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1. Open a Swiss Corporation
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2. Foreign investors coming to Switzerland
to set up companies can choose
between various types of legal entities.
For large projects, the corporation or
Aktiengesellschaft (SA) is one of the most
suitable business forms.
Starting a Business in
Switzerland

3. Opening a Swiss corporation implies
the following:
Features of the Swiss SA
having at least one shareholder;
having a share capital of 100,000
CHF;
at least 20% of the share capital
must be deposited upon
incorporation.

4. Trading Name for a Swiss SA
Just like for any other types of
companies, the SA must have a
trading name.
The chosen name must be unique
and must be reserved with the Trade
Register.

5. Management Requirements
From a management point of view, the
Swiss corporation must have a Board of
Directors.
The Board will appoint managers to
handle the activities in the company.

6. The registration of a Swiss SA must be
completed with the Companies Register.
Based on the Articles of Association and the
other documents, the Registrar will issue
the Certificate of Incorporation.
How to Register a Swiss Corporation

7. Licensing Requirements
A Swiss SA must obtain the
necessary licenses based on the
industry it will operate in.
The licenses must be obtained
with the agency supervising the
respective industries.

8. Taxation of Swiss Corporations
The SA is subject to the corporate tax applied at
federal level, but also at cantonal level.
This is why, choosing the right canton is
essential when setting up a company in
Switzerland.

9. Company Formation Assistance
in Switzerland
If you want to open a company in Switzerland,
our specialists can assist you.
We can also advise on the incorporation of a
Swiss corporation.

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