Zug, Switzerland — Lowest tax in the OECD
Your Swiss GmbH in
3 Weeks. CHF 149.
Full company formation in Zug. We handle notary coordination, commercial register filing, and bank introductions. Notary offer under conditions (UBS + free Helvetia consultation required). You provide the vision.
Approx. 3 weeks
From payment to registered
CHF 149
All-in VOZ setup fee
11.9%
Effective tax rate in Zug
100%
Remote — no travel required
Full-service package
Everything Included
One fixed price covers the entire formation process — no surprise invoices halfway through.
Name Availability Check
Verified live against the Swiss commercial register
Articles of Association Drafting
Customised to your structure and activities
Notary Coordination
We liaise directly — notary offer under conditions available
Commercial Register Filing
Submission to the Zug Cantonal Register of Commerce
CHE Number Registration
MwSt (VAT) enterprise identification number
ESTV Notification
Federal Tax Administration registration
Domiciliation Address
First year at our Zug address included
Bank Account Introduction
Formal letter to our preferred Swiss banking partners
GmbH vs AG
Which Swiss Company Structure Fits You?
Both are formed 100% remotely. Both may benefit from a notary offer under conditions (UBS account opening + free Helvetia consultation). The choice depends on your capital, governance needs, and investor expectations.
| Criteria | GmbH Société à responsabilité limitée |
AG Société anonyme |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum share capital | CHF 20,000 (fully paid up) | CHF 100,000 (min. CHF 50,000 at incorporation) |
| Shareholder privacy | Public in commercial register | Shareholders kept private |
| Corporate governance | Managing directors (Geschäftsführer) | Board of directors + management |
| Ideal for | Solo founders, SMEs, family businesses, holdings | VC-funded companies, institutional shareholders, public-readiness |
| Swiss resident director | At least 1 required | At least 1 board member required |
| Notary fees with VOZ | Partner offer* conditions apply | Partner offer* conditions apply |
| Corporate tax rate in Zug | ~11.9% effective | ~11.9% effective |
| Formation timeline | Approx. 3 weeks | Approx. 3 weeks |
| VOZ setup fee | CHF 149 | CHF 149 |
| 100% remote | Yes | Yes |
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Structure guide
The Swiss GmbH Explained
The Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung (GmbH) is Switzerland’s most popular vehicle for small and medium enterprises. It offers the credibility of a full legal entity with manageable capital requirements and straightforward governance.
Minimum share capital is CHF 20,000 — fully paid upon formation and released to your company once registered. Shareholder liability is strictly limited to their capital contribution, protecting personal assets completely.
Zug Canton adds a decisive advantage: an effective corporate tax rate of approximately 11.9% — one of the lowest in Switzerland and the OECD.
Full Process — VOZ + Notary Partner
From payment to registered company — step by step
100% transparent. You know exactly what happens at every stage and who does what.
Notary contacts you
Partner offer — notary conditions apply (UBS + Helvetia)
About 3 weeks — Full process to registration
100% remote — No travel required
Pay your VOZ Company Setup fee
CHF 149. Instant access to your dashboard after payment.
Instant
Access your dashboard & notary tool
From your VOZ client dashboard, follow the link to our certified notary partner's secure online platform.
Day 1
Enter your company data online
Takes a few minutes. Select UBS or Valiant — notary offer under conditions (UBS account opening + free Helvetia consultation).
~15 minutes
Notary reviews your file & contacts you
The notary contacts you. All incorporation documents are sent by email.
After review
Receive your capital deposit account
Your chosen bank opens your capital deposit account for the incorporation process.
Days 2-3
Deposit your share capital
GmbH: CHF 20,000. AG: CHF 50,000 minimum (50% of CHF 100,000). This is your company's money — not a cost.
Days 3-5
Sign your articles of association
Sign from anywhere in the world. No travel to Switzerland required.
Days 5-7
Bank issues capital deposit certificate
The bank issues the official attestation to the notary confirming receipt of funds.
Days 7-10
Notary submits registration request
The notary transmits the réquisition d’inscription to the Swiss Commercial Register.
Days 10-12
Your company is published on ZEFIX
Your GmbH or AG is officially registered. Capital is released to your operating account.
~Week 3
After registration — what happens next
Your company is live in the Commercial Register
Your share capital is released by the bank
Open your UBS business account (free first year)
Set up your accounting — CHF 350/month
Your Zug business address is already active via VOZ domiciliation
What you need to provide
Five Documents. That’s All.
We handle everything else — notary, register filing, bank introduction, CHE number.
Passport or National ID
Valid for all shareholders and managing directors. Copy accepted.
Proof of Residential Address
Utility bill or bank statement less than 3 months old. Any country.
Three Company Name Choices
In order of preference. We check availability live on ZEFIX before submission.
Share Distribution Plan
Percentage allocation among all shareholders. Can be 100% to one person.
Business Description
A short paragraph on your planned business activities. We help you draft it if needed.
Optional services
Enhance Your Formation Package
Add exactly what you need. Each service is optional and priced transparently.
Swiss Resident Director
Swiss law requires at least one director with Swiss residency. We provide a qualified resident director so you retain 100% ownership.
