How much does professional tax advice cost in Switzerland?

Professional tax advice in Switzerland typically costs individuals between CHF 200 and CHF 800 per tax return. Companies pay between CHF 1'500 and CHF 5'000 annually depending on complexity.

Tax advice costs vary significantly depending on the complexity of tax circumstances, scope of services, and provider. Here's a detailed overview:

Costs for individuals:

Simple tax return:

• Employees without special circumstances: CHF 200-400
• Retirees: CHF 250-450
• Simple self-employed: CHF 400-700
• Duration: 1-3 hours processing

Complex tax return:

• Property owners: CHF 350-600
• Multiple income sources: CHF 500-800
• International income: CHF 600-1'200
• Self-employed with business: CHF 800-1'500

Costs for companies:

Sole proprietorships and small GmbH:

• Annual statements + taxes: CHF 1'500-3'000
• Monthly support: CHF 200-500
• VAT returns: CHF 100-250 per quarter

Pricing structure at Findea.ch:

Individuals (fixed prices):

• Simple tax return: CHF 290
• With real estate: CHF 490
• Complex circumstances: CHF 690
• International income: CHF 890

Companies (annual packages):

• Sole proprietorship: From CHF 1'800/year
• Small GmbH: From CHF 2'400/year
• SME package: From CHF 3'600/year

Factors influencing price:

• Complexity: Number of income sources, real estate, international income
• Document completeness: Missing documents increase effort
• Timing: Rush orders often cost extra
• Region: Cities more expensive than rural areas

Cost-benefit analysis:

Potential tax savings often CHF 500-2'000 annually through:

• Optimized deductions and legal tax planning
• Avoiding errors and penalties
• Time savings of 5-20 hours
• Professional tax planning

What's included in the price?

At Findea.ch you receive:

• • Complete processing: From recording to submission
• • Tax optimization: Maximizing all deduction possibilities
• • Deadline management: Timely submission guaranteed
• • Query service: Handling tax authority inquiries
• • Digital platform: Easy document transmission

Money-saving tips:

• Prepare documents completely
• Commission early (no rush charges)
• Choose fixed prices for cost control
• Multi-year contracts often cheaper

Conclusion: Professional tax advice usually pays off from medium complexity onwards, as tax savings often exceed the costs.