The basics: The Swiss tax system
Switzerland has a federal tax system structured along three levels:
The overall tax burden varies depending on place of residence, income, and wealth. This is why a targeted approach is sensible to benefit from tax advantages.
Withholding tax is deducted directly from one’s salary and replaces the regular tax declaration. If you would like to claim additional deductions, you may request a correction of your withholding tax.
Persons who are subject to withholding tax (no C permit) generally do not need to file a tax declaration. However, they may request a withholding tax adjustment. This is particularly advisable in the event of high work-related expenses, pillar 3a contributions, alimony payments, or excess housing costs. An adjustment must be requested with the responsible tax office no later than March 31 of the following year.
Check whether you are subject to withholding tax or regular tax
Request potential adjustment of withholding tax
Gather proof of income, bank statements, and insurance policies
Check possible deductions and ways of optimization (pillar 3a, costs of commuting, insurances)
Mind the different deadlines per canton (mostly end-March)
Request deadline extension if needed
Benefit from tax advantages through targeted deductions
Request a refund of anticipatory tax if possible
Every year brings with it a new tax report – as well as the associated paperwork, uncertainties, and time requirement. To minimize the effort, you may use the tax declaration service of smzh: Our experts fill out your tax report professionally, optimize your deductions, and ensure on-time filing. Personal advice is included, and it can all happen easily online.
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Tax reports must be filed by March 31 in most cantons, and doing so provides an opportunity to reduce one’s tax burden through targeted deductions. Whoever wants to save time and avoid any hassle can rely on the comprehensive tax declaration service of smzh. Our experts fill out your tax report professionally, optimize your deductions, and ensure on-time filing. Personal advice is included – simply upload your documents online and leave the rest to smzh.
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We handle questions about taxes & tax reports on a daily basis. These are the most frequently asked ones:
No, you don’t. But you may request an adjustment of your withholding tax if you have deductions that should be considered.
The effective tax burden depends on canton of residence, income, wealth, and individual deductions.
Yes, you can do so through targeted deductions for pillar 3a contributions, insurance premiums, costs related to commuting and working from home.
The deadline usually is end of March, but it can be extended.
You risk reminder fees or a tax assessment by the authorities, which is usually not favorable.