Do you know exactly how to prepare and file your tax declaration in Switzerland without stumbling into numerous legal pitfalls? If so, you’re a rare exception. Late submission, incorrect valuation of assets, claiming invalid tax deductions, and omitting income sources are so common mistakes that often turn tax season into a real nightmare for many. [...]
Who really reads the fine print in full—especially when it's hidden in another language or tucked away on the back of an official document? Probably not many. That’s why you should take a few minutes to read this article instead of combing through every detail on the back of your tax assessment. There’s one crucial [...]
Did you happen to forget declaring your crypto holdings in your tax declaration? Until the end of 2025, the chances of facing any consequences as a private crypto holder are pretty slim. However, starting from 2026, tax authorities in Switzerland will gain access to information that was previously off the radar. That means they’ll have [...]
When exactly, and under what conditions, must an expat in Switzerland file a tax return? For most foreigners, taxes are deducted directly from their salary as withholding tax . But does this mean they don’t have to file a tax return? Many people are aware that expats must submit a tax return if their annual [...]
Many business owners ask themselves: Should I use my private car for business purposes, or should I invest in a company-owned vehicle? What is the most tax-efficient option? First Things First: The use of a vehicle must fundamentally make sense. For example, a kiosk owner with just one retail location will struggle to justify the [...]
For every employee working (partially) from home, the question arises at the latest with the arrival of the tax declaration: Are certain home office expenses deductible from taxable income, or better yet, should they be reimbursed by the employer? That’s correct—this is a simple way to optimize taxes. Read on to learn how it works. [...]
The beginning of every year is associated with delight, hopes for the future, and also with preparing the tax return where real estate must be reflected. This question is especially relevant to Switzerland, where not only domestically owned real estate but also those abroad must be taken into account when submitting tax returns. There are [...]
A car is considered an asset in Switzerland and consequently must be declared as a movable asset in the tax return. Although a car is taxed at much lower rates compared to income tax, its correct reporting can become a Herculean task for the average person. One of the main reasons for this is the [...]
