Employment, Entrepreneurship & Fiscal Law in Switzerland

‍Work smart. Build smart. Stay compliant.

This practical, plain-language session is your clear guide to understanding how Swiss employment, tax, and business systems actually work — so you can accept offers confidently, negotiate what matters, avoid costly mistakes, and build something sustainable if you choose to go solo.

Led by Hafez Chamat, President of Bevel ON and expert in migration law, this session walks through real-life scenarios and common pitfalls, covering both employment and entrepreneurship in Switzerland.

If You’re Employed (or About to Be)

You’ll learn how to:

• Read and assess a Swiss employment contract
• Understand residence permits (B / L / C / G) and how they impact your right to work
• Know the difference between employee vs. freelancer status
• Understand employer and employee contributions to social insurance:
  • AVS/AI/APG/AC (AHV/IV/EO/ALV)
  • LAA (accident insurance)
  • LPP (pension fund)
• Recognize what affects your net salary and tax obligations

If You’re Thinking About Going Solo

Considering consulting, freelancing, or launching a company? We’ll clarify:

• What “indépendant” status actually means in practice
• When to operate as a sole proprietorship vs. form a Sàrl or SA
• How your permit affects your right to operate a business
• AVS/AHV registration and social insurance responsibilities
• TVA/VAT thresholds and when registration becomes mandatory
• Invoicing basics, deductible expenses, and simple bookkeeping habits
• Contracts, payment terms, and basic T&Cs that protect your work

Whether you want stable employment, independent consulting, or to build a scalable company, this session gives you the legal and fiscal clarity to move forward with confidence — and make informed decisions in Switzerland’s unique system.

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