Articles - Company Formation Switzerland

Obtain an EMI/PSP License in Switzerland

If you want to open an electronic money institution (EMI) or payment service provider (PSP) company in Switzerland, you need to obtain a special license. However, it should be noted that here, the Financial Supervisory Authority (FINMA) does issue EMI/PSP licenses similar to those in EU countries. This is why…

Fiscal Representative in Switzerland

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Foreign companies carrying out VAT-taxable supplies in Switzerland must respect specific requirements. One of them is appointing a Swiss fiscal representative. Also known as a tax agent, the person will be in charge of the relationship of the foreign entity with the local tax authorities. Below, our specialists in opening…

Open a Joint Stock Company in Switzerland

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There are several legal entities local and foreign investors can choose from when setting up a company in Switzerland. One of them is the joint stock company, which is suited to large operations, but can also be used in specific sectors, such as the financial one. Below, our company formation agents explain the main…

Obtain a FINMA License

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If you are interested in applying for a FINMA fintech or crypto license, this article is for you. Our specialists in company registration in Switzerland can help you apply for one. Quick Facts Special legislation available (YES/NO) Federal Act on Banks and Savings Banks. Types of authorizations - first-time licensing, - authorization,…

Relocate Your UK Company to Switzerland After Brexit

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Brexit represents one of the most important changes in the structure of the European Union and even if Switzerland is not a state member, it has special agreements with the EU in respect to various operations of companies. This means that the UK now needs to enter its own treaties with the…

Startup in Switzerland

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There are various types of companies foreign investors can open in Switzerland and among these, startups have started becoming very popular especially when it comes to young entrepreneurs. Startups are usually set up as small companies which respect a few characteristics. Those who want to open a startup company in Switzerland are usually attracted by the fact that…

Open a SICAF in Switzerland

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When setting up investment funds in Switzerland, investors must first choose the vehicle under which the fund will operate. As one of the most important financial centers in the world, Switzerland provides for various types of investment vehicles that can be used, among these the SICAF, short from société d’investissement à capital fixe or investment…

Accountant Switzerland

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Our accounting services in Switzerland are meant to efficiently control the business expenses for our clients and also save their time and efforts. Find out below what the services offered by our accountants in Switzerland are. Quick Facts Tax registration support (YES/NO) YES, our accountant in Switzerland can handle the tax…

EORI Registration in Switzerland

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Since Switzerland is not a member state of the European Union (EU), the EU laws do not apply on the Swiss territory. However, in order to ensure good trading relations among the two entities, the Swiss authorities have created a legal framework which is compatible with the EU regulations. Businesses incorporated in this country do not have…

Open a Trust in Switzerland

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The concept of administering various financial assets through a trust was not available under Swiss legislation up until recently. The country did not have a basic rule of law that defined the idea of trust, as the country’s national legislation does not follow the Anglo-Saxon legal framework, which has a long tradition of regulating…