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Withholding tax, tax returns, refunds and allowances: what changes for cross-border workers in Switzerland.

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• Cross-border workers: Distance from the border redefines taxes

  The new 2023 Italy-Switzerland tax agreement introduces the 20 km rule, reclassifying 72 Italian municipalities. However, 'older' cross-border workers find themselves in a grey area, losing tax advantages.

• Border Municipalities: The Distance That Changes the Taxation of Cross-Border Workers

  The new Italy-Switzerland tax agreement redefines border municipalities within 20 km. For 72 locations, including Misinto, the rules change, but not for 'old' cross-border workers.

• Individual taxation in Switzerland: impact on employment

  The individual taxation reform in Switzerland could create up to 20,000 new jobs, with a significant impact on women.

• Sanremo 2026: Impacts for Cross-Border Workers in Ticino

  The third evening of Sanremo 2026, blending music with reflections on cross-border economy.

• Municipal Elections in Ticino: What Changes

  Analysis of the municipal elections in Ticino and their impact on cross-border workers: new opportunities and economic challenges.

• Border Municipalities: The Distance That Matters

  New criteria for border municipalities: how 20 km can change everything for cross-border workers.

• Sanremo 2026: Aiello and Leo Gassmann enchant with their cover

  Sanremo 2026 highlights the talent of Aiello and Leo Gassmann with a cover that bridges generations and styles. Learn more.

• Individual taxation: More jobs for women in Ticino?

  The tax reform on individual taxation could create thousands of new jobs for women in Switzerland and Ticino.

• Frozen tax returns: clash between Ticino and Bern

  Gobbi threatens to block tax returns: tensions rise between Ticino and Bern over the unpaid health tax for cross-border workers.

• Magliaso lifts advisory on sparing water use

  Announcement from the Municipality: the pipeline has been repaired. The request to limit potable water use is no longer necessary.

• Tax Calculation for Cross-Border Workers Within 20 km of the Border

  A practical guide to calculating taxes for cross-border workers within 20 km of the Italy-Switzerland border, with examples and clarifications on the tax system.

• Construction on the A9: Disruptions for Cross-Border Workers

  The never-ending construction on the A9 between Switzerland and Italy is back. Traffic jams are expected until Ascension Day.

• 2026 Tax Declaration: Everything You Need to Know

  In Ticino, the forms for the 2025 tax declaration have been sent out. Learn how to complete them online and the deadlines to meet.

• Ticino: Gobbi Threatens Blockade of Tax Equalization Payments

  Ticino's Council of State, through Norman Gobbi, thunders against Bern: ready to freeze equalization payments to Italy over the lack of compensation for the cross-border commuters' health tax.

• Frozen Tax Transfers: Gobbi Takes on Bern

  Norman Gobbi threatens to block tax transfers to Italy. Here's what it means for cross-border workers and border municipalities.

• Ticino ready to freeze tax returns

  Tensions between Ticino and Bern over tax returns: Gobbi threatens a freeze to defend cross-border workers and relations with Italy.

• Tax Refunds for Cross-Border Workers: How They Work

  Discover the mechanism of tax refunds in Ticino: who pays them, how they are calculated, and what the future holds.

• Swiss bank account for cross-border workers: fees and documents

  How to compare accounts, cards, CHF/EUR exchange and variable requirements for people working in Ticino and living in Italy, with official sources.

• US Tariffs: What's at Risk for Ticino's Exports?

  The new 15% global tariffs sought by Trump have come into effect. We analyze the potential impact on the canton's pharmaceutical and precision mechanics sectors.

• Cross-Border Worker Tax Return: 730 Guide for Ticino

  Form 730/2026 and Redditi PF: where to report your Swiss salary, how to calculate the tax credit, and what documents are needed. The complete guide for cross-border workers in Ticino.

• Frontalier's car cost: the real expense in 2026

  Over CHF 8,500 per year: between petrol at CHF 2.10/litre, vignette, wear and tear, and parking in Lugano, here is the real cost of a car for a cross-border worker.

• Double Taxation: How the Tax Credit Works

  The definitive guide for 'new cross-border workers' in Ticino. How to avoid paying taxes twice on your Swiss income thanks to the tax credit in the Italian Modello 730. Practical example with a salary of CHF 65,000.

• IRPEF Surtax: The Tax Map of Border Municipalities

  Where is it best to live? A comparison of 2026 rates in Como, Varese, and Verbano. The impact on a cross-border worker's net salary can exceed 400 CHF per year.

• IRPEF Surcharge: Where to Live to Pay Less Tax

  The map of 2026 IRPEF surcharges in border municipalities. Differences up to €500 per year on your net salary. Here's where it's best to reside.