In short: when you buy caviar online in Switzerland, check three things: that the stock is held in Switzerland, that it ships chilled, and that the caviar is imported with a CITES certificate. At LeDiamont, Iranian caviar is in stock in Switzerland, shipped chilled by Swiss Post and delivered in 1 to 2 working days anywhere in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Prices are shown in Swiss francs, VAT included. Living in Zurich or Geneva? See our page on caviar delivery in Zurich, Geneva and across Switzerland.
Why buy caviar from a seller based in Switzerland?
Caviar is a fresh, delicate product. It must stay cold, between −3 °C and +3 °C, from the stock room to your fridge. Caviar shipped from abroad goes through customs, where a parcel can wait for days outside the cold chain. Duties and VAT are also due on delivery.
With stock in Switzerland, there are no customs and no surprise charges. The parcel leaves chilled and arrives in 1 to 2 working days, with a tracking number sent by email.
A reliable seller also states the sturgeon species, the farm origin and the CITES code of the batch. To know which signs to check, read our guide real vs fake caviar.
Which caviar should you choose?
LeDiamont offers four Iranian caviars, all from farmed sturgeon, like all caviar sold today:
- Beluga AA®: the largest pearls, light to dark grey, with a mild, buttery flavour. The most prestigious.
- Ossetra: brown to golden pearls with nutty notes. The connoisseur’s choice.
- Sevruga: fine pearls and a bold, briny taste.
- Baeri: a balanced, accessible caviar, ideal for a first tasting.
To understand the differences in detail, read our guide to Iranian caviar and our comparison Ossetra vs Beluga.
To go further, compare the three species in our guide Ossetra vs Sevruga vs Baeri, learn what malossol caviar means and why our caviar is always farmed.
How much should you order?
Tins range from 30 g to 1 kg. For a plain tasting, allow about 30 g per person; as a garnish for a dish, 5 to 10 g per plate; on a canapé or blini, 3 to 5 g. Our guide how much caviar per person helps you choose the right size, and our caviar price guide helps you compare offers per gram.
How does delivery work?
- Area: all of Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
- Carrier: Swiss Post, with several shipping options offered at checkout.
- Packaging: insulated box with ice packs.
- Time: 1 to 2 working days.
- Tracking: an email with the tracking number as soon as your order ships.
On arrival, put the tin straight into the coldest part of your fridge.
How should you store caviar?
Unopened, keep caviar between −3 °C and +3 °C until the date on the packaging. Once opened, eat it within 48 hours and keep it in the fridge. Read more in our article how long does caviar last.
How can you pay?
You pay online by card or TWINT, the fastest option. Payment by invoice is possible on request. Prices in Swiss francs include Swiss VAT.
Giving caviar
A tin of caviar is an exceptional gift for a celebration, a birthday or clients. Find ideas in our caviar gift guide and, for companies, in our article on corporate caviar gifts.
Discover the full selection in our Iranian caviar shop.
Frequently asked questions
Can you buy caviar legally in Switzerland?
Yes. Caviar sold in Switzerland must come from farmed sturgeon and be imported with a CITES certificate. That is the case for all caviar sold by LeDiamont.
Do you deliver to Geneva, Zurich, Basel or Lugano?
Yes, we deliver throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein, in 1 to 2 working days.
Does caviar travel well?
Yes, as long as it stays cold. Our parcels leave in an insulated box with ice packs, and the journey only takes 1 to 2 days.
Can I order a 1 kg tin?
Yes. Tins range from 30 g to 1 kg. For a large quantity or a business order, please contact us.