Reliable tax return preparation in Switzerland

We prepare tax returns for individuals and businesses in Switzerland with care and on time. We assume full responsibility for filing the tax return as well as for reviewing the tax assessment and the decisions of the tax authorities. Upon request, we represent you before the Swiss tax authorities and handle all communication on your behalf.

We prepare your annual tax return for income and wealth tax and advise you on making optimal use of possible deductions, such as professional expenses, continuing education costs, children in education, contributions to pillar 3a, pension fund buy-ins, and medical and accident-related expenses. We also provide expert support if you have income or assets abroad.

When selling real estate, we prepare the tax return for real estate capital gains tax. We also advise you on inheritance and gift tax matters in Switzerland and abroad. In most Swiss cantons, direct descendants are exempt from inheritance and gift tax.

Withdrawals from Pillar 3a or from a pension fund are subject to separate taxation, the rate of which varies by canton. We can advise you on the taxation of severance payments when you cease gainful employment, particularly after age 55.

We provide comprehensive advice on withholding tax matters, including subsequent ordinary taxation and special cases involving international tax issues. We also assist you in reclaiming Swiss withholding tax on interest and investment income.

For businesses, we prepare tax returns for legal entities such as limited liability companies (GmbH), corporations, and cooperatives. These entities are subject to income and capital taxes. Upon request, we also handle value-added tax (VAT) returns.

Further information on corporate taxation can be found at www.meili-consulting.ch.