Switzerland Visa Rule Changes

Every recorded change to a visa fee, income bar or stay limit in Switzerland, newest first, each with its date and a link to its source.

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January 2026

Federal minimum taxable base (direct federal tax): CHF 434,700 a year to CHF 435,000 a year
Jan. 1, 2026Switzerland Lump-Sum Taxation Residency federal taxable base direct

January 2025

Federal minimum taxable base (direct federal tax): CHF 429,100 a year to CHF 434,700 a year
Jan. 1, 2025Switzerland Lump-Sum Taxation Residency federal taxable base direct

January 2024

Federal minimum taxable base (direct federal tax): CHF 400,000 a year to CHF 429,100 a year
Jan. 1, 2024Switzerland Lump-Sum Taxation Residency federal taxable base direct