Your tax return in Fribourg — done correctly, on time and without stress
Do you live or work in the canton of Fribourg and want to make sure your tax return is filed correctly and on time? On this page, you will find all the key information about deadlines, submission methods, deductions and cantonal specifics — clearly explained for a bilingual canton with modern digital filing options.
Submission deadlines in the Canton of Fribourg
Private individuals:
The tax return must be submitted by March 31.
Companies:
Businesses usually have time until August 31.
Extension: A deadline extension can be requested online or in writing — generally until December 15 for private individuals and December 31 for companies.
Note: Depending on the canton, fees may be charged for requesting an extension.
If the tax return is submitted late without an extension, reminder fees or fines may apply.
How do I file a tax return in the Canton of Fribourg?
The Canton of Fribourg offers two ways to submit your tax return:
- Digital via FriTax: The official FriTax software allows you to easily complete and file your tax return electronically. Supporting documents can be scanned and submitted together with the return.
- Paper form: You can still fill out your tax return manually or print the forms created with FriTax, sign them, and send them by post.
Note: Using FriTax requires installation and registration. The entire process is available bilingually in German and French.
Special features in the Canton of Fribourg
In the bilingual Canton of Fribourg, the following tax features apply:
- Dual tax administration – organized bilingually: The Canton of Fribourg provides tax administration in both German and French. Forms, online tools and official information are available in both languages.
- Moderate income and wealth taxes: Fribourg has a moderate tax burden compared to other cantons. Young families and homeowners especially benefit from fair rates and a wide range of deductions.
- Attractive child and education deductions: Families in Fribourg can take advantage of generous child deductions, education allowances and reductions for childcare costs, making the canton particularly family-friendly.
- Deduction of debt interest and strong pension incentives: Debt interest, especially mortgage interest, as well as contributions to the 3rd pillar (pillar 3a) are generously deductible in Fribourg — a clear advantage for property owners and those building retirement savings.
- Different municipal tax rates: The overall tax burden varies significantly depending on the municipality. Comparing locations can be worthwhile, especially for families and commuters.
Support in special cases
Our tax professionals also support you with complex situations in the Canton of Fribourg, such as:
- Moving to Fribourg from French- or German-speaking Switzerland
- Multilingual households or separated income situations
- Self-employment, agriculture or secondary income
- Owning property in Switzerland or abroad
- Withholding tax with voluntary ordinary assessment (SOTA)
- Pension payouts or capital benefits
We ensure that your tax return is complete, correct and optimized — even when linguistic or structural particularities are involved.
Let our professionals fill out your tax return in the Canton of Fribourg
Save time and avoid stress — we take care of your tax return in the Canton of Fribourg. Our experienced tax professionals know the cantonal regulations inside out and guide you safely through the bilingual process — precise, digital and tailored to your situation.
Frequently asked questions
Below you will find answers to frequently asked questions about tax returns in Fribourg.
How much does it cost to fill out the tax return in Fribourg with Taxea.ch?
We offer various packages starting at CHF 99, which are tailored to your tax situation. You can apply for the subsequent ordinary tax assessment (SOTA) separately for CHF 80. Personal tax advice is available as an additional option. A consultation is included in the Prime package.
Which languages do you offer tax consultation services in?
We speak four languages and are there for you throughout Switzerland. Our multilingual tax specialists can advise you in German, French, Italian and English — ideal also for expats who are settling in Switzerland.
Are you also responsible for communication with the tax authorities?
Yes, with our Bestseller and Prime packages, we fully represent you vis-Ă -vis the tax authorities. This allows you to file your tax return without worries. After receiving the tax return, we will check it and discuss the results with you personally.
How does the collaboration with specialists work?
You enter your data and upload your documents to our online portal. Our specialists will then review everything, take full advantage of all deductions and prepare your tax return. Once you have approved it, we will file it digitally with the tax office and extend the deadline if necessary. Finally, we carefully check the tax assessment and respond to any queries.
Can you help me optimize my taxes?
With each of our packages, you benefit from our design of your tax return, which exhausts all possible deductions so that you only pay the necessary amount of tax. If you opt for our tax consultation service, we will advise you on all possible optimisation options, from pension deductions to professional expenses and individual tax benefits, to ensure you are in the best possible financial position in the long term.
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