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Schaffhausen: Cost-Effective Business and Living Environment

Attractive corporate tax rates, state-of-the-art business premises at affordable prices and low costs of living - companies in Schaffhausen profit from a range of cost benefits. As a result, they have more available to invest in their business.

Taxes, residential and commercial real estate costs, payroll, and living costs are lower in Schaffhausen compared to other Swiss cities. 

Attractive Corporate taxation

Several multinational businesses manage their regional or global operations from a base in Schaffhausen, with a wide range of HQ models and operations in place. A key factor in the decision to move to Schaffhausen is frequently the internationally and nationally very attractive corporate tax regime, backed by the Canton of Schaffhausen’s consistent strategy to develop the area as a business location. With a total corporate tax liability of just 12-12.5 percent, Schaffhausen ranks among the top business locations globally. The introduction of a patent box regime as well as super deductions on R&D costs are further measures by which the canton is underpinning its strengths as a business environment which promotes and nurtures innovation. Businesses with a focus on innovation can benefit from cantonal support and tax concessions. Further information on the tax regime in the Canton of Schaffhausen can be found in our Tax Guide.

A great proposition with significant cost benefits

Financial Support

You will find modern offices on the banks of the River Rhine or right next to the railway station, industrial sites with excellent road and rail links as well as an old town quarter full of charm and which is home to many commercial premises - Schaffhausen offers you an extensive portfolio of different types of premises at affordable rates. Compared to other cantons, salary levels for man occupational groups are lower, too. As a result, businesses enjoy significant cost benefits.

In addition to attractive taxes, businesses in Schaffhausen which focus on innovation can benefit from cantonal support and tax concessions. Subject to certain criteria being met, companies launching new developments in the Canton of Schaffhausen may be eligible to receive financial support. This may take the form of tax concessions or Grant Funding and applies to start-ups and established businesses.

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