As a general rule, the registration of a business in Switzerland follows the same steps, regardless of the canton where the business is incorporated, but various differences may appear; thus, when starting the procedure of company formation in Switzerland it is recommended to address to a professional team of specialists, who can ease the process of starting a business in a new location.

In this sense, our company is prepared to assist foreign businessmen in any of the matters that are involved in the steps of opening a company in Switzerland, regardless of the canton selected for incorporation.

The company can provide legal representation during the company formation process, but it can also assist investors in matters that have to be performed once the company becomes active (audit, tax advice, tax compliance, corporate administration).

The team represents the necessary expertise in helping investors apply for and obtain work permits in Switzerland. our services are available for both natural persons and companies wishing to start business activities in Switzerland.

Switzerland is one of the most attractive jurisdictions for doing business in Europe. It benefits from a stable economic climate and has one of the most developed financial systems in the world. It is also known for its pharmaceutical, watchmaking and tourism industries, but it has also recently positioned itself as an important hub for startup businesses in the fields of fintech or cryptocurrency.

It is important to know that most of the procedures regarding company formation in Switzerland must be concluded through a public notary registered in this country. Finding a registered office, opening a bank account, registering for taxation purposes and hiring an accountant in Switzerland are also part of the company formation process in this country.

The Swiss company formation procedure is completed with the assistance of our expert team in company registration in Switzerland.

What are the main types of companies in Switzerland?

One of the ways to start a business in Switzerland is by incorporating a Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung(limited liability company). A limited liability company in Switzerland is formed by at least two shareholders with a minimum share capital of CHF 20,000, and with the liability of the members limited by their contribution to the capital. The management of the Swiss company is established by the general meeting of the shareholders and one or more directors; at least one of the directors must be a resident in Switzerland.

The stock corporation in Switzerland (Aktiengesellschaft) or the Swiss AG can be established by at least three shareholders who will provide a share capital of CHF 100,000. In a stock corporation, the liability of the members is also limited by their contribution to the company's capital; the company's management is established by the general meeting of the shareholders and by a board of managers, which is set up as prescribed by the general meeting of the shareholders. The investors must be aware that the managers must be Swiss residents and also be the shareholders of the entity.

We are also at your service with other services such as a virtual office in Switzerland.

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