Company formation

Learn more about the business bank account in Switzerland, who should use it and why it's important to have a separate business bank account to incorporate in Switzerland.

Forming a joint venture in Switzerland offers significant benefits for the founding partners. Usually, for a joint venture, the AG is the most common legal form used.

Starting a small business in Switzerland requires careful planning and taking into consideration important factors that can influence its success. These tips can help entrepreneurs create a viable business plan to incorporate in Switzerland.

The logistics industry sector is one of the most important for Switzerland's economy. Entrepreneurs who are interested in opening a logistics company in Switzerland should know more about the development of this industry sector and what challenges to expect.

The GmbH is one of the most common business structures used in Switzerland, along with the AG. Find out more about the governing bodies of a Swiss GmbH, their role and how they are formed.

Avoid some of the most common mistakes new entrepreneurs make when founding a sole proprietorship in Switzerland. Find out more about company registration, VAT registration and other legal requirements in Switzerland.

Certain types of companies are required to be entered into the Swiss commercial registry, while others don’t have to go through this procedure. However, it is recommended for any form of business structure to be registered to avoid possible legal issues.

If you are thinking about opening a company in Switzerland, you should know which type of legal form is best suited for your business needs. Find out more about four of the most common legal forms in Switzerland, with their advantages and disadvantages.

Starting with 2011, companies registered in Switzerland or operating in Switzerland receive a unique company identification number (UID). Find out if your company is eligible for a Swiss UID number, how to obtain it and what purposes does it have.

The Swiss Federal Tax Administration has issued a circular letter containing guidelines for tax deductions related to the costs of equity incentives. Find out what these new regulations are and if they are applied by all Swiss cantons.