Freedom Score

United Kingdom to Switzerland: tax & freedom compared

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

Net per month€4,364
Per year vs. United Kingdom+€1,261

Lump-sum taxation · Pauschalbesteuerung

Tax

99/100

Passport & mobility

96/100

Residency

100/100

Lifestyle

70/100

Compared by dimension

On an average United Kingdom income of €52,800 gross per year, you keep €52,374 net in Switzerland: a difference of €1,261 per year compared with United Kingdom.

  • Tax: on this income Switzerland lands at an effective rate of about 1%, against 3% in United Kingdom.
  • 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 United Kingdom to Switzerland?
On an average United Kingdom income it differs by roughly €1,261 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