Moving to Delémont (Delsberg): Costs Process & Quarters

The old town (Vieille Ville) impresses with its historic buildings, cafés and short distances to the administration and shops – ideal for singles and couples who appreciate an urban feel. If you prefer things quieter, you will find family-friendly residential areas with green spaces, playgrounds and good access to schools in Fontenette and Gros-Seuc.

The Etangs quarter scores with its proximity to recreation areas and the well-known ponds, while Battentin and La Communance are becoming increasingly attractive thanks to new building projects. Rents vary greatly depending on location but are well below the level of Basel or Bern overall, which makes Delémont an attractive option for price-conscious movers.

As the cantonal capital, Delémont is home to numerous public administration employers, the Hôpital du Jura and various industrial and commercial businesses. The proximity to Basel, around 40 minutes away by train, also opens up access to one of the largest job markets in Switzerland and to institutions such as the University of Basel and the FHNW.

The quality of life in Delémont convinces with its combination of a compact town structure, the Jura landscape on the doorstep and a lively cultural offering, such as the Festival of the Jura People (Fête du peuple jurassien), held every year in Delémont since 1948. Anyone looking for peace, nature and still urban amenities will find Delémont a balanced environment for families and working people alike.

So that you are not left in the dark, here is our price structure: for a 1-room flat you pay from €354, for a 2-room flat from €605. A 3-room flat costs from €905, while a 4-room flat is estimated from €1,324. For houses and villas we always draw up an individual quote. If you are moving over longer distances, a long-distance move costs from €3.90 per kilometre. The surest way to the right price: arrange a free survey.

The key price factors include the volume of your belongings and the distance to be driven, which is charged at €3.90/km. Equally relevant are the floor, a possibly missing lift and setting up a parking restriction zone (Halteverbotszone). We also offer furniture assembly and a part load.

Our moves start in Berlin-Moabit, Stromstraße 21. The services that go with a long route – packing, transport, assembly, storage – are set out under long-distance moving. Cities with their own page are listed in the locations overview.

Anyone moving to Delémont registers with the residents' registration office (Contrôle des habitants) in the town hall, Place de la Liberté 1. According to the town of Delémont, a deadline of 14 days applies on arrival from another municipality or from abroad. A move within the municipality must be reported within 30 days. According to the town, the office is open Monday to Friday from 10.00 to 12.00 and 14.00 to 17.00, on Thursdays until 18.00 (telephone +41 32 421 91 00).

Depending on where you come from, the town lists different documents:

• Swiss nationals: certificate of origin (Heimatschein), family record book if you have children, tenancy agreement, health insurance card and a copy of the household contents/fire insurance.
• Foreign nationals arriving from abroad: passport or identity card plus an assurance of residence or return guarantee from the foreigners' service.
• Foreign nationals from another canton: deregister with the old municipality first, plus passport or ID, residence permit, tenancy agreement, health insurance card and a copy of the household contents insurance.

Registration can optionally be done online via eDéménagementCH; according to the town, this costs no more than at the counter. The page does not state specific fees. Our long-distance moving guide for Delémont gives an overview of arriving and the long-distance move. Everyday topics are covered in Living in Delémont.

According to the town, Delémont offers more than 1,900 free parking spaces (around 1,200 in the white zone, 700 in the blue zone) and more than 1,600 paid spaces. For residents of the Vieille Ville there are season tickets, which are managed by the town police. According to the town, tradespeople can obtain parking permits for CHF 10 per day or CHF 40 per week. For questions about stopping and parking options outside your destination address, the Police administrative can be contacted (Place de la Liberté 1, +41 32 421 91 40, [email protected]). The town's page does not show a specific rule for removal vehicles, so we agree the parking spot with you during the survey.

When moving from Germany, Swiss customs is involved. According to the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (BAZG), moving your place of residence to Switzerland is the most important condition for importing household removal goods duty-free. The items must have been used by you personally for at least six months. On import you present form 18.44 to the customs office of entry; EU and EFTA nationals can prove the change of residence with, for example, an employment contract, tenancy agreement or deregistration certificate.

Additional information can be found under international move. You can reach the BAZG information centre on +41 58 467 15 15.