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

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• 5,200 Swiss Citizens Stranded in the Middle East

  The war in the Middle East has stranded 5,200 Swiss citizens. Swiss has organized a special flight for their repatriation.

• Swiss tourists stuck in the Middle East: 'Alone and without answers'

  Around 400 Swiss tourists remain stranded in the Middle East without official communications.

• Canton Graubünden: It Is Impossible to Systematically Request Criminal Records for EU Citizens

  Canton Graubünden clarifies that it is not possible to systematically request criminal records for EU citizens, raising security concerns.

• Tax Returns Becoming Increasingly Digital in Ticino by 2026

  Starting in 2026, over 100,000 Ticino residents will file their tax returns entirely online, with new digital features for installments and automatic checks.

• Locarno-Cadenazzo railway maintenance works, replacement buses in March 2026

  From 6 to 9 and 20 to 23 March 2026, replacement buses will substitute trains between Locarno and Cadenazzo. Longer travel times and changes to timetables for cross-border commuters.

• Cross-border workers: the fiscal border worth €150,000

  The story of Misinto reveals fiscal disparities for Ticino's cross-border workers. A few kilometers can mean tens of thousands of euros in taxes and refunds.

• Individual taxation: thousands more women in the Ticino labor market?

  The Canton of Ticino is examining the impact of a potential individual taxation system for married couples, with estimates suggesting 12,000-20,000 new full-time jobs at the federal level, predominantly filled by women.

• Renovation Works on the A13 Cadenazzo–S. Antonino in 2026

  From March 2 to June 26, 2026, renovation works will take place on the A13 between Cadenazzo and S. Antonino to improve safety and traffic flow, with impacts on local traffic.

• 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.

• The House of Hockey: What's New in Ticino

  The new hockey season in Ticino brings excitement, changes, and opportunities for the region and cross-border workers.

• 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.