Move Canton of Basel-Stadt
Moving in Basel – Grossbasel, Kleinbasel, Riehen and Bettingen
We handle moves in the city of Basel, in Riehen and Bettingen – and between Basel and Zurich. Guide price in 2 minutes, quote within 24 hours.
4.8 out of 5 · 181 Google reviewsASTAG standardOver 500 moves per year
20% new-customer discountQuote in 24hInsurance Included
4.8 / 5 Google181 reviews
ASTAG standardSwiss industry standard
Quote within 24 hoursfree & without obligation
No Saturday surchargeSame price Mon–Sat
Moving in Basel-Stadt
Basel-Stadt: a city canton with short distances and narrow streets
Basel-Stadt consists of the city of Basel and the municipalities of Riehen and Bettingen. Older buildings without a lift, tram lines and scarce parking shape many moves – which is why we clarify access and the temporary no-parking zone during the on-site survey.
Anyone moving to Basel-Stadt or within the canton must register with the residents' registration office within 14 days – online via eUmzug, except for people from non-EU/EFTA countries. You also update your driving licence within 14 days.
- Guide prices: from CHF 550.– (1–1.5 rooms), from CHF 990.– (3–3.5 rooms), excl. VAT.
- No Saturday surcharge: Same price Monday to Saturday.
- Free loan boxes: sturdy and reusable.
- Quote within 24 hours: after an on-site or video survey.
Re-registering in Basel-Stadt
Deadlines after your move in Basel-Stadt
In Basel-Stadt, a 14-day deadline applies for both the residents' registration office and the driving licence.
What applies in Basel-Stadt
- Residents' registration office: register or report your move within 14 days.
- Online: via eUmzug, except for people from non-EU/EFTA countries.
- Driving licence: update within 14 days.
- Vehicle registration: report your change of address to the Basel-Stadt motor vehicle office.
Sources: Basel-Stadt: moving to the canton · Basel-Stadt: moving within the canton · Basel-Stadt: update your driving licence · Basel-Stadt: change of address on your vehicle registration
Moving costs Basel-Stadt
How much does a move in Basel-Stadt cost?
The guide prices also apply in Basel. For moves between Zurich and Basel, travel time counts as working time; the calculator above takes your route into account.
| Apartment Size | Guide value | Included |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 1.5 rooms | from CHF 550 | Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance |
| 2 – 2.5 rooms | from CHF 850 | Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance |
| 3 – 3.5 rooms | from CHF 990.– | Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance |
| 4 – 4.5 rooms | from CHF 1'490.– | Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance |
| 5 – 5.5 rooms | from CHF 1'790.– | Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance |
| 6 – 6.5 rooms | from CHF 1'990.– | Furniture assembly, protective materials, insurance |
All prices include insurance and exclude 8.1% VAT. Guide values are based on average effort; the exact amount is determined during the free on-site survey and invoiced according to actual working time, including travel to and from the site.
Customer portal for Basel-Stadt
Moving in Basel: residents' registration office, driving licence and post with deadlines
The customer portal knows your moving date and your new municipality and uses them to create your checklist with deadlines – with ready-made letters for insurers and direct links to the official offices in Basel-Stadt.
- Residents' registration office within 14 days, online via eUmzug.
- Driving licence update within 14 days.
- Post Forwarding at least 4 working days before the move.
- Serafe no action required – handled via the residents' registration office.
Basel-Stadt: moving to the cantonBasel-Stadt: moving within the cantonBasel-Stadt: update your driving licencePost: change of address with mail forwarding
7 days free with every quote · when you book your move permanently included
Real demo – no sign-up required
Your move to Basel24 days to go – all deadlines in view
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- –Notify insurersLetter ready
- –Set up mail forwardingDo it online
- –Report your departureDo it online
- –Report your arrivalDo it online
Preview to try out – the complete portal is shown in the Live demo.
Enquiry Basel region
Move Basel: free quote on request
Moving in the Basel region? Enter your moving-out and moving-in addresses – we will get back to you with your quote within 24 hours.
- Parking reservation on moving day we organise it for you free of charge.
- Quote within 24 hours – personally from our team.
- 20% new-customer discount on all services.
- Free and no-obligation – you only decide after receiving the quote.
Free on-site survey
Have your move in Basel-Stadt surveyed – by video call or on site
The survey via WhatsApp video takes around 20–25 minutes. Prefer in person? Choose «on site». You will receive your quote within 24 hours.
- Takes approx. 20–25 minutes
- On site at your home or conveniently via WhatsApp video
- Quote within 24 hours – with a 20% new-customer discount
Prefer to call? 044 589 67 77 · WhatsApp
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Services
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Reviews
4.8 out of 5 stars from 181 Google reviews
Jan Stahel
4 days ago
schneller Umzug, alles geklappt
Brooke Jackson
1 week ago
Super kompetent, schnell und sehr freundlich. Ich würde dieses Unternehmen allen empfehlen!
Michael Richter
1 week ago
Monika Gutekunst
2 weeks ago
Super Team , sie arbeiten wie verrückt und nichts ist beschädigt.
Nur zum empfehlen.
Michelle Marentini
2 months ago
Super committed and strong as superheroes! It was great fun with these three friendly, cheerful men!
Emilia Rosa Messmer-Lips
2 months ago
Perfect process. Super friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended. If I move again, it'll only be with you.
Emilie Aubry
2 months ago
Valentina Stoira
2 months ago
Very good and straightforward.
Manuela König Plangger
3 months ago
Very competent and fast.
Claude-Alain Blattner
6 months ago
I was very satisfied with the moving services and the cleaning work. The furniture was properly packed and handled with care. The subsequent cleaning was also carried out professionally, so the handover went through without any issues. What's more, all the staff were extremely friendly. I can only recommend the company.
Alisha Rachel Müller
6 months ago
The move went perfectly. The team was upbeat, friendly and very careful. They also worked extremely efficiently, so they were even faster than originally planned. On top of that, the price was very good. I can warmly recommend Swiss Umzüge.
Marek Stankala
8 months ago
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Extremely satisfied! The move was super quick and totally hassle-free. The team was friendly, in great spirits and handled everything with care. And at the end there was even a little gift – really nice.
Armin Richter
8 months ago
A very well organised move! The staff on site were quick and handled the furniture carefully. Communication with the company was friendly and courteous. Thank you!
International Moves
Moving abroad from the canton of Basel-Stadt
The canton of Basel-Stadt borders Germany and France. We also move you there and to other European countries – with an inventory list for customs and end-of-tenancy cleaning in Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about moving in Basel-Stadt
How much does a move in Basel cost?
From CHF 550.– for 1–1.5 rooms and from CHF 990.– for 3–3.5 rooms, including insurance, excluding VAT.
By when do I have to register in Basel-Stadt?
According to the canton of Basel-Stadt, within 14 days at the residents' registration office.
Can I report my move in Basel online?
Yes, via eUmzug – except for people from non-EU/EFTA countries.
Do I have to update my driving licence?
Yes. In Basel-Stadt you have 14 days to update your driving licence.
Do you also move to Riehen and Bettingen?
Yes, we handle moves throughout the canton of Basel-Stadt and to all other cantons.
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Related services and guides
Official authorities: Basel-Stadt: moving to the canton · Basel-Stadt: moving within the canton · Basel-Stadt: update your driving licence · Basel-Stadt: change of address on your vehicle registration · ch.ch: Deregistering and registering
