Freelancer Pricing and Invoicing in Switzerland

How to set a rate, write invoices and handle late payers.

A good rate covers more than your target salary.

Set your rate

Add costs, social contributions, taxes and unpaid time for admin and sales. Divide by realistic billable hours, not by a full working year.

Hourly rate (excl. VAT) – depending on Target yearly net income

Example with default values. Open the calculator →

Invoicing

State the service, the date and the VAT where applicable.
Set a payment term of 30 days or shorter.
Send invoices promptly.

Late payments

Send a reminder, charge default interest of 5 % if agreed or by law and consider collection after repeated delay. Calculate your rate with the freelance rate calculator.

Try the calculators

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Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator

Set a rate that covers your target net income, costs, social security and taxes.

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Invoice With VAT & Cash Discount

Calculate an invoice total including VAT and early-payment discount.

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Late Payment Interest

Default interest on overdue invoices (5 % by law).

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