The Swiss-standard payroll solution for global IT operations.
Automated payroll services for compliant, high-velocity operations in Switzerland.
$947.13 billion in 2025
German, French, Italian (English is widely used)
Swiss Franc (₣)
₣85k-₣160k/year ($95k-$180k)
Progressive rates from 0% to 40%, depending on canton and municipality. Federal base rate is 11.5%.
Covers retirement, survivors’, and disability insurance. Total of 12.5%, split evenly between employer and employee.
Mandatory for annual salaries above ₣22,050. Rates vary by age (7%-18%) and are typically shared 50/50.
1.1% paid by both employer and employee on salaries up to ₣148,200. Solidarity tax of 0.5% applies above this threshold.
GEOR runs tech-ready payroll services in Switzerland.
Self-employed professionals pay the full 10-11% AHV. VAT registration is required if revenue exceeds ₣100,000/year.
Employers provide monthly salary slips and issue an annual Lohnausweis (Swiss salary certificate). Personal tax returns are filed individually.
No national minimum. Some cantons (e.g., Geneva, Neuchâtel) apply regional rates, averaging ₣4,200-₣4,500/month ($4,746-$5,085).
Paid at 1.25× base rate after 45 hours/week. Night and Sunday work paid at 1.5×, unless compensated with time off. Annual cap: 170 hours.
Monthly, paid by the end of each month.
Must include gross pay, deductions, and net salary; issued in print or electronically.
Understand what’s required to operate with full confidence in Switzerland.
Swiss tech professionals typically fall into two legal categories: employees or self-employed contractors. Accurate classification is critical for taxation, benefits, and legal compliance.
Hired under individual employment contracts governed by the Swiss Code of Obligations. Covered by mandatory social security AHV/AVS, BVG, ALV, and accident insurance (UVG).
Provide services under independent mandates. Not subject to employee protections; responsible for registering with social insurance and filing taxes directly.
To avoid reclassification and associated tax penalties, self-employed professionals must meet independence criteria set by Swiss federal and cantonal authorities.
Self-employed individuals may be deemed employees if they:
Even fully remote Swiss contractors may be reclassified if they:
Swiss law treats remote and hybrid employees the same as onsite workers. Contracts, tax registration, and benefit coverage must be properly structured.
Equity-based rewards are considered taxable income and must be integrated into payroll reporting.
Swiss pay stubs are known as “Lohnabrechnung” (German), “fiche de salaire” (French), or “busta paga” (Italian) — official salary statements. Employers must issue itemized salary statements every pay cycle, in digital or paper format. Payroll records must be retained for a minimum of 5 years.
Key regional differences that impact salary, taxation, and employment setup in Switzerland.
What disrupts payroll services when local specifics are ignored.
Accurate cantonal tax or BVG thresholds must be applied to net pay.
Using tools without local compliance may affect deductions, salary banding, or regional filings.
Unclear terms may expose employers to months of back-paid medical leave.
Failing to register staff for mandatory accident cover (SUVA) breaches labor law.
Stock options and bonuses must appear on monthly pay stubs and reported with payroll.
Freelancers under daily oversight risk reclassification and backdated contributions.
Automate payments, social deductions, and filings with Swiss-grade accuracy and oversight.
Covers AHV, BVG, ALV, equity, and taxes with full reporting and audit trails.
Delivers monthly payments and compliant pay stubs via Swiss bank rails.
Linked to national payment systems for efficient transfers and multi-currency handling.
Add private insurance, performance bonuses, equity plans, or hybrid work reimbursements.
Swiss and GDPR standards ensure confidentiality, encryption, and legal data handling.
Our Swiss team supports filings, edge cases, and canton-specific payroll compliance.
See how the Global Employer Of Record platform helps you seamlessly manage your global workforce — from hiring and compliance to payroll and employee requests — all in one place.
Proven with 100+ IT companies. In Switzerland, we deliver legal precision for companies that value structure, discretion, and flawless execution.
Designed to support remote growth and secure essential tech talent.
per employee/ month.
No hidden fees or extra charges.
Forget fragmented vendors, legacy systems, and payroll outsourcing. Our payroll software in Switzerland gives you structured, compliant payroll — plus benefits and equity in one clean interface. Book a call and see the software in action.
