Information for new cross-border commuters
from Austria to Switzerland / Liechtenstein
All important information for new cross-border commuters collected on one page!

Definition of cross-border commuters
Cross-border commuters to Switzerland/Liechtenstein are persons who work in Switzerland or Liechtenstein, live in Austria (or another country) and return to their place of residence on a daily or weekly basis.
How to become a cross-border commuter in Switzerland / Liechtenstein
In order to work in Switzerland, you need a work permit/authorization. EU citizens usually obtain this without any problems, provided an employment contract has been signed.
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What changes as a cross-border commuter?
If you are employed as a cross-border commuter in Switzerland or Liechtenstein, there are many changes that you should be aware of. In the linked articles below, we inform you about the essentials and important information and give you lots of useful tips and tricks.
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Net salary calculation for cross-border commuters to Switzerland / Liechtenstein
Net salary calculation for new cross-border commuters?
Gross-net calculation for cross-border commuters from Austria to Switzerland / Liechtenstein. We calculate what remains net after all deductions in Austria.
Tax information and practical tips for cross-border commuters
Cross-border commuters & tax
Grenzgänger & Steuer provides information on the double taxation agreement between Switzerland/Liechtenstein and Austria and gives practical tax tips.
Health insurance for cross-border commuters to Switzerland / Liechtenstein
Cross-border commuters are normally subject to social security contributions in Switzerland or Liechtenstein. However, they can be exempted from compulsory health insurance in Switzerland / Liechtenstein if they can provide proof of suitable insurance cover. This gives cross-border commuters several options.
Request an insurance comparison for health insurance
Request insurance comparison
Request a health insurance comparison for cross-border commuters from Austria to Switzerland / Liechtenstein. Receive the #1 insurance comparison simply and easily by e-mail.
Continued payment of wages for cross-border commuters to Switzerland / Liechtenstein
Continued payment of wages for cross-border commuters
The continued payment of wages for cross-border commuters is an important issue that should be regulated in the employment contract right from the start.
Best bank account for cross-border commuters (Switzerland / Liechtenstein)
Bank details for new cross-border commuters?
Is an account in Austria sufficient? Does an account in Switzerland or Liechtenstein make sense?
Family allowance for children of cross-border commuters
Family allowance for children of cross-border commuters
As a cross-border commuter, you are entitled to Swiss or Liechtenstein family allowances (family allowance) for your children, even if they live in an EU or EFTA country.
Special legal protection for cross-border commuters
Legal protection for cross-border commuters
Our special legal protection insurance for cross-border commuters also protects your interests in private and professional areas of life in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
Residential construction financing for cross-border commuters
Residential construction financing for cross-border commuters
There are a few things to consider when financing residential construction for cross-border commuters. The credit broker B-Quadrat provides information.
Cross-border commuters & company cars
Cross-border commuters & company cars
Company cars for cross-border commuters. A topic with many questions. We provide information on the most important issues and have many valuable links on this topic.
Cross-border commuter permit for Switzerland
Cross-border commuter permit for Switzerland
Would you like to work as a cross-border commuter in Switzerland? Then you need a cross-border commuter permit. You can find the most important information here from the cross-border commuter experts at B-Quadrat.
Working in Switzerland / Liechtenstein
Working in Switzerland / Liechtenstein & living in Austria
Are you considering working in Switzerland / Liechtenstein? There's a lot to consider here, from taxes to insurance. We can help you with this.
How do I find the best cell phone contract as a cross-border commuter?
Cross-border commuters & cell phone
Cross-border commuters are constantly moving between two countries and therefore need a contract for their cell phone that covers both.
Unemployment insurance for cross-border commuters to Switzerland / Liechtenstein
Unemployment insurance for cross-border commuters
Unemployment insurance for cross-border commuters (ALV) protects you if you lose your job. Find out more about the benefits, contributions, etc.
Accident insurance as a cross-border commuter in Switzerland / Liechtenstein
Accident insurance for cross-border commuters
In Switzerland and Liechtenstein, all employees are compulsorily insured against occupational accidents. If you are employed for more than 8 hours a week, you are even insured against accidents in your free time (NBU).
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Valuable links for cross-border commuters
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New cross-border commuters
Calculating withholding tax
Withholding tax calculator for Switzerland
Development and exchange rate
Swiss franc / euro
Wage calculator for Switzerland
The SGB wage calculator calculates for you how much employees with your job and qualifications usually earn.
Common Institution KVG (Switzerland)
Exemption from compulsory health insurance in Switzerland
Euro / SFR converter
Currency converter
Net wage calculation for cross-border commuters
Gross-net calculation
What wages are common in Switzerland
A large selection of professions with minimum and maximum wages
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