Publications

Transfer of residence to France or Switzerland: opportunities and tax risks


BSL Banking in Switzerland and Luxembourg – December 2021
Jean-Luc Bochatay and Alain Moreau

In the context of a transfer of residence, Switzerland and France are often in competition with each other by prospective expatriates as both countries have strengths and weaknesses from a tax standpoint.

Several motives may be behind an expatriation project. :We shall here distinguish whether it is a professional transfer – having as main consequence taxation on earnings – or, on the contrary, a new life plan that may primarily impact on the taxation of assets as a whole.

fcordey

Recent Posts

The criminal liability chain and the punishability of the company

The increase in proceedings for organisational failings calls for greater vigilance in the implementation of…

2 weeks ago

New ANRA: A barrier to cross-border mergers and acquisitions?

The Federal Council has opened a consultation on a preliminary draft revision of the Act…

3 weeks ago

French case law updates on trusts and foundations for the year 2026

Since the start of 2026, there have been three notable judgments concerning the tax treatment…

4 weeks ago

The criminal liability chain and money laundering by omission

The tightening of anti-money laundering requirements is leading financial intermediaries to treat a lack of…

1 month ago

Swiss stablecoin: Switzerland is playing its trump card in the race for regulation

Switzerland faces a dual challenge: maintaining its competitiveness and appeal whilst ensuring investor protection and…

2 months ago