Banking and securities law
Banking secrecy and tax authorities: your rights and their limits
By Raphaël MORENON8 May 2025Your bank is bound to secrecy about your financial information, but there are many legal exceptions to this principle for the benefit of the tax authorities. The tax authorities have extensive powers to access your bank details, governed by precise procedures. This article looks at what your bank can disclose, under what conditions, and how to defend yourself.

