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Tax return in Bern

The Canton of Bern, bilingual (German-French), has relatively high taxation for its German-speaking part, but competitive rates for the French-speaking Bernese Jura region. The maximum marginal rate reaches approximately 41% when combining all three levels of taxation. French-speaking taxpayers in the Bernese Jura benefit from the services of the Bern cantonal tax administration with access in French.

Updated February 2026

41.2%
Maximum marginal rate
Filing deadline
4
Main deductions

Main deductions in BE

Pillar 3a: up to CHF 7,258 for employees affiliated with a 2nd pillar pension fund (2025)

Commuting expenses: public transport pass or per-kilometer flat rate, capped at CHF 3,200 at the federal level (Bern applies a higher cantonal cap)

Meal expenses: CHF 3,200 per year if the taxpayer cannot return home for lunch

Maintenance payments (alimony): fully deductible for the payer and taxable for the recipient

Frequently asked questions

How does the tax return work for French speakers in the Canton of Bern?
French-speaking taxpayers in the Bernese Jura (districts of Courtelary, Moutier, and La Neuveville) file their tax return using the Canton of Bern's TaxMe Online software, available in French. The tax administration offers a French-language service for all tax procedures. Forms and guides are available in both official languages of the canton. The filing deadline is , with the possibility of an extension.
Is the Canton of Bern tax-advantageous?
The Canton of Bern ranks around the Swiss average in terms of tax burden. With a maximum marginal rate of approximately 41%, it is higher than cantons like Valais or Schwyz, but comparable to Vaud. The advantage of the Canton of Bern lies in its moderate cost of living and lower property prices compared to the Lake Geneva region. Certain rural municipalities in the Bernese Jura offer particularly attractive municipal coefficients.
What are the specifics of the wealth tax in Bern?
The Canton of Bern applies a wealth tax with a progressive scale. The taxation threshold starts at a relatively low net wealth amount. Taxable wealth includes all assets (real estate, bank accounts, securities, vehicles, redeemable life insurance) minus debts. The maximum wealth tax rate reaches approximately 4.55‰ at the cantonal level. Real estate is valued at its official value, often below the market value.

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