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What is the interest withholding rate between Switzerland and Cyprus?

The Switzerland-Cyprus tax treaty reduces the withholding rate on interest payments to 0%. This means interest paid between residents of these two countries is exempt from withholding tax at source. This is particularly beneficial for cross-border debt financing and bank deposits. The 0% rate still requires proper documentation — it does not apply automatically. Interest is fully exempt — Switzerland has 20 such treaties in its network.

Network Comparison

Switzerland

Rank 3 of 49 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)

Lower rates with: United Arab Emirates (0%), Austria (0%)

Higher rates with: Czech Republic (0%), Germany (0%), Denmark (0%)

Cyprus

Rank 2 of 25 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)

Lower rates with: Austria (0%)

Higher rates with: Czech Republic (0%), Germany (0%), Denmark (0%)

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Data last reviewed: 2026-04-07

Important: Treaty rates require proper claim forms (e.g., IRS Form W-8BEN for U.S. treaties, HMRC DT-Individual for U.K. treaties, CRA Form NR301 for Canadian treaties) filed before payment. Limitation on Benefits (LOB) provisions may restrict eligibility. A 0% withholding rate does not mean no tax — the residence country may still tax the income. This is not tax advice.

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