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Living in Thoiry and working in Switzerland: Geneva (source tax) regime

Thoiry falls under the Geneva (source tax) regime: for a typical cross-border profile that means about CHF 3,597 of annual tax on Swiss income.

Updated:

Population
6,569
Distance to crossing
8 km
Meyrin / CERN
Average rent
€1,183
/month
Estimated annual tax
CHF 3,597
/year

How the taxation works

Thoiry is in canton Geneva, covered by the 1973 cross-border agreement: the Swiss employer withholds tax at source under barème A0. Geneva retrocedes 3.5% of the cross-border payroll mass to France, which grants a full tax credit — no double taxation.

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FAQ

Which tax regime applies in Thoiry?

Thoiry follows the Geneva (source tax) regime, determined by the nearest Swiss border canton, not by personal choice.

Do Geneva and the eight cantons tax the same way?

No. In Geneva the employer withholds Swiss tax at source (barème A0) and France grants a full credit. In the Vaud/Neuchâtel/Jura/Valais group, France taxes the full income via the annual return with a flat 10% allowance, while Switzerland receives a direct financial compensation from France.

How much does renting cost in Thoiry?

The estimated average monthly rent in Thoiry is about €1,183 (DGALN/DHUP "Carte des loyers" data, 50 m² reference).

Estimates for guidance only. Actual taxation depends on family situation, deductions and the tax return. Always check with a tax adviser.