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Global Market · Western Europe
Vietnam – Switzerland Logistics
Switzerland market information for importers and exporters: seaports, airports, economic size, trade preferences and growth potential.
Key facts
- Capital
- Bern
- Region
- Western Europe
- Population
- 9.1 million
- Area
- 41,284 km²
- Nominal GDP (2023)
- US$885 billion
- GDP per capita
- 97,327 USD
- GDP ranking
- No. 20 worldwide
- 5-year GDP growth
- 4.1%/year
- Currency
- CHF (CHF)
- Languages
- French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh
- Distance to Ho Chi Minh City
- 9,782 km
Economic size
In 2023, Switzerland’s nominal GDP reached US$885 billion, ranking No. 20 in the world, with GDP per capita of around US$97,327. Over the past 5 years, GDP in US dollar terms grew by an average of 4.1% per year.
Growth potential
- Large economy, ranked No. 20 in the world by GDP.
- An important trading partner of Vietnam.
- High average income (about US$97,327 per capita), well suited to high-value consumer goods.
- Landlocked, requiring multimodal solutions via neighboring countries.
Trade agreements with Vietnam
Vietnam and Switzerland do not currently have a free trade agreement in force. Goods are subject to the importing country’s standard duty rates.
Shipping from Vietnam to Switzerland
Ocean
28–36 days
from Cat Lai / Cai Mep, depending on destination port and transshipment
Air
2–4 days
from SGN / HAN, including handling time
Distance
9,782 km
straight-line distance
Transit times are indicative estimates, not commitments. Contact us for actual vessel and flight schedules.
Major seaports
Switzerland is landlocked. Ocean cargo typically arrives at a port in a neighboring country and continues by road or rail.
Neighboring countries that can serve as gateways:
International airports
Switzerland has 5 large and medium-sized airports. The main airports for cargo are:
| Airport | IATA | City |
|---|---|---|
| Zürich Airport | ZRH | Zurich |
| Geneva International Airport | GVA | Geneva |
| Lugano Airport | LUG | Agno |
| Bern Airport | BRN | Bern |
| Sankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport | ACH | St. Gallen |
Services for the Vietnam – Switzerland lane
AIR FREIGHT
Air Freight
Weekly block space agreements and full charters for urgent, high-value cargo.
- Express
- Charter
- DG
- Pharma
ROAD & RAIL
Road & Rail Freight
Owned GPS-tracked fleet and Vietnam – China – Europe rail freight.
- FTL
- LTL
- Cross-border
- Rail
CONTRACT LOGISTICS
Warehousing & Distribution
International-standard distribution centers run on WMS and automated conveyor systems.
- Bonded
- Cold chain
- Fulfillment
CUSTOMS & TRADE
Customs & Trade Advisory
Licensed customs brokers and FTA specialists who optimize duty rates for FDI companies.
- VNACCS
- C/O
- EVFTA
- CPTPP
PROJECT CARGO
Project & Oversized Cargo
Route surveys, lashing plans and equipment transport for industrial and energy projects.
- OOG
- Heavy-lift
- Turnkey
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Frequently asked questions
How long does ocean freight from Vietnam to Switzerland take?
Switzerland is landlocked, so ocean cargo arrives at a neighboring country’s port and then moves inland. Total transit is usually around 28–36 days plus the road or rail leg.
Which airports handle international air cargo in Switzerland?
International air cargo to Switzerland mainly arrives via Zürich Airport (ZRH), Geneva International Airport (GVA), Lugano Airport (LUG).
What trade agreements do Vietnam and Switzerland have?
There is currently no free trade agreement in force between Vietnam and Switzerland.
Neighboring countries
Other markets in Western Europe
Sources: World Bank (GDP for 2023, population), NGA World Port Index, OurAirports, mledoze/countries. Figures are for reference only.