 2–3 days to Rotterdam), and can consolidate goods from several suppliers into one shipment to Pakistan.
Do you check the goods before shipping?
Before we make an offer for goods sourced through us, our own auditors inspect them at the supplier, so the cargo you pay for is the cargo that arrives.
How much does shipping from Switzerland to Pakistan cost?
Cost depends on volume, weight, mode, Incoterm and the current carrier rates. Request a quote with your cargo details and we reply within 7–9 working hours with an itemised price.
Transit times are typical ranges and vary by carrier, routing and season. Other lanes: Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Poland, France, Austria, Czechia, Greece.
Shipping from Switzerland?
Send your cargo details. A coordinator replies with routing options and an itemised quote.
Request a Quote
Request a Quote- Call
- +92 370 3373689
- info@apextradessolutionspk.com
- Hours
- Mon–Fri, 12:00–19:30 PKT