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…
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…
We invite you to complete the form with the required information in order to start the online incorporation of your company in Switzerland. Our company formation specialists will contact you with details about the further steps for company registration.
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…
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…
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…
If you want to open a foundation in Switzerland, our team of specialists in company formation can provide in-depth information on how to set one up and can also assist in drafting its incorporation documents. Quick Facts Applicable laws Swiss Civil Code. Types of foundations - charities, - family purpose…
Switzerland stands out as one of the main markets for the registration of offshore hedge funds. At the same time, the market is very well represented for the distribution of foreign hedge funds, as the country provides a stable regulatory framework, comprised of numerous rules of law addressing to the registration/ distribution and to the investment…
If you want to open a fintech company in Switzerland, you must go through several procedures, among which the licensing one is quite important. Quick Facts Availability of specific legislation (YES/NO) No, however, the 2024 Insurance Supervision Act and the Insurance Supervision Ordinance contain provisions related to fintech activities.…
If you want to start a cryptocurrency company in Switzerland, you must comply with sector-specific regulations. Our company formation representatives in Switzerland can assist with the registration and licensing of such a business. Quick Facts Special legislation available (YES/NO) No, there is no special law applicable to cryptocurrencies Regulatory authority…
