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Wide Load Permit Switzerland

Transporting vehicles or loads wider than 2.55 meters on public roads in Switzerland requires a wide load permit.

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Transporting vehicles or loads wider than 2.55 meters on public roads in Switzerland requires a wide load permit.

This special authorization is issued by the competent cantonal authority and defines approved routes along with mandatory safety provisions such as escort vehicles, advance notification requirements,…

Freight forwarders and hauliers must secure the permit before departure; early application is advisable, as processing times and conditions vary depending on the canton and the complexity of the…

Last updated: 18 June 2026Published: 22 November 2025

Source: https://www.ch.ch/en/transportation-wide-loads/

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Transporting vehicles or loads wider than 2.55 meters on public roads in Switzerland requires a wide load permit. This special authorization is issued by the competent cantonal authority and defines approved routes along with mandatory safety provisions such as escort vehicles, advance notification requirements, or time-of-day restrictions. Freight forwarders and hauliers must secure the permit before departure; early application is advisable, as processing times and conditions vary depending on the canton and the complexity of the route. For recurring transports on the same corridors, standing permits are generally available.

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