Federal debt
Switzerland's level of debt is low by international standards. But how high is the federal debt and what is its composition?
Press releases on the topic
Publication of state financial statements for 2024
As of 24 March 2025, the state financial statements for 2024 are available in electronic format on the website of the Federal Finance Administration (FFA). The figures are also available in the federal budget data portal. The hard copy will be released on 14 April 2025. The Federal Treasury activity report is published to complement the state financial statements.
Second extrapolation for 2024: Confederation reckoning on financing deficit of CHF 900 million
The Federal Council was informed about the current extrapolation on 23 October 2024. The Confederation is reckoning on a financing deficit of CHF 900 million for this year. The expected deficit is thus likely to be lower than forecast in the June extrapolation (-1.6 bn) and in the budget (-2.6 bn), as a result of lower expenditure and the deferral to next year of the extraordinary capital contribution to SBB.
2025 budget with integrated task and financial plan for 2026 to 2028 available
Effective immediately, the 2025 budget is available in electronic format on the website of the Federal Finance Administration (FFA). The hard copy will be released in mid-September.
Federal Finance Administration FFA
Switzerland - 3003 Bern