FTA media release on investing in the future: tax proposals as an overall concept to secure the attractiveness of a location

On 21 December 2021, the FTA announced that Switzerland must make great efforts to maintain its attractiveness as a business location.

FTA updates withholding tax rates 2022

In December 2021, the Federal Tax Administration (FTA) published various updates to the 2022 withholding tax rates and the corresponding rate files.

Federal decree on the additional financing of the AHV through an increase in value-added tax

On 17 December 2021, the Federal Assembly adopted the federal decree on the additional financing of the AHV through an increase in value added tax.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (CW 51-52 - 2021)

Overview of the tax law decisions of the Swiss Federal Administrative Court published between 20 - 31 December 2021.

Decisions of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court (CW 51-52 - 2021)

Overview of the tax law decisions of the Swiss Federal Supreme Court published between 20 - 31 December 2021.

FTA publishes legislative and ordinance amendments 2023-2025

The FTA has published the list of pending legislative and ordinance amendments for direct federal tax, VAT, withholding tax and stamp duties 2023-2025.

Dossier on tax information "Personal income tax" updated

On May 12, 2023, the "Individual Income Tax" dossier was updated from the Tax Information dossier of the Federal Tax Administration (FTA).

Memorandum of Understanding on Arbitration Proceedings under Art. 25 (5) of the DTA with Belgium

On July 13, 2023, Switzerland and the United Kingdom concluded a mutual agreement on the conduct of arbitration proceedings pursuant to Art. 25 (5) of the DTA Switzerland-Belgium.

OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework Publishes New Multilateral Agreement to Address the Tax Challenges of Globalization and Digitalization

The OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework published a new multilateral agreement to address the fiscal challenges of globalization and digitization on October 11, 2023.

Tax Jobs

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Caminada Treuhand AG Zurich – Senior Client Advisor, Tax Consulting (m/f/d) 80–100%

Since 1946, from our office in Zurich’s Seefeld district, we have been assisting small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and private clients with all their fiduciary needs. Today, we are a team of approximately 40 professionals with in-depth expertise in finance and accounting, tax consulting, auditing, and management consulting. We focus on high-value-added engagements rather than mass processing, and we prioritize the highest standards of tax compliance.

To strengthen our tax team, we are looking for an experienced professional who wishes to deepen their expertise and take on responsibility in quality assurance as a Senior Client Advisor, Tax Consulting (f/m/d) 80–100%.

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Baryon AG – Tax Consultant (80-100%)

As an independent, experienced, and strategically minded company based in Zurich, Baryon AG focuses on three areas of business: asset management, tax consulting, and corporate and legal consulting. Close cooperation between the various divisions and the Baryon network of selected specialists from Switzerland and abroad ensure that private and institutional clients receive first-class, tailor-made solutions.

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Walder Wyss AG – Tax expert (80-100%)

We are looking for a tax expert for our location in Basel to start immediately or at the earliest possible date.

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Seminars & Events

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Projectos Seminar – Withholding Tax: Risks and Developments in the SME Sector | June 18, 2026

Withholding tax poses a major challenge for SMEs in Switzerland, particularly with regard to accurate calculation and refunds, as well as compliance with current Federal Supreme Court rulings and regulatory practices. The goal is to provide participants with concrete recommendations for their daily advisory work and implementation.

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Projectos Seminar – The Latest in Retirement Planning and Taxes | June 18, 2026

Thorough pension planning takes into account not only the insured person’s individual needs but also the current tax framework and tax implications. The aim of this seminar is to provide practitioners with an overview of the most important topics related to occupational pension plans from a tax perspective. Using concrete case studies, participants will have the opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions of typical questions and issues.

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EXPERTsuisse – Corporate Tax Law Forum | Starting September 8, 2026

  • Corporate Tax Law Forum – Part 1: “Corporate Taxation in Transition – Case Law, Practice, and Tax Policy” | September 8, 2026
  • Corporate Tax Law Forum – Part 2: “International Developments in Corporate Tax Law and Their Implications for Companies in Switzerland” (Morning Session) | September 9, 2026
  • Corporate Tax Law Forum – Part 3: “Back Tax Proceedings and Financing Issues – New Developments in Practice” (Morning Session) | September 15, 2026
  • Corporate Tax Law Forum – Part 4: “Focus on Developments in Minimum Taxation and Real Estate Tax Law” (Morning Session) | September 17, 2026

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ISIS) – Current Tax Issues in Real Estate | June 18, 2026

The primary goal of this one-day seminar is to provide participants, primarily through workshops, with an overview of the latest developments in legislation, administrative practice, and case law regarding selected real estate tax issues.

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SwissAccounting – Our courses in 2026

Our continuing education courses cover the latest and most important topics and are taught by top lecturers in a practical manner. Most of our courses are hybrid, which means that you can decide on each day of the course whether you want to attend in person or online via Zoom. This makes it easy to combine our continuing education courses with your everyday working life.

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fisca - Continuing education in tax practice

fisca has been offering practical training in the field of tax law and related specialist areas such as pensions, accounting and law since 2013.

The central concern in knowledge transfer is consistent practical relevance, a high degree of topicality and the use of competent speakers from administration, teaching and consulting.

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