Watch industry specialists
Canton Neuchâtel is the birthplace of Swiss watchmaking. We know the tax specificities of the sector: bonuses, stock options, travel allowances.
- Management of bonuses and exceptional premiums
- Declaration of participations and stock options
- Tax optimization for high incomes
Neuchâtel Tax Deadlines 2026
Regular filing deadline
Main deadlineFree extension
Paid extension
Tax Rates in Neuchâtel 2026
Canton Neuchâtel applies a progressive tax system. The combined marginal rate (federal + cantonal + municipal) reaches approximately 38-39% for the highest incomes in the city of Neuchâtel, placing it in the mid-range of French-speaking Swiss cantons.
Municipal rates vary across the canton. La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle, the two main cities in the Mountains region, have slightly higher municipal coefficients than the Littoral municipalities around Neuchâtel city.
For watch industry executives with high incomes, optimizing deductions (pillar 3a, 2nd pillar buybacks, professional expenses) is essential to reduce the effective tax rate.
Main Tax Deductions in Neuchâtel
Onde Verte subscription
The Onde Verte public transport subscription is fully deductible as a professional expense for commuting. A significant saving for daily commuters.
Pillar 3a
Deductible up to CHF 7,258 for employees with a 2nd pillar. Self-employed without pension fund: up to 20% of net income (max CHF 36,288).
2nd pillar buyback
Fully deductible from taxable income. Especially strategic for watch industry executives with high variable compensation.
Professional expenses
Flat-rate deduction for meals, work tools, and professional clothing. Can be replaced by actual costs if higher and documented.
Childcare costs
Deduction for third-party childcare costs (daycare, after-school care) for children under 14 up to the cantonal ceiling.
Public transport deduction
Canton Neuchâtel allows full deduction of the Onde Verte subscription for public transport. We optimize this deduction.
- • Deductible Onde Verte subscription
- • Parking costs if necessary
- • Car mileage allowances
Our services for Neuchâtel
Individuals
Complete tax return for Neuchâtel residents, employees and families.
Watch industry
Services adapted to employees and executives in the Neuchâtel watch sector.
Businesses
Accounting and taxation for SMEs and self-employed in the canton.
Why these rates? Neuchâtel uses a standardized and accessible tax system. Our competitive rates reflect the relative simplicity of processing Neuchâtel files. The exact rate is calculated during your online simulation.
Why choose NeoFidu for your Neuchâtel taxes?
- Knowledge of the Neuchâtel economic fabric
- Expertise for the watch industry
- Perfect mastery of NeTax
- Optimization of transport costs
- Management of extension requests
- Advice adapted to French cross-border workers
Neuchâtel specificities
- • NeTax : official cantonal software
- • Transport : Onde Verte deduction
- • Watchmaking : bonuses and premiums expertise
- • Cross-border : region close to France
- • Mobile app : receipt scanning
We operate throughout the canton
From the Littoral to the Neuchâtel Mountains, from Neuchâtel to Le Locle, our 100% online service supports you.
Frequently Asked Questions - Taxes in Neuchâtel
What is the deadline for filing a tax return in Neuchâtel?
The regular deadline is March 31, 2026. A free extension until June 30 is available. A paid extension until September 30 can also be requested.
How are watch industry bonuses taxed in Neuchâtel?
Bonuses, exceptional premiums, and stock options from watch companies are fully taxable as income. They must be declared in the year they are received. We help optimize your declaration by ensuring all applicable professional deductions are claimed.
What are the tax rates in Neuchâtel?
Neuchâtel applies a progressive tax system. The combined marginal rate (federal + cantonal + municipal) reaches approximately 38-39% for the highest incomes in the city of Neuchâtel. La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle have slightly different municipal rates. The canton is mid-range for French-speaking Switzerland.
Can I deduct my Onde Verte subscription?
Yes, the Onde Verte public transport subscription is fully deductible as a professional expense for commuting in Neuchâtel. This applies to all zones covered by your subscription for your home-to-work journey.
Can I declare my cryptocurrencies in Neuchâtel?
Yes, cryptocurrencies must be declared as miscellaneous movable assets in your Neuchâtel tax return via NeTax. Use the official AFC rate from ICTax or your exchange rate on December 31.