I was surprised at how quickly two recruits, sourced in just a few weeks, delivered an MVP. The team did an excellent job finding the perfect candidates for the job.
The platform they use to qualify, score, and predict candidate success was incredibly helpful during the hiring process. It made a significant difference.
Working with GEOR labor temp agency to develop and integrate software solutions for Stripe has been an absolute game-changer for our business. GEOR proved to be the ideal choice for this task.
They go above and beyond with their service delivery. My initial expectations have not only been met but exceeded to a level I didn’t think possible.
They did a great job! Plan to use them in the future for more hiring. I like how they ask a lot of questions about what we needed, and then followed up quickly with results.
GEOR’s team of experts seamlessly integrated into our operations, taking responsibility for temporary labor staffing, including recruitment, training, and compliance.
We were impressed by their professionalism and dedication to our needs. Everything was super. We are completely satisfied with the collaboration.
The speed and quality of profile they provided, lots of matching candidates were impressive. They help us to strengthen our team and to fill in needed position with experienced member.
They were very responsive and they always acted fast. In cases of emergency , when we need to scale team size, they shared new candidates very soon and we successfully increased team size.
Their team of experts is knowledgeable, responsive, and proactive. They took the time to understand our industry and specific goals, delivering customized strategies that exceeded our expectations.
Unlike any payroll provider in Switzerland, we’re structured for dynamic, digital operations.
| Feature | GEOR | Swissroll | Helvetic Payroll |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tech market focus | Focused on SaaS, AI, and fintech. Built for high-growth, global tech. | Multi-sector scope; not optimized for tech startup demands, early-stage tech, and remote models. | Targets freelancers and SMEs; less aligned with full-stack tech teams or startup needs. |
| Compliance framework | Covers AHV, BVG, ALV, accident, taxes, equity, and canton-specific payroll registration. | Solid HR/legal base; compliance supported, but more corporate and generalist. | Follows standard Swiss rules; legal advisory optional and not built-in for each sector. |
| Payroll platform | End-to-end automation: salary, tax, benefits, RSUs, reimbursements, pay stubs. | Cloud tool with stable core; limited custom logic for tech workflows. | Platform supports payroll basics; equity, benefits, and allowances handled manually or via email. |
| Equity and bonuses | RSUs, milestone bonuses, and stock options processed in-cycle through payroll. | Bonuses supported; equity taxed outside payroll, with limited plan integration. | Basic bonus handling only; equity management referred to third-party advisors. |
| Speed and onboarding | Onboards Swiss engineers in 7 days. Canton registration and permits handled in-house. | Structured onboarding through advisory; timelines may extend due to process layers. | Manual onboarding flow; less structured for tech hiring velocity. May require contractor-level adjustments. |
GEOR’s payroll system in Switzerland is built for tech leaders that don’t compromise on structure, discretion, or delivery. Our automated workflows cover filings and protect your IP — all without a Swiss entity or internal HR strain. Add modular features for net salary, benefits, and equity — all within one platform that scales with your team.
Anti-generic payroll.
Our system combines automation with Swiss-grade accuracy. We handle AHV, BVG, taxes, and cross-cantonal compliance.
It calculates gross/net pay, processes contributions (AHV, BVG, ALV), and files monthly/annual tax reports.
Yes. We report RSUs, options, and bonuses through payroll, fully aligned with Swiss income tax rules.
Yes. We generate digital or printed Swiss pay stubs (Lohnabrechnung), with itemized earnings and deductions.
Data is encrypted, stored securely in Switzerland, and processed in line with GDPR and Swiss data law.
Yes. Global teams use Swiss payroll services to avoid local setup while ensuring full legal coverage.
Yes. We handle contracts, registration, taxes, and salary payments locally, while you stay remote.
No. GEOR runs end-to-end payroll operations without requiring a Swiss entity or local HR presence.
Yes. We ensure legal contracts, reimbursements, and correct taxation for remote and hybrid workers.
Yes. We apply correct non-resident tax rates and social security exemptions where applicable.
Yes. We handle onboarding and payments for both employees and self-employed professionals.
We review role, supervision, and payment terms to ensure correct classification under Swiss law.
Yes. We support contractor payments with compliant documentation and classification guidance.
No. GEOR ensures uninterrupted payroll and onboarding even during Swiss holidays or year-end breaks.
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