How quickly do I get paid when selling directly to Montreva?

Once your watch is inspected and authenticated in Zurich, the bank transfer is initiated within 24 to 48 working hours. There are no seller fees or deductions.

Do I need the original box and papers to sell my watch?

No, we buy watches with or without original papers. However, a complete box and papers set meaningfully increases the secondary market offer.

How does insured shipping work for selling a watch?

Montreva provides a prepaid DHL Express courier label with full declared-value transit insurance. Your watch is covered for the entire agreed valuation from pick-up to delivery.

Selling a luxury watch in Switzerland

How to sell your luxury watch in Switzerland: valuation, direct sale, consignment, payout timelines, and documentation needed.

Selling a fine watch in Switzerland is simple when you understand the market. Whether you hold a modern Rolex, a classic Omega, or an independent complication, the route you choose depends on whether you value immediate liquidity or maximum return.

Direct sale versus consignment

Direct sale means the dealer purchases your watch outright. You receive a firm offer benchmarked against live secondary market transactions, and upon physical inspection in Zurich or insured postal handover, funds are transferred within 48 hours. Consignment places your watch in a curated showroom and international collector network for a fee typically between 5% and 12%. Consignment yields a higher net return, but requires a timeline of two to twelve weeks.

What drives the valuation

Valuation rests on four fundamentals: reference rarity, physical condition, completeness of the original set, and service provenance. A complete set with original warranty card, presentation box, and purchase receipt commands a tangible premium over a watch-only offering.

Required documentation and Swiss law

Swiss anti-money laundering regulations require verified proof of identity (valid passport or ID) for any watch purchase. When selling as a private individual in Switzerland, capital gains on private movable assets are generally non-taxable, making Switzerland one of the cleanest jurisdictions for watch liquidity.

Common questions

How quickly do I get paid when selling directly to Montreva?: Once your watch is inspected and authenticated in Zurich, the bank transfer is initiated within 24 to 48 working hours. There are no seller fees or deductions.
Do I need the original box and papers to sell my watch?: No, we buy watches with or without original papers. However, a complete box and papers set meaningfully increases the secondary market offer.
How does insured shipping work for selling a watch?: Montreva provides a prepaid DHL Express courier label with full declared-value transit insurance. Your watch is covered for the entire agreed valuation from pick-up to delivery.