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Practical tips and guides for Swiss entrepreneurs and SMEs.
Absences and daily allowances on the payslip: the 2026 guide
Sickness, accident, maternity, service: salary maintenance or daily allowances? What is subject to social contributions and withholding tax in 2026 — with caps and a calculation memo.
EU ViDA: what's coming for Swiss businesses that invoice the EU
The ViDA package makes structured e-invoicing mandatory in the EU from 1 July 2030. What's coming for Swiss SMEs and freelancers who invoice EU clients, and how to prepare.
Retroactive pillar 3a contributions in 2026: the change every self-employed person should know
New from 2026: close pillar 3a contribution gaps retroactively. Ceilings, conditions, tax savings and a checklist for the self-employed (sole proprietors).
Becoming self-employed in 2026: getting your status recognised by the AHV fund
In Switzerland you don't declare yourself self-employed: the AHV compensation fund recognises the status. Criteria, dossier, 2026 contributions and a checklist for sole proprietors.
Swiss VAT 2027: what changes with the FTA portal and AGOV for SMEs
From 2027, several Swiss VAT procedures must go through the FTA online portal. AGOV timeline, VAT return pro, deregistration and SME checklist.
Swiss QR-bill: the 30 September 2026 deadline many didn't see coming
From 30 September 2026, Swiss banks may reject QR-bills with unstructured addresses. Check that your invoices use structured (type S) addresses before the deadline.
Swiss AHV 21 reform + 13th pension: what changes for employers in 2026
AHV 21 reform, reference age 65, 13th AHV pension from December 2026 and 2026 contribution rates: practical guide for Swiss SMEs.
Best Swiss QR-Bill Software for Sole Proprietors
Compare QR-bill tools for Swiss sole proprietors: free generators, spreadsheets, accounting suites and Bill Alps with free Starter, clients and PDF invoices.
Swiss VAT 2026: Rates, Registration and Returns
Swiss VAT guide for SMEs: 2026 rates 8.1%, 2.6% and 3.8%, registration threshold, return deadlines, FTA portal and compliant invoicing.
Swiss Withholding Tax 2026: Compare Rates by Canton
Compare 2026 Swiss withholding tax rates by canton, tariff A/B/C/H, children and salary. Interactive official-data chart for payroll and payslip checks.
Start a company and hire your first employee in Switzerland
Complete guide to starting a business in Switzerland and hiring your first employee: legal structure, commercial register, social insurance, payslips and more.
Swiss Social Security Contributions 2026: AHV, IV, EO, ALV
2026 payroll rates for Swiss employers: AHV/IV/EO, ALV, BVG, UVG, KTG, withholding tax and family allowances, with employer and employee splits.