Author: Switzerland Handbook Editorial Team

Swiss Pillar 3a investment comparisons between Finpension, VIAC, and Frankly explain fees, equity limits, and retirement tax advantages.

Swiss pension rules set the 2026 Pillar 3a contribution limits at CHF 7,258 for employees and CHF 36,288 for self-employed workers.

The Serafe fee details the mandatory CHF 335 annual Swiss media tax, billing cycles, exemptions, and payment methods for households.

Swiss wealth tax rules explain how global assets, foreign property, and digital holdings are assessed for expatriates living in Switzerland.

Swiss salary deductions explain mandatory contributions for AHV, ALV, NBU, and pensions, helping workers understand gross and net pay differences.

Digital Swiss banking comparison evaluates Neon, Yuh, and Zak to help you choose a modern, low-cost account for managing your funds.

Traditional Swiss banking options, including UBS, ZKB, PostFinance, and neobanks, help newcomers open accounts, manage fees, and handle permits.

Leaving Switzerland explains municipal deregistration, final tax settlements, pension payouts, and bank account closures for departing residents.

Foreign residents in Switzerland face strict credit and mortgage requirements based on residency permits, debt register extracts, and ZEK history.

Cross border commuter tax rules explain G Permit tax obligations, bilateral treaties, pension deductions, and currency exchange risks for employees.