If one brings a fortune into Switzerland of under 5 million CHF, it should mean that you do not pay wealth tax - at least in the canton of Zug - is that correct?
I would like to get a documented answer that is easy to understand, when I read what I find from the CH tax authorities for that canton, I get confused.
Here is what else I have found, but is it true?
The wealth tax in the Canton of Zug, Switzerland, has undergone significant changes effective from January 1, 2024, aimed at reducing the tax burden and making the canton more attractive for individuals and businesses. These changes include a 15% linear reduction in all wealth tax rates and a doubling of the existing wealth tax allowances. Specifically, for single individuals, the exemption allowance has been increased from CHF 100,000 to CHF 200,000. For married couples or registered partnerships, the exemption has been raised from CHF 200,000 to CHF 400,000, and for minor children, from CHF 50,000 to CHF 100,000
Further to the adjustments, the new tax law includes a partial adjustment of the income tax rate, an increase in deductions for childcare, and the indefinite retention of increased personal deductions initially introduced as an economic measure in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
These reforms are designed to ease the tax burden on Zug's population, strengthen the canton's attractiveness, and are part of a broader strategy to maintain Zug's position as one of the most tax-friendly cantons in Switzerland
Regarding your specific question about the exemption from wealth tax for fortunes under 5 million CHF, the detailed changes do not specify a complete exemption for such fortunes but rather indicate a more favorable tax environment through reduced tax rates and increased allowances. Therefore, while there may not be a blanket exemption for fortunes under 5 million CHF, the tax burden for individuals and couples with assets below this threshold would likely be significantly reduced, especially when considering the doubled allowances and reduced tax rates.
For more precise information or personal tax advice, considering the complexity of tax laws and individual circumstances, consulting with a tax professional or directly with the cantonal tax authorities in Zug would be advisable.
I would like to get a documented answer that is easy to understand, when I read what I find from the CH tax authorities for that canton, I get confused.
Here is what else I have found, but is it true?
The wealth tax in the Canton of Zug, Switzerland, has undergone significant changes effective from January 1, 2024, aimed at reducing the tax burden and making the canton more attractive for individuals and businesses. These changes include a 15% linear reduction in all wealth tax rates and a doubling of the existing wealth tax allowances. Specifically, for single individuals, the exemption allowance has been increased from CHF 100,000 to CHF 200,000. For married couples or registered partnerships, the exemption has been raised from CHF 200,000 to CHF 400,000, and for minor children, from CHF 50,000 to CHF 100,000
Further to the adjustments, the new tax law includes a partial adjustment of the income tax rate, an increase in deductions for childcare, and the indefinite retention of increased personal deductions initially introduced as an economic measure in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
These reforms are designed to ease the tax burden on Zug's population, strengthen the canton's attractiveness, and are part of a broader strategy to maintain Zug's position as one of the most tax-friendly cantons in Switzerland
Regarding your specific question about the exemption from wealth tax for fortunes under 5 million CHF, the detailed changes do not specify a complete exemption for such fortunes but rather indicate a more favorable tax environment through reduced tax rates and increased allowances. Therefore, while there may not be a blanket exemption for fortunes under 5 million CHF, the tax burden for individuals and couples with assets below this threshold would likely be significantly reduced, especially when considering the doubled allowances and reduced tax rates.
For more precise information or personal tax advice, considering the complexity of tax laws and individual circumstances, consulting with a tax professional or directly with the cantonal tax authorities in Zug would be advisable.
- and this was a busy day 
). Also, it is livelier in Ticino and Italy 
