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Tax Declarations (Individuals) in Bern

We prepare and optimize your tax return, whether you are an employee, self-employed, or a retiree. Our expertise covers all deductions allowed by the cantonal and federal tax authorities, in order to legally reduce your tax burden. Each declaration is reviewed by a specialist before submission.

Updated February 2026

41.2%
Maximum marginal rate
Filing deadline
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Main deductions

Filing a tax return in Switzerland is an annual obligation for every resident taxpayer. The Swiss tax system is complex: it combines a direct federal tax (IFD) with cantonal and communal taxes that vary considerably from one location to another. Each canton applies its own tax rates, deductions, and deadlines.

At MyTaxAdvisor, our certified tax experts handle your entire tax return. We methodically analyze your personal and professional situation to identify all deductions you are entitled to: pillar 3a contributions (up to CHF 7,258 in 2025), LPP buybacks, actual professional expenses, health insurance premiums, mortgage interest, continuing education costs, and many more.

Our process is fully digital: you submit your documents via our secure platform, our experts prepare your return while maximizing your deductions, and you approve it before submission. Each return is reviewed by a second expert to ensure accuracy and maximum optimization.

Whether you are an employee with a straightforward situation or self-employed with multiple income sources, we tailor our approach to your profile. Our fees are tax-deductible as private wealth administration expenses, which reduces the effective cost of our services.

Key deductions — Canton of Bern

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

What documents do I need to provide for my tax return?
The essential documents include: your salary certificate, bank statements as of , pillar 3a certificate, health insurance premiums, professional expense receipts, and if applicable, mortgage statements and invoices for property renovation work. Our platform guides you step by step so you don't forget anything.
What is the deadline for filing my tax return?
The deadline varies by canton: for Neuchâtel; for Vaud and Bern; for Geneva, Valais, Fribourg, and Jura. A free extension is generally available until upon simple request to the cantonal tax authority.
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.