Preferred Locations
Tax-efficient residency and citizenship in Europe’s most desirable jurisdictions
We help private clients plan and execute a structured path to permanent residency or citizenship in Switzerland, Cyprus, and Monaco — with full support from initial assessment through to completion.
Switzerland
Stability, privacy, and one of the world's most favourable tax environments.
Tax advantages
- Lump-sum taxation (forfait fiscal) available for non-Swiss nationals who do not work in Switzerland — tax is based on living expenses, not worldwide income.
- No inheritance or gift tax at the federal level; cantonal rates vary and are often very low.
- No capital gains tax on private movable assets (shares, securities).
- Corporate tax rates as low as 11–12% in certain cantons (e.g., Zug, Schwyz, Nidwalden).
- Extensive double taxation treaty network covering over 100 countries.
- VAT rate of 8.1% — one of the lowest in Europe.
Residency & citizenship pathway
- Initial residence permit (B permit) granted through lump-sum taxation, employment, or company formation.
- After 10 years of continuous residence, eligibility for a permanent settlement permit (C permit).
- Swiss citizenship available after 10 years of residence (reduced to 5 years for spouses of Swiss nationals).
- Some cantons allow accelerated pathways for high-net-worth individuals.
5–10 years to citizenship; permanent residency (C permit) typically after 10 years of continuous residence.
How we support you
- Full assessment of eligibility for lump-sum taxation or corporate structuring.
- Coordination with Swiss tax advisers and immigration lawyers.
- Property search and acquisition support in preferred cantons.
- Family settling-in: schooling, healthcare registration, and local orientation.
- Ongoing compliance and renewal management throughout the residency period.
Ready to explore your options?
Tell us where you are considering and what you would like to achieve. We shall outline the most sensible next step in a confidential call.
The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal, tax, or immigration advice. We work alongside appropriately qualified professionals in each jurisdiction to ensure accurate, up-to-date guidance tailored to your circumstances.