Life & Finance in Switzerland

Guides to managing your finances, housing, and career in Switzerland.

Swiss Pension System

Maximum AHV Pension (2,450 CHF): The Expert Guide for Future Retirees

Maximum AHV Pension (2,450 CHF): The Expert Guide for Future Retirees

Complete breakdown of the conditions (Scale 44, Average Annual Income, Splitting) to reach the AHV pension ceiling of 2,450 CHF and optimize its repatriation abroad.

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Updated on: 16 April 2026

2026 Expert Guide: The Swiss Three Pillars Retirement System | ibani

2026 Expert Guide: The Swiss Three Pillars Retirement System | ibani

Discover OASI, Caisse de Pension (LPP), and 3rd pillar (3a) in Switzerland for 2026. Updated amounts, 13th AVS payment, and expert tax strategies.

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Updated on: 17 March 2026

Swiss LPP (2nd Pillar): 2026 Simulator, Taxation & Expert Withdrawal Guide

Swiss LPP (2nd Pillar): 2026 Simulator, Taxation & Expert Withdrawal Guide

Expert guide on the Swiss LPP (BVG). Calculate your capital with our interactive simulator. Discover coordination deduction rules, WEF, and cross-border withdrawal taxation.

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Updated on: 4 March 2026

Withdraw 2nd Pillar (BVG) to buy property abroad | ibani

Withdraw 2nd Pillar (BVG) to buy property abroad | ibani

Expert guide: using your Swiss 2nd pillar (BVG/LPP) to buy a house abroad. Conditions, international taxes, and optimizing the exchange rate.

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Updated on: 20 February 2026

Guide to OASI: Old Age and Survivors' Insurance in Switzerland | ibani

Guide to OASI: Old Age and Survivors' Insurance in Switzerland | ibani

Everything you need to know about OASI: Understand how the first pillar of Swiss retirement works and its benefits.

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Updated on: 11 February 2026

Swiss 2nd Pillar Guide (OP) | ibani

Swiss 2nd Pillar Guide (OP) | ibani

Learn about Switzerland’s 2nd pillar (OP): benefits, workings, and withdrawal options. A complete guide to secure your retirement.

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Updated on: 31 October 2024