🇨🇭 Switzerland · Company Registration
Entity types, registration process, required documents, costs, and official registries.
Quick answer
Companies register in the cantonal Commercial Register (indexed nationally on Zefix). A GmbH needs CHF 20,000 capital and an AG needs CHF 100,000 (partly paid in); both require a notarised deed.
Companies in Switzerland register in the cantonal Commercial Register, searchable nationally via Zefix. A GmbH or AG requires a notarised deed and minimum capital.
- Companies (GmbH/AG) are entered in the cantonal Commercial Register.
- A GmbH needs CHF 20,000 capital; an AG needs CHF 100,000 (partly paid in).
- Zefix provides the national index of registered companies.
Official authorities
- Zefix
Central Swiss company index (Commercial Register).
Frequently asked questions
GmbH or AG?
A GmbH (like an LLC) suits smaller businesses with lower capital; an AG (stock company) needs more capital and suits larger or investor-backed ventures.
How much capital is required?
A GmbH needs CHF 20,000 fully paid; an AG needs CHF 100,000 with at least CHF 50,000 paid in.
Do I need a Swiss-resident representative?
At least one person able to represent the company must be resident in Switzerland.
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