How are pensions taxed under the Belgium-Switzerland tax treaty?
Under the Belgium-Switzerland tax treaty, private pensions are generally taxable only in the country of residence — meaning no withholding tax applies at source (0%). This is favorable for retirees who have moved between the two countries, as their pension income will not be subject to double taxation. Government pensions may have different rules under a separate treaty article. This 0% rate compares to a median of 0% across Belgium's 39 active treaty partners, and 0% across Switzerland's 49 active partners.
Network Comparison
Belgium
Rank 4 of 39 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Austria (0%), Australia (0%), Canada (0%)
Higher rates with: Chile (0%), China (0%), Cyprus (0%)
Switzerland
Rank 4 of 49 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: United Arab Emirates (0%), Austria (0%), Australia (0%)
Higher rates with: Brazil (0%), Canada (0%), Chile (0%)