Freedom Score

France to Switzerland: tax & freedom compared

How does Switzerland score against France? The Freedom Score weighs five dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€3,483
Per year vs. France+€5,186

Lump-sum taxation · Pauschalbesteuerung

Tax

100/100

Passport & mobility

96/100

Residency

100/100

Lifestyle

70/100

Compared by dimension

On an average France income of €42,000 gross per year, you keep €41,792 net in Switzerland: a difference of €5,186 per year compared with France.

  • Tax: on this income Switzerland lands at an effective rate of about 0%, against 13% in France.
  • Passport and mobility: from Switzerland you travel visa-free to 187 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Switzerland scores 100 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Lifestyle: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Switzerland a lifestyle score of 70 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I save by moving from France to Switzerland?
On an average France income it differs by roughly €5,186 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat