VAT-liability assessment
Individual evaluation of whether and from when your company is liable for Swiss VAT.
Fiscal representation in Switzerland – your reliable partner for VAT compliance
Operating across borders in Switzerland? We handle your complete VAT fiscal representation – from FTA registration to ongoing returns. Legally compliant, on time, transparent
Fiscal representation Zug · Switzerland · FTA
What we take care of for you
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FTA registration & enrolment
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Ongoing VAT returns
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VAT audits & special inspections
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Binding rulings from the FTA
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No hidden costs
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Personal point of contact
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satisfied clients in Switzerland
Swiss VAT experts
Cross-border sales – acting in compliance with the law
Would you like to sell goods or services in Switzerland? If so, you may be subject to Swiss value added tax (VAT). Companies based abroad but without a permanent establishment in Switzerland are legally required to appoint a tax representative based in Switzerland.
Triana Treuhand AG takes on the role of fiscal representative for you – reliably, competently and in compliance with the law.
Our services
What we cover for you as part of fiscal representation
As your fiscal representative with the FTA, we take on every tax obligation for your company in Switzerland – fully, on time and without administrative burden on your side.
FTA registration & enrolment
Complete VAT registration with the Swiss Federal Tax Administration.
VAT return preparation
Timely preparation and submission of your VAT statements – quarterly or annually.
Ongoing VAT advice
Advice on day-to-day transactions, cross-border services and special situations.
Deadline extensions & authority communication
Full handling of communication with the FTA including deadline extensions.
VAT audits & special inspections
Professional support during audits, appeals and binding rulings.
Optional add-on services
Registered domicile address in Switzerland, board-of-directors mandates and support with company formation.
Understanding tax liability
When do you need fiscal representation in Switzerland?
Foreign companies without a permanent establishment in Switzerland are required to appoint a fiscal representative as soon as they generate taxable revenue and exceed CHF 100,000 in worldwide annual turnover.
Work deliveries & assembly
You carry out construction, assembly or installation work in Switzerland – regardless of company size.
Stock held in Switzerland
You ship goods from a Swiss warehouse to Swiss customers or operate a consignment stock.
Digital services
Software, cloud services, apps or other digital products for Swiss private customers from CHF 100,000 worldwide annual turnover.
E-commerce & direct sales
Online sales to Swiss end customers or direct shipments from abroad into Switzerland.
Important
Tax liability starts with the very first taxable turnover in Switzerland. Each case must be assessed individually. We analyse your situation free of charge in the initial consultation.
Transparent pricing models
Choose your package
We offer tailor-made packages – depending on the complexity of your activities in Switzerland. None of the packages fits? We will create an individual offer for you.
Starter
Ideal for companies with a simple VAT profile
- Statutory fiscal representation
- FTA correspondence
- Submission of VAT registration
- Basic authority communication
Starter Plus
Recommended for companies actively operating in Switzerland
- Everything in Starter
- Preparation of VAT returns
- Plausibility checks of invoices
- Deadline extensions
- Turnover reconciliations
Advanced
For complex cases, audits and appeal procedures
- Everything in Starter Plus
- Appeal procedures
- Binding rulings
- Support during special inspections
- VAT audits
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Am I subject to VAT in Switzerland?
Many foreign companies don't know whether and from when they need a fiscal representative in Switzerland. Our quick check gives you a first assessment in 30 seconds.
This check does not replace legal advice. For a binding assessment, we recommend a free initial consultation.
VAT-liability quick check
- 1. Is your company based outside Switzerland?
- 2. Do you provide services in Switzerland or to Swiss customers?
- 3. Does your worldwide annual turnover exceed CHF 100,000?
Collaboration
How the collaboration works
From the first request to ongoing VAT returns – we make sure everything runs smoothly.
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Free & non-binding
Free initial consultation
In a free initial consultation we analyse your tax liability in Switzerland and clarify whether and to what extent fiscal representation is required. No effort on your side – we guide you step by step.
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Signing the contract & power of attorney
In the next step, we send you our fiscal representation contract and a power of attorney for signature. These documents form the legal basis for us to represent you before the Federal Tax Administration (FTA).
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VAT registration with the FTA
You receive a structured checklist of documents required for VAT registration. Once everything has been submitted, we handle the entire registration process with the FTA. We apply for your Swiss VAT number and are officially recorded as your fiscal representative.
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Setting up the ongoing cooperation
Together we define the details of the ongoing cooperation, including how documents are transmitted and who the contact persons are. We make sure you know exactly which documents we need and when, so that processing is efficient and on time.
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Ongoing declarations & authority communication
We take care of timely preparation and submission of VAT returns, review your documents and handle all communication with the FTA. We're also at your side for queries or audits.
Ready to get started?
VAT-compliant in Switzerland.
Without the hassle.
Start with a free initial consultation – in 15 minutes you'll know whether and how we can help you.
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FAQ
Questions about fiscal representation in Switzerland
Contact
Questions about our accounting service?
Arrange a free initial consultation with us. Together, we analyse your requirements, processes and goals and show you how your financial accounting can be organised digitally and efficiently for your company in Switzerland.
We take the time to understand your situation and develop a solution that fits your company, transparently and without obligation.
We take the time to understand your situation and develop a solution that fits your company, transparently and without obligation.
