Tax policy

Here you will find information on legislative projects concerning direct federal tax, value added tax, stamp duty, tax harmonisation, withholding tax and military service exemption tax. The expert opinions and reports on taxes are listed in chronological order.

As English is not one of Switzerland's official languages, only the most important information concerning the Administration is translated into English. This translation is provided for information purposes only and has no legal force. Please refer to the German, French or Italian original version.

News

Questions and answers about Swiss tax policy

• Where can I find out more about federal tax votes?

  For information on tax-related votes at federal level, see the votes on the website of the Federal Department of Finance FDF.

• Where can I find out more about consultations on tax issues at federal level?

  The current and completed consultations and hearings are listed on the website of the Federal Chancellery (the documents relating to the bills can also be found there): Consultations and hearings FDF (in German).
  

• Where can I find analyses on tax policy issues?

  The FTA regularly commissions external partners to prepare appraisals and reports (in German) on tax issues. FTA staff regularly write reports on tax issues; these do not necessary reflect the official views of the FTA, the Department or the Federal Council.

Contact

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Federal Tax Administration FTA
Tax Policy Department
Eigerstrasse 65
3003 Berne