What does “Kanton” mean?

One of the 26 states of Switzerland. Taxes and many rules differ by canton.

You may see it in letters from

• Kantonales Steueramt / Steuerverwaltung — Cantonal tax office

“Kanton” is a German word used in official letters in Switzerland. Briefly explains words like this automatically when you check a letter.

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