The FTA has updated the tax policy motions and initiatives.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between June 29 and July 5, 2026.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between June 29 and July 5, 2026.

On July 2, 2026, the Federal Tax Administration (FTA) updated the article “Family Taxation” in the Tax Information section.

Overview of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court’s tax law decisions published between June 22 and 28, 2026.

Overview of the tax law decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between June 22 and 28, 2026.

The Federal Council intends to strengthen Switzerland’s security and defense and, to that end, temporarily increase the value-added tax. At its meeting on June 24, 2026, it adopted further resolutions on this matter. To minimize the burden on the population and the economy and to take the results of the public consultation into account, it is reducing the planned increase in the standard rate from 0.8 to 0.5 percentage points and is not adjusting the reduced rate for food and medicine.

On June 25, 2026, the Federal Tax Administration (FTA) updated the article “Taxes in Effect” in the Tax Information section.

At its meeting on June 24, 2026, the Federal Council adopted the message on the Protocol of Amendment to the Agreement between Switzerland and the European Union (EU) on the Automatic Exchange of Information on Financial Accounts to Promote Tax Compliance in International Matters. The agreement has been aligned with the revised OECD standard and also includes new provisions on administrative assistance in the collection of value-added tax claims.

On June 22, 2026, the FTA announced that, with regard to the turnover tax, it would eliminate the requirement to submit the official form (Form 9 / Form 9 FL) if no turnover tax is due for the reporting period.

Overview of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court’s tax law decisions published between June 15 and 21, 2026.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between June 15 and 21, 2026.

The Federal Council aims to reduce the administrative burden on companies in various sectors and thereby further strengthen Switzerland as a business location. At its meeting on June 19, 2026, it launched two public consultations on several tax simplifications.

On June 19, the Federal Council adopted the report in response to Postulate Walti 23.3752, “Remaining Attractive, Securing Finances: Switzerland Needs a Long-Term Tax and Location Strategy,” during its meeting.

On June 19, 2026, the Federal Council published the report in response to various postulates concerning the taxation of agriculture during its meeting.

On June 18, 2026, Switzerland and Italy began a dialogue to discuss certain tax issues.

The publication "Guide for Future Taxpayers" has been revised and provides an overview of the assessment of income and wealth taxes for natural persons. It is aimed specifically at young people.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between June 8 and 14, 2026.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between June 8 and 14, 2026.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between June 1 and June 7, 2026.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between June 1 and June 7, 2026.

The tax treatment of vehicles subject to the heavy vehicle tax will be amended. Directive 68 will be amended effective July 1, 2026.

The Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS) has updated the QuickZoll app. Travelers can now pay duties on purchases made abroad at either of the applicable VAT rates (8.1% or 2.6%).

The FTA has published “Tax Statistics 2025 – At a Glance.” The brochure presents figures on the various types of federal taxes, statistical analyses of individuals and legal entities, and information on the tax burden.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between May 25 and May 31, 2026.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between May 25 and May 31, 2026.

On May 26, 2026, the FTA updated its guidelines on the topics of “Grouping for the purposes of energy law self-consumption (ZEV),” “Plant protection products,” and “Active membership fees.”

On May 26, 2026, the FTA published Circular No. 11a, which replaces Circular No. 11 effective from the 2027 tax period.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between May 18 and 24, 2026.

Overview of tax law decisions by the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between May 18 and 24, 2026.