This page reviews the Aircraft mechanic, military airfield Alpnach opportunity at Swiss Armed Forces (VTG) in Bern (administration sector), with a focus on the tax implications for cross-border workers in the Canton of Berna.
Accepting this offer from Swiss Armed Forces (VTG) means obtaining a cross-border G Permit. The Canton of Berna withholds tax on gross salary; new cross-border workers since 2024 fall under the New Tax Agreement with concurrent taxation.
Swiss social contributions include AVS (5.3%), unemployment insurance (1.1%) and LPP (occupational pension). Use our free tax simulator to estimate the net salary for Aircraft mechanic, military airfield Alpnach in administration and compare the cost of living between Switzerland and Italy.
Frequently asked questions
What net pay can you expect for the Aircraft mechanic, military airfield Alpnach role (administration) in Berna?
The Aircraft mechanic, military airfield Alpnach role (administration) in Bern is taxed at source by the Canton of Berna plus AVS/LPP contributions. Run the simulator with the real figures of Swiss Armed Forces (VTG).
LAMal or Italian insurance: which should you pick for the Aircraft mechanic, military airfield Alpnach (administration) role?
The Aircraft mechanic, military airfield Alpnach role in Bern requires choosing between LAMal (mandatory for new cross-border workers since 2024) and the right of option. Compare premiums with our LAMal comparator.
