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Swiss Social Security Contributions: AHV, IV, ALV, and the True Cost of Employment in Switzerland
The headline salary you negotiate with a Swiss employee is only the beginning. Swiss social security contributions — spanning old-age insurance, disability, unemployment, occupational pensions, accident insurance, and daily sickness benefits — add between 15% and 25% to the true employer cost. Understanding each pillar is essential for accurate budget planning.