After customs clearance and the inspection, the cantonal road traffic office registers the car and issues the vehicle registration document and plates.
Typical documents
- Customs vehicle test report 13.20 A
- Certificate of Conformity (CoC) or other approval proof
- Proof of Swiss insurance (electronic insurance certificate)
- Identity document and proof of residence
Official registration fees
- Zürich: CHF 142.00 (vehicle document 42, plate registration 30, plates 40, 13.20 A check 30; fee order 2026).
- Geneva: CHF 85.00 registration fee including plates, plus the inspection.
- Ticino: CHF 120.00 (certificate 50, plates 40, first registration 30).