Move Canton of Neuchâtel
Moving to Neuchâtel – between the lake, the Jura and German-speaking Switzerland
City of Neuchâtel, La Chaux-de-Fonds or Le Locle: we handle moves between German-speaking Switzerland and the canton of Neuchâtel – with a quote within 24 hours.
4.8 out of 5 · 181 Google reviewsASTAG standardOver 500 moves per year
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No Saturday surchargeSame price Mon–Sat
Moving in Neuchâtel
Neuchâtel: moving to French-speaking Switzerland
The canton of Neuchâtel stretches from the lakeshore up to the Jura heights of La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle. Hillside locations and differences in altitude affect access and effort – we clarify this during the on-site survey.
In the city of Neuchâtel, a legal deadline of 14 days applies for registering on arrival; if you move within the city, you also inform the residents' registration office within 14 days. The cantonal road traffic office (SCAN) requires your new address within 14 days at the latest.
- 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 Neuchâtel
Deadlines after your move in Neuchâtel
In the canton of Neuchâtel, a 14-day deadline applies for both the residents' registration office and SCAN.
What applies in Neuchâtel
- Residents' registration office: Registration on arrival within the legal 14-day period (city of Neuchâtel).
- Moving within the city: inform the residents' registration office within 14 days.
- SCAN: Change of address within 14 days at the latest, including when moving from another canton.
- Post: Set up mail forwarding at least 4 working days before your move.
Sources: City of Neuchâtel: arrivals · City of Neuchâtel: moves · SCAN: moving from another canton
Moving costs Neuchâtel
How much does a move in Neuchâtel cost?
For moves to French-speaking Switzerland, we factor in the travel time from our base in Wallisellen; travel there and back counts as working time. The calculator above shows you the guide price for your route.
| 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 Neuchâtel
Moving to Neuchâtel: residents' registration office and SCAN within 14 days
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 Neuchâtel.
- Residents' registration office Registration on arrival within 14 days.
- SCAN new address within 14 days at the latest.
- Post Forwarding at least 4 working days before the move.
- Moving away deregister with your previous municipality, often online via eUmzugCH.
City of Neuchâtel: arrivalsCity of Neuchâtel: movesSCAN: moving from another cantonPost: 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 Neuchâtel24 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.
Free quote · Neuchâtel
Move Neuchâtel: free quote on request
Moving in the Neuchâtel region? Enter your moving-out and moving-in addresses – we will get back to you with your quote within 24 hours.
- Free and no-obligation – you only decide after receiving the quote.
- Quote within 24 hours – personally from our team.
- 20% new-customer discount on all services.
- No Saturday surcharge – same price from Monday to Saturday.
Free on-site survey
Have your move in Neuchâtel 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
All services for your move in Neuchâtel
Reviews
4.8 out of 5 stars from 181 Google reviews
Jan Stahel
2 days ago
schneller Umzug, alles geklappt
Brooke Jackson
7 days ago
Super kompetent, schnell und sehr freundlich. Ich würde dieses Unternehmen allen empfehlen!
Michael Richter
1 week ago
Monika Gutekunst
1 week 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 Neuchâtel
The canton of Neuchâtel borders France. We also move you there and to other European countries – with an inventory list for customs and end-of-tenancy cleaning in Switzerland.
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about moving in Neuchâtel
How much does a move to Neuchâtel cost?
Guide prices start at CHF 550.– (1–1.5 rooms), excluding VAT; travel time counts as working time. You will receive the binding price after the on-site survey.
By when do I have to register in Neuchâtel?
According to the city of Neuchâtel, a legal deadline of 14 days applies.
By when do I have to report my new address to SCAN?
Within 14 days at the latest.
Do you also move to La Chaux-de-Fonds?
Yes, we handle moves throughout the canton of Neuchâtel.
Can the survey take place by video?
Yes, via WhatsApp video in around 20–25 minutes.
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Related services and guides
Official authorities: City of Neuchâtel: arrivals · City of Neuchâtel: moves · SCAN: moving from another canton · ch.ch: Deregistering and registering
