Low taxes spell success in Thurgau

Thurgau gives you a distinct edge: a tax burden that is well below the EU average, both for businesses and private individuals.

Corporate profit tax is up to 17,8% lower than in Germany. And businesses in Thurgau also benefit vis-à-vis the rest of Switzerland: a high-yield company in the canton’s capital, Frauenfeld, pays up to 6% less profit tax than in the city of Zurich. What’s more, under certain conditions, you could also benefit from tax relief in Thurgau canton.

The following tax rates currently apply (as of 2024):

• Profit tax: 12.11 – 13.99% (depending on the local municipality)
• Cantonal capital tax: 0.15 , or a minimum of CHF 200

Private individuals also benefit from attractive tax rates in Thurgau canton. The effective tax burden depends upon various personal factors. What’s more, under certain conditions private individuals can also pay a flat-rate tax instead of the income and wealth tax.