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Find out how your tax works
Overview
Tax at source, a tax return, or both.
The question you never knew to ask“Am I on tax at source, and should I file a return anyway?”
Why it matters
Which applies depends on your permit, income and canton.
Does this apply to me?
Your circumstances: Canton Bern, B permit, mixed nationalities, family with children, moving with a partner, arriving soon
It applies to every household moving to Switzerland.
When?
After your first calendar year. Date not verified.
What do I need?
- Salary statements
- Any foreign income or assets
What do I do next?
- Read the federal page on tax at source.
- Check your canton's tax office for what applies to you, including whether your income means you must file a tax return.
- If you are taxed at source, ask whether filing a tax return applies to you or could be worth requesting.
- Note your date in your plan.
Official guidance
Read official guidance from the Swiss authorities' joint information site (federal, cantonal and communal):
ch.ch: tax at sourceRead official guidance from the Swiss authorities' joint information site (federal, cantonal and communal):
ch.ch: completing your tax returnRead official guidance from the Federal Tax Administration (FTA):
ESTV (Federal Tax Administration): tax at source (German)
Useful resources
Our guide: Tax and pillar 3a