Tax and accounting resources – Geneva & French-speaking Switzerland
Based in Geneva and active throughout French-speaking Switzerland, our teams also support clients in Switzerland and internationally. Below you will find a selection of practical documents and articles adapted to the Geneva, Romandy and federal regulatory context. These resources are provided for your convenience and do not constitute personalized advice. For a targeted analysis of your situation, contact our team.
Downloadable documents
2025 Salary Certificate Preparation Guide – FTA
Official 2025 guide from the Federal Tax Administration for preparing salary certificates. Essential for payroll management and tax compliance for Swiss companies.
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General instructions for the 2024 tax return – Canton of Vaud
Official Vaud guide with VaudTax instructions, eTax statement, authorized deductions and electronic filing procedures for 2024.
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Summary of main Vaud deductions 2024
Official summary of Vaud tax deductions: professional expenses, mortgage interest, family deductions and 2024 coefficients.
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VAT Ordinance changes 2025 – FTA
Official FTA document detailing VAT changes 2025: new rates, electronic filing obligations and administrative simplifications.
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2025 Instructions for federal direct tax – FTA
Official FTA instructions for the 2025 federal direct tax return: income, deductions, scales and calculation procedures.
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New taxpayer guide – FTA
FTA guide for new taxpayers: newcomers, federal tax obligations, assessment procedures and taxpayer rights in Switzerland.
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Expert articles
Cross-border telework 2025: payroll duties in Geneva
Update on payroll and tax obligations for cross-border employees working from home in 2025, plus immediate actions for Geneva payroll leads.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Geneva tax reform 2025: what are the impacts for taxpayers and SMEs?
Concrete analysis of the 2025 tax reform in Geneva: lower rates, new rules for instalments, real estate taxation, and first practical tips to optimise your position in 2025–2026.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Optimizing your taxes in Geneva in 2025: measures and advice for SMEs and self-employed
What are the major tax changes in Geneva for 2025? How to optimize your situation and anticipate the 2026 tax return? A detailed overview for SMEs, self-employed and entrepreneurs, with practical advice and key trends.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Corporate tax in Geneva: Strategic optimizations in the face of declining revenues and 2026 updates
A practical overview of tax optimization strategies for companies and freelancers in Geneva in light of downwardly revised tax forecasts, the 2025 VAT changes, and year-end challenges. Special Q4 preparation and 2026 anticipation.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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How to anticipate the 2026 tax reforms for your company in Geneva?
Practical and up-to-date memo for executives and financial managers: critical points, pitfalls to avoid, and levers for optimized taxation in Geneva for 2025–2026.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Payroll and employers in Geneva: what's new for 2025 (cross-border workers, remote work, taxation, new thresholds and practical rules)
Summary of 2025 changes for payroll management in Geneva and French-speaking Switzerland: new AVS-LPP thresholds, family allowances, updates on electric vehicle reimbursement, cross-border remote work, up-to-date tax and social security obligations per the latest recommendations. This practical guide helps employers and the self-employed ensure compliance and anticipate administrative and financial impacts for Q4 2025 and 2026.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Corporate tax optimisation in Geneva: anticipating the 2025 reforms and preparing for 2026
Concrete analysis of tax optimisation strategies for SMEs in Geneva in the context of the 2025 tax reforms: updated rates, VAT planning, managing dividends and deductions, asset valuation. Practical advice for directors, CFOs, self-employed, and accountants for Q4 2025 and early 2026.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Anticipating VAT in Geneva at the End of 2025: How to Prepare for 2026?
Practical guide for SMEs and freelancers in Geneva: anticipate adjustments to declarations, accounting, and VAT audits with regulatory and digital developments at the end of 2025 and the start of 2026.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Practical impacts of the 2025 VAT reform for SMEs in Geneva: compliance, pitfalls, and opportunities
Concrete analysis of the new 2025 VAT obligations for SMEs in Geneva (tools update, payroll/accounting training), compliance checklist, Geneva-specific points of caution, and tax optimization opportunities to seize as of the second half of 2025. Action-oriented article accessible to managers and administrative officers.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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VAT reform 2025: what changes for SMEs in Geneva and how to adapt
A practical guide on the 2025 VAT reform for SME managers in Geneva: new obligations, practical measures to implement from autumn 2025, pitfalls to avoid, and tips to optimize tax processes in anticipation of 2026.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Historic tax cut in Geneva in 2025: what you need to know
Detailed analysis of the 8.7% average tax reduction voted in Geneva, its impacts on taxpayers, and the new monthly payment methods.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Cryptocurrency Taxation in Switzerland: A Complete Guide for 2025
Everything you need to know about cryptocurrency taxation for individuals and businesses: FINMA classification, accounting, tax returns, and VAT obligations.
By Ark Fiduciaire
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Annual VAT settlement in Switzerland: key points for 2025
A summary of the main rules and points to note for the annual VAT settlement in 2025.
By Sébastien Gallié
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