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Phishing attempt posing as the FTA

Updated on 21 May 2026

A fraudulent message is currently circulating which purports to be from the Federal Tax Administration (FTA) and announces an alleged tax refund of CHF 287. This email is a phishing attempt designed to trick you into entering your bank details on a fake government website.Please ignore these emails, do not click on any links they contain, do not disclose any personal information, and delete these emails.

The Swiss Tax System (Publication)

This brochure is suited primarily for foreign nationals interested in learning about the Swiss tax system. It gives an easy-to-understand overview of the taxes levied by the Confederation, cantons and communes. 

Order publication

Order the publication "The Swiss Tax System" here.

Title:
The Swiss Tax System

Description:
This brochure is suited primarily for foreign nationals interested in learning about the Swiss tax system. It gives an easy-to-understand overview of the taxes levied by the Confederation, cantons and communes.

Language: EN
other languages: DE, FR, IT

Prices:

Please note advance payment:
The ordered brochures will be shipped after receipt of payment.

You will receive the invoice via e-mail.

Folder FDF

The Swiss Tax information

Contact

If you have any questions, please contact us using the contact form (German).

Federal Tax Administration FTA
Main Division for Tax Policy
Team Tax Documentation
Eigerstrasse 65
3003 Berne