Do you have personal or business ties to the USA and need support with your taxes? We clarify with you which obligations apply and support you with tax returns, filings and questions from the US tax authorities.
Swiss and US tax specialists work together on this. That way we take your tax situation in both countries into account.
Whether you are a US citizen living in Switzerland, hold a green card or are planning a move or an investment in the USA: we support you with your individual tax questions.
We prepare your US tax return and support you with the required reporting on accounts and assets. This includes, for example, the Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR) and other US tax forms. We can also help with any questions about FATCA.
Not sure whether you have fully met your US tax obligations so far? We review your situation, clarify possible procedures for getting into compliance and guide you through the necessary steps with the US tax authority, the IRS.
For gifts and inheritances with a US connection, we take the tax questions in both countries into account. We support you with the required tax returns and filings.
Are you planning to move or would you like to invest in the USA? We clarify the tax implications and help you prepare. This service is also aimed at people without US citizenship.
We advise you on the tax consequences and guide you through the returns and forms you need to file with the IRS.
Have you received a letter from a US tax authority or do you need to correct an earlier return? Our US tax specialists help you resolve the matter and, if required, act as your tax representative.
We support Swiss companies with their activities in the USA and US companies entering the Swiss market.
Are you planning a subsidiary, an investment or setting up a business in the other country? We advise you on the tax questions and clarify which filing and reporting obligations arise.
We support you with US payroll tax questions and the related filings. Our advice also covers social security, retirement plans and the tax treatment of salaries and dividend distributions.
We look at your US tax questions in the context of your situation in Switzerland. For this, Aeberli works with David Engquist, CPA, of Quist US Tax and Consulting GmbH.
Together we clarify what advice you need, define the next steps and support you with the implementation. We treat your personal and financial information confidentially.
Would you like to clarify your US tax situation or do you have a specific question? Get in touch with us.
Mirko Agustoni
lic. iur., LL.M. Swiss and International Taxation
As a rule, yes: US citizens are subject to US tax regardless of where they live. In addition, foreign accounts must be reported on an FBAR if their combined value exceeds a certain threshold. We prepare your returns, catch up on missed years and also advise on renouncing citizenship.
We clarify your situation and inform you about the IRS programmes that allow you to bring your tax affairs into compliance and avoid serious consequences.
Yes. We advise companies entering the US market or establishing themselves in Switzerland and handle US reporting obligations and US payroll tax — coordinated with the Swiss side.
