JuraLogistik

JuraLogistik is a Swiss freight and logistics company based in Münchenstein (near Basel) specializing in vehicle transport and customs clearance across European borders and internationally. The firm handles car import and export between Switzerland and Germany, France, Austria, Italy, and other EU countries, plus vehicles imported from the USA and Canada. For arriving residents, JuraLogistik provides both the logistics (moving the vehicle to Switzerland) and the customs clearance (handling border formalities and tax settlement). The firm also offers CO2 levy reduction services and complete vehicle registration support, making it a full-service option for complex or long-distance imports.

Core services: transport and customs

JuraLogistik's website lists two primary services relevant to arrival imports: vehicle transport (Fahrzeugtransporte) within Switzerland, across Europe, and internationally, and customs clearance (Verzollung) for import and export. The site emphasizes "national and international trade with vehicles" and handles "import customs clearance" (Import-Verzollung Schweiz) and "export customs clearance" (Export-Verzollung Schweiz) for vehicles coming into and leaving Switzerland. The firm also manages customs documentation (Zolldokumente), tax documentation (Steuerdokumente), and vehicle registration (Fahrzeugzulassung) across multiple countries.

Special focus on USA imports

A notable specialization is USA and Canada vehicle imports. The site dedicates a section to "Auto Import AUS USA" (car import from USA), covering how vehicles are transported from North America, how US vehicles are customized (Umrüstung) and tested (TÜV-equivalent), and how CO2 levies apply to US imports. The site offers cost calculators and examples for USA imports, recognizing a specific market: expat residents bringing family vehicles from North America or investors importing American specialty vehicles. This is different from EU imports, which are simpler because EU vehicles mostly comply with Swiss emissions standards already, whereas US vehicles often require modifications to meet Swiss requirements.

CO2 levy reduction and optimization

A distinct service is CO2 levy reduction (Reduktion Co2 Sanktion). The site notes that vehicles imported as new (first registration in Switzerland within 6 months of import) or recently registered abroad (ownership less than 6 months) are subject to CO2 levies if they exceed the Swiss CO2 target (currently around 130-140 g/km for new vehicles). JuraLogistik offers to identify cost-saving measures: for high-emission vehicles, the site offers "Reduktion der Co2 Sanktion oder Bonus" (reduction of CO2 levy or bonus). For environmentally friendly vehicles, the site mentions it may "eventually pay out a bonus" (auszahlen eventuell sogar einen Bonus). This optimization is useful for arriving residents importing young vehicles and those concerned about the levy cost.

Transport modes and scope

The firm handles vehicle transport by road (Landverkehr), sea freight (Seefracht), and air freight (Luftfracht), enabling arrivals from any distance. For European imports, road transport is typical. For US/Canada imports, sea freight (container or RORO - roll-on roll-off) is the standard mode. The site mentions that it can transport vehicles "worldwide" and references both individual (single-vehicle) moves and batch (collection) shipments. For arrivals, this breadth means JuraLogistik can source a vehicle from almost anywhere and move it to Switzerland within the legal import and emissions frameworks.

Customs documentation and legality

JuraLogistik is familiar with customs paperwork across multiple countries. The site lists services for "Zollanmeldung Schweizer Einfuhr" (Swiss import customs declaration) and handles the corresponding German and other countries' export paperwork. The firm also coordinates vehicle documentation (COCs - Certificate of Conformity, original registration papers, proof of origin), which is critical for clear title and Swiss registration. The site has guides for "Import in die Schweiz" (import into Switzerland), suggesting the firm provides step-by-step support for arriving residents dealing with the regulatory path.

Pricing and examples

The site offers cost calculators ("KOSTENBEISPIEL AUTOIMPORT") for both German and Swiss imports, but the site does not show the calculator output or sample figures. Arrivals are encouraged to generate estimates using the "Kostenbeispiel Import Deutschland" and "Kostenbeispiel Import Schweiz" tools, then contact the firm for a firm quote. The site does not publish standard fees or percentage-based pricing, so arriving residents need to use the calculator or call for pricing.

Company scale and contact

The firm is based at Tramstrasse 30, 4142 Münchenstein (near Basel), with hours Monday to Friday 09:00-11:00 and 14:00-17:00. Phone: +41 (0) 78 761 63 54. Email: info@juralog.ch. The site does not list detailed staff or certifications, but the comprehensive service menu and multi-country operation suggest established operations.

Who it suits

JuraLogistik is ideal for arriving residents importing vehicles from the USA, Canada, or EU countries outside Germany (France, Italy, Austria, etc.). For someone bringing a classic car, a specialty vehicle, or a high-emission vehicle where CO2 levies are a concern, the firm's CO2 optimization service is a differentiator. For a straightforward German car import where the cheapest route is important, Finsler Customs (border-side, full transparency) might be a better choice. For someone importing from non-adjacent countries, JuraLogistik's sea and air freight capability and cost calculators position it well.

CO2 levy and environmental compliance

Swiss environmental regulations apply to all imported vehicles. New vehicles or those with first registration less than 6 months old that exceed the Swiss CO2 target (currently around 130-140 grams of CO2 per kilometer for new passenger vehicles) face a CO2 levy (CO2 Abgabe). This levy can be substantial for high-emission vehicles (luxury vehicles, performance cars, large SUVs), potentially adding thousands of Swiss francs to the import cost. JuraLogistik's CO2 optimization service is valuable because the firm can identify cost-saving measures before the import proceeds. For example, if a vehicle is just above the CO2 target, the firm might identify retrofit or technical options that push it into compliance and eliminate the levy. For environmentally efficient vehicles, the firm may identify bonus eligibility. An arriving resident importing a high-emission vehicle should explicitly ask JuraLogistik about CO2 exposure and optimization options before committing to the import.

Process and next steps

Arriving residents should visit the site, use the relevant cost calculator (USA, Germany, or generic import), and then contact JuraLogistik with vehicle details (origin, type, value, current registration) to receive a detailed quote. The firm can coordinate pickup from abroad, transport to Switzerland, customs, and registration, or handle individual steps if the arrival resident wants to manage some tasks independently. Given the breadth of services (USA imports, EU imports, CO2 optimization, registration), it is worth asking JuraLogistik what value-add services might apply to your specific import scenario before deciding on another partner.