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

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• Switzerland Withholding Tax 2026: All Border Cantons Compared

  Swiss withholding tax 2026: rates, tariffs and NOV threshold for Ticino, Graubünden, Valais, Bern and Zurich. Comparison hub for cross-border workers with B/G permits.

• Health tax for cross-border workers: repeal rejected, but cuts are coming

  The Lombardy Region has rejected the Pd's motion to abolish the health tax for cross-border workers, but is aiming for deductions and minimum rates.

• Ticino: healthcare reform needed, not tax hikes

  Two popular initiatives on health insurance funds cost CHF 25.8 million annually. Ticino’s economy rejects new levies: temporary substance tax, land taxes, and hospitalisation fees

• Varese 2026: Swiss-Italy Congress on Taxation and Cross-Border Work

  Taxation, cryptocurrencies, and real estate: the Swiss-Italy Congress in Varese examines the latest developments for cross-border workers and businesses, with 1.7 million tourist arrivals recorded in 2025.

• Glarus bans cars on Sundays: will Ticino give it a try?

  The Canton of Glarus reintroduces car-free Sundays to reduce tourist overcrowding. In Ticino, discussions are underway on whether to implement similar measures: Val Verzasca, Bellinzona, and Lugano are weighing the pros and cons.

• Cross-border workers' health tax: Lombardy under fire, Ticino threatens reimbursement cuts

  Lombardy is pushing ahead with the health tax for cross-border workers (3%-6% of income, minimum €30, maximum €200/month). Ticino and Piedmont consider it a breach of existing agreements. CGIL: >'Risk of a major earthquake over reimbursement cuts'.

• Cross-border workers and health tax: clash in regional council

  Councillor Sertori's hearing is cancelled. The Democratic Party presents a motion to block the tax and protect the rebates of border municipalities.

• Abolition of Property Value Tax from 2029

  As of January 1, 2029, the property value tax will be abolished for private residences, as decided by the Federal Council.

• Switzerland-Italy Congress in Varese: tax updates for Ticino cross-border workers

  On 16 April 2026 at Villa Andrea, experts and institutions will present the latest tax, pension and regulatory developments for those who live and work between Italy and Switzerland.

• Como, Rapinese: asphalt prices rise by 40% due to the war

  The mayor of Como, Alessandro Rapinese, faces a tough decision regarding the use of the 5 million euro plan for road resurfacing, as costs have surged by 40% due to the conflict in Iran.

• The Low VAT in Switzerland: A Misleading Image

  Despite the rate of 8.1%, experts warn: the Swiss tax system is complex and should not be oversimplified.

• The Transit Tax Could Work Like the Pedemontana: Who, What, Where, When, Why

  The transit tax could be introduced in Switzerland to discourage traffic that crosses the country without bringing direct economic benefits. National Councillor UDC Paolo Pamini has proposed an automatic electronic taxation system, similar to that used by the Pedemontana between Como and Malpensa.

• Frontier workers, Gadda: immediate Italy-Switzerland meeting

  Honorable Maria Chiara Gadda requests an immediate inter-ministerial meeting on frontier workers to address tax, healthcare tax, and reimbursement issues.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Porto Ceresio renews its lakeside promenade

  Work has begun on the renovation of the pavement and walkway in Porto Ceresio, a strategic project for residents and cross-border workers.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.