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How UCITS ETFs are taxed in Switzerland

A quick reference for Switzerland-resident investors holding UCITS ETFs — dividend and capital-gains tax, the reduced US withholding rate via tax treaties, allowances, and whether accumulating or distributing is more efficient.

Dividend tax
35%
Capital gains tax
0%
US withholding (treaty)
15%
Wealth tax
Yes
Tax-free allowance
None
Ireland tax treaty
Yes

Tax notes for Switzerland

35% withholding on Swiss dividends (refundable). No CGT. Wealth tax applies. Foreign ETFs taxed at marginal income tax rate on dividends.

Accumulating vs distributing: Very strong — no CGT means accumulating is highly efficient. Learn more →
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Related: UCITS withholding tax explained · UCITS vs US ETFs · All countries

Educational information only, not tax advice. Rates change and depend on your circumstances — verify with a qualified adviser.