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Residence based on cantonal lump-sum taxation / no gainful activity

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Lump sum replaces all Swiss cantonal and federal taxes on global income — only lump sum applies Not available in Geneva, Zurich, Basel-Stadt, Appenzell, Schaffhausen. Use Vaud, Valais, Ticino.

Investment
Varies by canton: typically CHF 400k–1m+ agreed annual …
Processing
4 months
Min stay
183 days/year
Tax rate
Lump sum replaces all Swiss cantonal and federal taxes …%

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Key Details

Leads to PRNo
Dual citizenship
Remote work
Healthcare included
Crypto accepted
Same-sex recognised
RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

Cantonal lump-sum taxation requires genuine Swiss residence and no gainful activity in Switzerland

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Highlights

  • Lump sum replaces all taxes
  • No gainful activity required
  • Investment of $1,000,000 needed
  • Varies by canton

What could change

Changes in local tax policies could affect the availability of this option.

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Tax Notes

This regime replaces all Swiss cantonal and federal taxes with a lump sum, typically based on living expenses. It is not available in major cities.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: medium

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