Among the lowest taxation in Switzerland
Canton Valais offers one of the most advantageous tax rates in Switzerland, for both individuals and businesses. A major asset for your wealth.
Valais Tax Deadlines 2026
Regular filing deadline
Main deadlineExtension on request
Ultimate deadline with justification
Tax Rates in Valais 2026
Canton Valais is one of the most tax-friendly cantons in Switzerland. The combined marginal rate (federal + cantonal + municipal) ranges from 30% to 33% for the highest incomes depending on the municipality, compared to 41-45% in cantons like Geneva or Vaud.
For businesses, the effective corporate tax rate is approximately 11.9%, making Valais highly competitive for company establishment. This has attracted numerous businesses in recent years, particularly in the Sion and Monthey regions.
The wealth tax is also moderate. Combined with lower real estate prices than in the Lake Geneva region, Valais offers an excellent overall tax-to-quality-of-life ratio.
Main Tax Deductions in Valais
Property maintenance
Maintenance and renovation costs for your property are deductible. Choose between actual costs or a flat rate (10% for buildings under 10 years, 20% for older buildings).
Imputed rental value
Secondary residences in resort areas have a specific imputed rental value calculation. Mortgage interest and maintenance costs offset this taxable income.
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. Even with Valais's already low rates, buybacks remain a powerful optimization tool for higher incomes.
Childcare costs
Deduction for third-party childcare costs (daycare, nanny, after-school care) for children under 14 up to the cantonal ceiling.
Our services for Canton Valais
Individuals
Complete tax return for Valais residents, employees and families.
From CHF 89.-
Secondary residences
Specific declaration for owners of chalets and apartments in resort areas.
From CHF 149.-
Businesses
Accounting and taxation for SMEs and self-employed established in Valais.
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Why these rates? Valais uses VSTax with one of the most advantageous tax scales in Switzerland. The relative simplicity of the cantonal system allows for competitive rates. The exact rate is calculated during your online simulation according to your case complexity.
Why choose NeoFidu for your Valais taxes?
- In-depth knowledge of Valais taxation
- Secondary residence expertise in resort areas
- Optimization for real estate income
- Perfect mastery of VSTax
- Canton-specific pension advice
- Bilingual support FR/DE
Valais specificities
- • Low rates : among the most advantageous in Switzerland
- • VSTax : mandatory cantonal software
- • Secondary residences : specific imputed rental value
- • Bilingual : German-speaking Upper Valais
- • Tourism : taxation adapted to seasonal rentals
Expertise for all of Valais
From Monthey to Brig, from the Rhône plain to the highest Alpine resorts, our 100% online service supports you throughout the canton.
Frequently Asked Questions - Taxes in Valais
What is the deadline for filing a tax return in Valais?
The regular deadline is March 31, 2026. An extension until June 30 is available upon request. In justified cases, a further extension until December 31 can be granted - Valais offers one of the longest possible deadlines in Switzerland.
Is Valais really one of the lowest-taxed cantons?
Yes, Valais offers very competitive tax rates. The combined marginal rate (federal + cantonal + municipal) is around 30-33% for the highest incomes in Sion, significantly lower than Geneva (44.75%) or Vaud (41.5%). The corporate tax rate is also very attractive at approximately 11.9%.
How is the imputed rental value taxed for chalets in resort areas?
If you own a secondary residence (chalet, apartment) in a Valais resort like Verbier, Zermatt, or Crans-Montana, you must declare the imputed rental value as income. This is calculated based on the property's market rental potential. Maintenance costs and mortgage interest are deductible against this income.
I rent out my chalet seasonally - how is this taxed?
Seasonal rental income must be declared as income. You can deduct maintenance costs, management fees, insurance, and mortgage interest. If your actual rental income exceeds the imputed rental value, you declare the actual income instead. We help optimize the declaration to minimize your tax burden.
Can I declare my cryptocurrencies in Valais?
Yes, cryptocurrencies must be declared as movable assets in your Valais tax return via VSTax. Use the official AFC rate from ICTax or your exchange rate on December 31. With Valais's lower wealth tax rates, crypto holdings are taxed more favorably than in many other cantons.