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Tax Declarations (Individuals) in Neuchâtel

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

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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 Neuchâtel

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

Flat-rate professional expenses: 3% of net salary, with a minimum and maximum set by law

Private debt interest: deductible up to the gross return on movable and immovable assets, plus CHF 50,000

Contributions to political parties: deductible up to CHF 10,300 at the federal level since 2023

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 flat tax work in Neuchâtel?
Since , the Canton of Neuchâtel has applied a flat rate of approximately 12.66% on taxable income at the cantonal level, with no progressivity. This means that every franc of taxable income is taxed at the same rate, regardless of the total amount. Municipalities then add their own coefficient. The direct federal tax remains progressive. This system particularly benefits high-income taxpayers, while low incomes are protected by social deductions and allowances.
Which are the lowest-taxed municipalities in Neuchâtel?
Neuchâtel municipalities apply different tax coefficients that influence the overall tax burden. Among the most advantageous municipalities are La Grande Béroche, Val-de-Ruz, and Milvignes. The municipal coefficient can vary significantly and represent a difference of several hundred or even thousands of francs per year. It is therefore wise to take municipal taxation into account when choosing your place of residence in the canton.