Switzerland company
- Your Company in Switzerland in 10 days.*
- The most competitive price, in complete transparency
- Client private data protection via secured systems
- A dedicated manager available throughout the year
- Your company and its application for a bank account, including eBanking and credit card.
General information
Switzerland, strategically located in the heart of Europe, is internationally recognized as a premier financial center, valued for its economic stability, confidentiality, and robust regulatory environment. The country operates as a federal confederation, consisting of 26 cantons, each enjoying substantial political and fiscal autonomy.
The division of authority between the Swiss federal government and the cantons is established by the Swiss Federal Constitution, which clearly defines the areas of shared and independent jurisdiction. This decentralized structure enables cantons to implement individual tax regimes, often offering competitive corporate tax rates and tailored incentives for businesses.
Switzerland’s combination of tax efficiency, legal certainty, and a highly developed infrastructure makes it an attractive jurisdiction for international businesses, holding companies, and investment vehicles.
We assist in the incorporation of the two primary types of Swiss companies:
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Société Anonyme (S.A.), equivalent to a public limited company, ideal for larger enterprises and public fundraising; and
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Société à Responsabilité Limitée (Sàrl), or limited liability company, more commonly used for small to medium-sized businesses.
Company formation in Switzerland typically takes around 7 to 10 business days, depending on the canton and complexity of the structure, and includes regulatory filings, notarial procedures, and registration with the commercial registry.
Swiss company main characteristics:
| Company type | S.A. or S.A.R.L. |
| Governing corporate legislation | The Canton’s Register acts as a monitoring body. |
| Information published relating to company officers | The names of the directors appear in the public register (available on the Internet). For an S.A.R.L. the names of associates are also published. |
| Confidentiality | Switzerland offers a high level of confidentiality. For an S.A. the names of shareholders remain anonymous. |
| Accounting requirement | Annual accounts required. Audit is not mandatory. |
| Taxation | 9% if the majority of turnover is made abroad. Otherwise between 18% and 30% on profits. |
| Legislation | Under Civil Law |
| Standard currency | CHF |
| Time to form | Approximately 10 days. |
| Stability | Extremely stable jurisdiction, enjoying an excellent reputation. |
| Communication | Highly developed means of communication. |
| Time zone | Convenient World Time Zone: GMT+1 |
| Secretary required | No |
| Paid up capital requirement | To incorporate the company, the following amount should be deposited on the company's account: CHF 50,000 for an S.A. and CHF 20,000 for an S.A.R.L. |
| Minimum directors/shareholders | Minimum of 1 director/shareholder A director resident in Switzerland is mandatory. The price of the nominee director in Switzerland is 3,600 Euros |
| Bearer shares | Bearer shares are not permited. |
EU-Based Entity Formation
Establishing a European corporate presence provides access to one of the world’s largest single markets and a broad network of suppliers and partners. Operating as an EU-registered company enhances credibility and offers the potential to engage in intra-EU trade under the reverse charge mechanism, allowing for VAT-neutral transactions between VAT-registered businesses.
Offshore company
Establishing an international company in a tax-efficient jurisdiction can support cost optimisation and improved capital allocation. When structured and managed correctly in accordance with applicable laws, such entities may benefit from favourable tax treatment. This can enable businesses to reinvest a greater portion of their earnings into growth and development.
Bank accounts
Let us handle the paperwork while you focus on your business. With LinkedEurope, your bank account can be opened within a month — quickly, efficiently, and without hassle.