Family allowances for the self-employed too
Since 2013, non-agricultural self-employed persons have been entitled to the same family allowances as employees. As with OASI contributions, you are responsible for paying the full contribution yourself.
Your situation regarding family allowances
If you have one or more dependent children, you are entitled to the same family allowances as employees in the canton of Vaud. Affiliation with a family allowance fund is mandatory from the start of your self-employed activity, even if you do not yet have children. Unlike OASI contributions, this contribution is not shared with an employer, as you do not have one. You are fully responsible for paying it yourself, based on your declared income.
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Mandatory registration
From the start of your activity. -
100% personal contribution
With no employer, you fund it yourself. -
Same entitlements as employees
The same amounts, regardless of status.
Amounts paid in the canton of Vaud
Family allowance amounts are set by the Canton of Vaud and are the same for all beneficiaries, whether employees or self-employed persons.
Benefit | Amount |
|---|---|
Child allowance (1st and 2nd child) | CHF 322.–/month |
Child allowance (from the 3rd child onwards) | CHF 365.–/month |
Education allowance or allowance for children unable to work (1st and 2nd child) | CHF 425.–/month |
Education allowance or allowance for children unable to work (from the 3rd child onwards) | CHF 468.–/month |
Birth or adoption allowance | CHF 1,617 (doubled in the event of multiple births or adoptions) |
The contribution rate applicable to self-employed persons is set annually by our fund. Full details are available in our annual information.
Our frequently asked questions
Do I need to join a family allowance fund even if I do not currently have any children?
Yes. Affiliation with a family allowance fund is mandatory from the start of your self-employed activity, regardless of your family circumstances at the time of affiliation.
Will I receive the same family allowances as an employee?
Yes. The amounts paid in the canton of Vaud are the same whether you are employed or self-employed.
How do I notify you of the birth of my child?
Send us an application for family allowances together with the required supporting documents (for example, your family record book).
Your forms
Find the forms most commonly used for family allowances. Need another form? Contact us and we will send it to you directly.
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Contact person
Corinne Treidel
+41 21 613 35 12