syndicom membership
Here you will find the most important answers about syndicom membership: benefits, costs, joining, and termination.
Why should I become a member?
Standing alone in front of your employer? How much weight will that carry? The more people there are, the more influence we have in disputes and negotiations.
What are the benefits of being a member?
- Professional legal advice on all matters relating to labor and social security law
- Access to continuing education courses offered by Movendo, Helias, and syndicom itself
- Collective preferential terms with our partner companies
- Free retirement counseling
The most important thing: You are no longer alone. Problems with your employer are no longer your private matter, but are resolved through social partnership. You don’t have to fight for your rights alone, but have strong and professional support. Just like your colleagues.
How do I become a member?
All you have to do is fill out the form. Membership begins on the first day of the following month.
Do you have any further questions?
Our Member Administration team is happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.
How much is my syndicom membership?
Contributions are based on income.
Figures in CHF
| Annual income (gross, without bonuses) | Monthly membership fee |
|---|---|
| up to 9999.- | 13.50 |
| 10 000 – 19 999.– | 17.40 |
| 20 000 – 29 999.– | 24.50 |
| 30 000 – 39 999.– | 29.70 |
| 40 000 – 49 999.– | 37.– |
| 50 000 – 59 999.– | 38.90 |
| 60 000 – 69 999.– | 40.90 |
| 70 000 – 79 999.– | 42.80 |
| 80 000 – 89 999.– | 46.80 |
| 90 000 – 99 999.– | 48.50 |
| from 100 000 | 51.90 |
| Retired persons | 15.– |
| In training | 10.– |
| Private newspapers and printed matter / bicycle couriers | 8.– |
| Solidarity members | 24.60 |
| Dual members | 29.50 |
Are membership contributions tax-deductible?
In some cantons, yes, in others no. There are even differences between municipalities. That is why we cannot give a definitive answer. Sometimes the contribution is accepted as professional costs, sometimes as a contribution to a political organisation.
Our recommendation: just give it a try and enter the union contribution.
How can I get the CLA contribution refunded?
syndicom reimburses members for the contribution towards enforcement costs for the previous year, provided that the membership fees have been paid. Payment is made in the first six months of the following year.
Important note if you are employed by Swiss Post, Swisscom, Skyguide or T-Systems: If your membership fee is deducted from your salary, the enforcement contribution will be waived.
I am registered with the Regional Employment Centre, how much is the monthly contribution?
Our members who are registered with the unemployment insurance fund pay a flat monthly contribution of CHF 17.40. As soon as membership administration receives a statement from the insurance fund, the adjustment can be made.
How much do I pay after I retire?
After retirement, the monthly contribution is CHF 15.00. Employment law protection is no longer available; you no longer need it, otherwise you will continue to benefit from all other offers.
How can I cancel my syndicom membership?
In accordance with the statutes, membership continues until written cancellation signed by yourself is received. You can leave at the end of a month with a six-month notice period.
I am leaving Switzerland and emigrating. What is the notice period in this case?
If there is no special waiting period, membership can be terminated with confirmation of deregistration as of the date of departure.
I am switching to another SGB union. Is there still a notice period?
No, unless there is a special waiting period. When changing membership from one SGB union to another, the rule is that the change can be made at the end of a month.
So if you switch to another SGB union, the new union should contact us and confirm your membership so that we can make the transfer.
