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Types of Taxes in Switzerland
There are a few different types of taxes in Switzerland and they can be split into a few groups. These groups can be the federal, cantonal and municipal taxes and of which, there have been more than 50 double tax treaties signed in order for investors and business developers to avoid double taxation.
We have a number of business consultants who are able to assist with any question about Swiss taxation or double taxation treaties. (like Swiss-USA double tax treaty)
We have a number of business consultants who are able to assist with any question about Swiss taxation or double taxation treaties. (like Swiss-USA double tax treaty)
1. Federal taxes, of which are direct taxes
The direct federal taxes are below:
- Personal income tax as well as corporate tax
- Withholding taxes
- Federal casino taxes
- Military and civil service exemption taxes
2. Taxes on goods and services at the federal level
Federal goods and services taxes are below:
- VAT taxes
- Stamp duty
- Tobacco tax
- Beer tax
- Distilled spirit tax
- Mineral oil tax
- Motor vehicle tax
- Motorway vignette
- Heavy vehicle fees
- Custom duties
3. Cantonal and municipal tax
The direct cantonal and municipal tax are as follows:
Income tax on wealth, which can include; income tax, withholding tax, expenditure taxation, poll taxes, wealth tax, corporate income tax and equity tax
Income tax on wealth, which can include; income tax, withholding tax, expenditure taxation, poll taxes, wealth tax, corporate income tax and equity tax
- Gift and inheritance taxes
- Lottery income tax
- Property gains tax
- Real estate tax
- Transfer taxes (real estate)
- Casino taxes
- Trade tax
4. Tax on goods and services at the cantonal and municipal level
These taxes include:
Switzerland has an assessment period for taxes which is normally a calendar year for most businesses and individuals.
Before conducting business operations in Switzerland it is highly recommended you speak with a business consultant to ensure you understand all requirements of taxation and company formation.
- Motor vehicle tax
- Dog taxes
- Entertainment taxes
- Stamp duty
- Registration duties
- Water duty
- Lottery taxation
- Visitor tax
Switzerland has an assessment period for taxes which is normally a calendar year for most businesses and individuals.
Before conducting business operations in Switzerland it is highly recommended you speak with a business consultant to ensure you understand all requirements of taxation and company formation.