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Switzerland Tax Information

8.1% MWST (standard)

MWST/TVA is 8.1% standard, 2.6% reduced, 3.8% accommodation. Registration above CHF 100,000.

Contractor Services to Invoice

  • Labor charges
  • Material costs
  • Equipment rental
  • Permit fees
  • Subcontractor work
  • Change orders
  • Warranty work

Invoice Requirements in Switzerland

UID/MWST number
Business address
Client details
Invoice number
Date
MWST breakdown
Total in CHF

Payment Terms

Progress billing at milestones. Retain 5-10% until final inspection.

Sofort10 Tage30 TageNetto

Payment Methods in Switzerland

Bank TransferPostFinanceTWINTCredit CardPayPal

Contractor Invoice Tips

  • Break down materials and labor
  • Reference permits
  • Document change orders
  • Include lien waiver language
  • Track progress payments

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to contractor invoices in Switzerland?

Switzerland has 8.1% MWST (standard). MWST/TVA is 8.1% standard, 2.6% reduced, 3.8% accommodation. Registration above CHF 100,000.

What payment methods are common for contractors in Switzerland?

Common payment methods in Switzerland include: Bank Transfer, PostFinance, TWINT, Credit Card, PayPal. Progress billing at milestones. Retain 5-10% until final inspection.

What should contractor invoices include in Switzerland?

Your invoice should include: UID/MWST number, Business address, Client details, Invoice number. For contractor services specifically, also include: Labor charges, Material costs, Equipment rental.

How should contractors bill for projects?

Progress invoicing at milestones. Break down labor, materials, and subcontractor costs.

How do contractors handle material markup?

15-25% markup is standard. State policy in contracts.

What are Swiss VAT rates?

8.1% standard, 2.6% for food/medicine, 3.8% for accommodation (as of 2024).