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Benefits of Incorporating a Company in Switzerland
- In recent years, Switzerland's status as a tax haven has undergone a notable transformation, driven by reforms aimed at strengthening transparency and compliance with international regulations. This paradigm shift reflects a renewed commitment from the country to align with global expectations, which has led to a comprehensive review of its fiscal and banking policies.
- Establishing a prestigious Swiss company is a mark of quality.
- Great reputation.
- Access to financial and banking instruments
- Opportunities to start ICO, crypto, and blockchain companies
- Foreign ownership: All shares can be owned by non-residents
- The names of the shareholders do not appear in the Government Registry.
- Minimum taxation, Sug has a fixed tax rate of 8.5 Nominee directors and shareholders are available for greater privacy.
- Bearer shares are allowed for shareholder privacy.
- Only one shareholder is required to establish a Swiss AG Switzerland has a solid financial and banking system.
- Strict laws on bank secrecy A minimum of one director is required, who can also be the sole shareholder.
- Limited liability company, which means that liability is limited to the contributions of the shareholders.
- It is not mandatory to disclose the identity of the beneficial owner, which is only communicated confidentially to the banks when opening an account, due to banking secrecy regulations.
- Possibilities for asset protection Access to double taxation treaties (80 agreements have been signed)
Recommended Business Activities in Switzerland
- Sole proprietorship
- Startups
- Holding company
- Commercial company
- E-commerce
- Intellectual property
- Collective investment vehicle
- Commercial company or holding
- Physical or non-physical holding
- Importing and Exporting of products
Legislation in Switzerland
- Location: Western and Central Europe.
- Total area: 41 284 km²
- Population: 8.570.146 (2019)
- Capital: Berna
- Currency: Swiss franc (CHF)
- Dialing code: +41
- Official language: German, French, Italian, Romansh
- Ethnic groups: German 65%, French 18%, Italian 10%, others 7% Literacy rate 99%.
- Credit rating: AAA
- Type of government: federal republic
- Executive branch: Federal Council (7 members, including President and Vice-President).
- Legislative branch: Bicameral Federal Assembly: Council of States (46 members) and National Council (200 members).
- Judicial branch: Federal Supreme Court. Civil law legal system.
Tax System:
- Personal tax: 0-48%
- Corporate tax: 11.9-21.0%
- Corporate tax (in detail): The federal rate on net income is 8.5%, and since income and capital taxes can be deducted when calculating taxable income, the effective rate is 7.8%. Depending on the location of the company, the total tax rate, including federal, cantonal, and municipal levels, varies between 11.9% and 21.0%. Capital gains tax 21% Capital gains tax. Details Capital gains are included in taxable profits and are subject to the normal corporate tax.
- VAT: 7.7% VAT.
- Details: The standard VAT rate is 7.7%. The reduced rates of 2.5% and 3.7% apply to certain goods and services.
- Withholding tax: tax 35% (dividend), 35% (interest), 0% (royalty)
- Other taxes: Social contributions, Capital tax, Personal net wealth tax, Inheritance and gift tax.
- Change control: No
- Government rate: No
- Stamp duty: -
Types of Company in Switzerland:
- Limited Liability Company (GmbH)
Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung (GmbH) is a legal entity that provides its owners (shareholders) with limited liability protection, meaning their personal assets are protected in case the company incurs debts or liabilities.
- Stock Corporation (AG)
Aktiengesellschaft (AG) is a legal entity that issues shares to its shareholders, who have limited liability protection. The company is managed by a board of directors and is subject to strict regulations and oversight
The creation of a company in Switzerland:
- Name of the GmbH or AG in Switzerland (https://www.zefix.ch/)
- Local company address
- Object of the constitution
- Total share capital and total shares issued
- Prerequisites for general meetings and shareholders
- Appointment of auditors and administrators.
What is included in our register company:
- Certificate Issued by the Inland Revenue Department
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Company Headquarters Official Address and Documentation.
- Share Certificate(s)
- Resolution for the Appointment of Director(s) and Allocation of Shares.
- Dedicated BSW Account Manager for 1 Year
PACKAGE CONTENT
Limited Liability Company (GmbH)
- Certificate Issued by the Inland Revenue Department
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Official Address and Documents of Company Head Office
- Share Certificate(s)
- Resolution for the Nomination of Director(s) and Distribution of Shares
- Dedicated BSW Account Manager for 1 Year.
- Open A Bank Account.(Optional)
- Resident Director (Optional)
- Virtual Office Address (Optional)
- Domain Name(com.ch) (Optional)
- Trademark (Optional)
Stock Corporation (AG)
- Certificate Issued by the Inland Revenue Department
- Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Official Address and Documents of Company Head Office
- Share Certificate(s)
- Resolution for the Nomination of Director(s) and Distribution of Shares
- Dedicated BSW Account Manager for 1 Year
- Open A Bank Account (optional)
- Resident Director (optional)
- Virtual Office Address (optional)
- Domain Name(.com.ch) (optional)
- Trademark (Optional)
Requirements to register a company in Switzerland:
- Director(s) - Name, address, passport number, nationality, and current occupation (At least one required and can be corporate).
- Shareholder(s) - Name, address, passport number, nationality, and current occupation, and the number of shares to be issued to each shareholder.
- A brief description of the Company's planned activities and the countries of operation.
- The source of the funds that will be invested in the company, for example, derived from the savings of the salary earned working as xxxxx for the company yyyy for zz years.
- Apostilled copy of proof of address.
Apostilled copy of the passport.
Bank reference lette. - Name of the GmbH or AG in Switzerland (https://www.zefix.ch/)
- CV of all Directors, shareholders, and BO.
- A Criminal Record Certificate.
- Any other document(s) as required by the Business Registry (if applicable).
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