Swiss Inheritance Law and its impact on foreign nationals

Swiss inheritance law has numerous peculiarities that differ significantly from the regulations in other countries. For foreign citizens who live in Switzerland or own assets here, this often gives rise to complex questions: Which inheritance law applies? To what extent can foreign wills be recognised? What options are there for arranging one's own estate in good time to avoid unwanted tax or inheritance consequences?
This reference book offers a comprehensive introduction to Swiss inheritance law with a particular focus on the situation of foreign citizens. It shows which legal framework conditions apply, how inheritance and compulsory portion regulations are designed and what scope there is for estate planning. In addition, international conflicts of inheritance law, questions of asset transfer and the tax implications of inheritance cases are examined in detail. The interplay between Swiss inheritance law and double taxation agreements and other international agreements is also analysed.
An important reference work for anyone dealing with inheritance challenges in an international context.
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1st edition 2025