Characteristics of a Switzerland Offshore Company
Company Type |
S.A or S.A.R.L |
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Tax policy |
9% if the bulk of business is made abroad. Otherwise between 20% and 30% on profits |
Stability |
Stable jurisdiction enjoying an excellent reputation |
Accounting Requirements |
The requirement to file annual accounts is mandatory |
Audit Requirements |
Not mandatory |
Corporate Secretary Requirement |
No |
Minimum directors/shareholders |
One Director and One Shareholder. The director must be a resident of Switzerland |
Bearer shares |
Bearer shares are authorised |
Availability of the records |
The company directors’ names are listed with the Company Registry for S.A and S.A.R.L both company directors’, and shareholders’ names are registered with the Company Registry |
Accessibility to the accounts |
Yes |
Standard Currency |
CHF |
Time Frame for Business Formation |
10-15 days |
Business confidentiality
No Trade Restrictions
Well-established Financial Services Sector
World-class Banking Infrastructure
Special Provisions for Asset Protection
E-Commerce
Intellectual Property
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FAQs
What is the corporate tax rate in Switzerland?
The effective corporate tax rate is typically between 12% and 24%.
Which are the types of offshore companies in Switzerland?
There are two main entities, namely (1) Aktiengesellschaft (AG) (2) Societe Anonyme (SA).
What is the Commercial Registry in Switzerland?
Most companies in Switzerland, and all SAs, have to be entered in the Commercial Registry, a legal document where the company's location, its directors' names and other relevant information is made public.
What is the Governing corporate legislation in Switzerland?
The Canton’s Register acts as a monitoring body.