Lump-sum taxation residence for non-EU wealthy (important public/fiscal interest) (Aufenthalt wegen wichtiger öffentlicher (fiskalischer) Interessen, Art. 30 Abs. 1 lit. b AIG / Pauschalbesteuerung)

Lump-sum taxation residence for non-EU wealthy (important public/fiscal interest) is a residence route in Switzerland (Statut fiscal spécial). Cantonal approval + SEM consent; no gainful work in CH; tax ruling on expenditure basis. Cantonal practice for non-EU: guaranteed annual tax typically ≥CHF 400k, some cantons up to ~CHF 1m (low confidence). Not available in ZH, SH, AR, BL, BS. Gov fees ~CHF 600 (family of 3).

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Requirements at a glance

Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 10 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.

How holders are taxed

Taxed on living expenses (≥7× rent, federal base ≥ ~CHF 435k), not on worldwide income; foreign income/assets not declared

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

CatégorieStatut fiscal spécial
Investissement—
Frais (famille)CHF 600
Revenu / an—
Avoirs—
Séjour min.—
Résidence perm.10
Citoyenneté10
Travailno
Éligiblesall (non-EU/EFTA; also applies in principle to EU who choose lump-sum)
ImpôtsTaxed on living expenses (≥7× rent, federal base ≥ ~CHF 435k), not on worldwide income; foreign income/assets not declared
État au2026-10
Page officielle
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