Company Registration in Switzerland

Eligibility Criteria for Switzerland Company Registration

The eligibility criteria for Switzerland company registration are as follows:

• At least 1 director who is a Swiss resident with a valid work permit
• Appoint a local representative (for foreign applicants)
• Secure a physical address for official correspondence
• Require a minimum capital of CHF 20,000 (for a limited liability company)
• Require a minimum capital of CHF 50,000 and at least 50% paid up at registration
• Open a corporate bank account in a Swiss bank
• Mandatorily appoint a company secretary
• Have a business plan, especially for visa applications

Which are the Key Sectors to Register Company in Switzerland?

Have a look at the list of important sectors to register company in Switzerland:

• Finance and Banking Industry
• Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology Industry
• Engineering and Technology Sector
• Transport and Logistics Sector
• Hospitality and Tourism Industry
• Information Technology Sector

Corpbiz Services to Register Business in Switzerland

• Pre-Registration Consultation – Our experts guide you in selecting the most suitable business structures, understanding foreign ownership requirements, and meeting registration requirements under Swiss business law.
• Access to Automated Compliance Tools – We provide access to automated compliance tools used to monitor deadlines for tax filings, statutory reports, and other obligations.
• End-to-End Incorporation Services – We provide end-to-end incorporation services from name reservation and notarization to registration with the Swiss Commercial Registry.
• Expansion and Advisory Services – Corpbiz offers strategic business advisory and expansion services to help you scale operations, explore new markets, and take advantage of Switzerland’s double taxation treaties.
• Accounting and Bookkeeping Solutions – Connect Corpbiz to get accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting services in compliance with Swiss GAAP or IFRS standards.
• Corporate Bank Account Services – Our corporate bank account and virtual office setup services help you stay compliant with Swiss Commercial Registry requirements.
• Post-Incorporation Compliance Management – Our experts ensure your company complies with ongoing obligations, including annual AGM meetings, financial statements, VAT registration, and tax filings.