+CHF 3,000 / year
VAT Registration
Mandatory once revenue exceeds CHF 100,000. We handle the ESTV application and ensure full compliance from day one.
+CHF 390
Assisted Bank Account Opening
Upgrade to assisted opening with a dedicated relationship manager and pre-screened Swiss banking partners.
+CHF 290
Annual Accounting Setup
We configure your chart of accounts, connect Swiss accounting software, and brief your team on statutory requirements.
+CHF 190
Transparent pricing
No Hidden Costs. Ever.
Every franc is accounted for before you commit.
Swiss GmbH — Complete Cost Breakdown
Everything included. Share capital is your company’s asset — released after registration.
VOZ formation service fee
CHF 149
Notary fees Via UBS
CHF 600–3,000 (indicative)
Partner offer*
Commercial Register filing fee Zug Cantonal Register — mandatory, one-time
CHF 550
Virtual Office — domiciliation address CHF 99 / month × 12 months
CHF 708 / year
Share capital Your company's asset — released post-registration
CHF 20,000
Swiss resident director Optional — required if no Swiss co-director
+CHF 3,000 / year
Total cash outlay GmbH, first year (excl. director)
~CHF 21,407
UBS Banking Partnership
Banking support notary offer
Notary fees are offered when you open a business account with UBS with the support of our partners (subject to UBS's acceptance) and attend a free consultation with Helvetia presenting business insurance offers. Share capital and official fees are charged separately.
| Item | Standard | With VOZ + UBS |
|---|---|---|
| VOZ Setup Fee | — | CHF 149 |
| Notary Fees | CHF 1,500–3,000 | Partner offer* conditions apply |
| Commercial Register Fee | CHF 550 | CHF 550 mandatory |
| Domiciliation (year 1) | CHF 3,600 / year | CHF 708 / year CHF 99/month |
Market rates vary by notary
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- GmbH & AG — notary offer under conditions
- Articles of association drafted & filed
- Capital deposit account opened
- UBS business account support included
- Free first year — no hidden fees
Swiss Banking Partners
Your Swiss Business Account — Day One
We introduce your company to our preferred Swiss banking partners. No cold applications — your VOZ file is forwarded directly.
UBS
Partnership
CHF 0 account opening fee via our exclusive formation partnership. Capital deposit and business account in one workflow.
CHF 0 via VOZ partnership
Valiant
Partnership
Regional Swiss bank with strong Zug presence. Notary offer under conditions (UBS + free Helvetia consultation required).
CHF 0 via VOZ partnership
Raiffeisen
Cooperative
Switzerland’s third-largest banking group. Strong community roots and dedicated SME services in Zug canton.
Standard opening process
ZKB
Cantonal Bank
Zurich Cantonal Bank — state-guaranteed Swiss banking institution with dedicated business accounts for GmbH and AG.
Standard opening process
PostFinance
National
Switzerland’s postal bank — accessible to Swiss companies with straightforward account opening and CHF payment infrastructure.
Standard opening process
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The entire process is 100% remote. You sign your incorporation documents at home and return them digitally. No travel to Switzerland is required at any stage — not for notarisation, not for the bank, not for the register. Most clients complete the full formation without ever visiting Switzerland.
The CHF 20,000 share capital is an asset of your company — not a cost. It is deposited into a blocked capital account during incorporation and released to your company's operating account once the commercial register publishes your company. You can then use it for business expenses, salaries, equipment or operations. The money belongs to your company.
Yes. Non-Swiss residents can own 100% of a Swiss GmbH. However, Swiss law requires at least one managing director with Swiss residency and individual signing authority. Our Swiss Director service (CHF 250/month or CHF 3,000/year) satisfies this requirement — you retain full ownership and control.
The effective combined corporate tax rate in Zug Canton is approximately 11.9% — federal (8.5%) plus cantonal and municipal. This is one of the lowest rates in Switzerland and among the most competitive in the OECD. For comparison, Zurich is ~21.1% and Geneva is ~13.99%.
A Swiss GmbH must: file annual tax returns with the Zug cantonal tax authority, hold at least one general meeting per year, maintain proper accounts (Swiss GAAP or simplified for small companies), renew the commercial register entry annually, and comply with AML obligations via your domiciliary agent. We offer full accounting support from CHF 350/month.
Notary fees are offered when you open a business account with UBS with the support of our partners (subject to UBS's acceptance) and attend a free consultation with Helvetia presenting business insurance offers. Share capital and official fees are charged separately. Share capital and official fees are charged separately where applicable.
Approximately 3 weeks from start to finish: Day 1 — VOZ setup and dashboard access. Days 1–2 — notary contacts you. Days 2–3 — capital deposit account opened. Days 3–7 — capital deposited, articles signed. Days 7–10 — bank issues capital certificate. Days 10–12 — notary submits to register. Week 3 — company published on ZEFIX, capital released.
Yes. A GmbH requires CHF 20,000 minimum capital and is ideal for solo founders, SMEs and holding structures. An AG requires CHF 100,000 capital (minimum CHF 50,000 deposit at incorporation), has a board of directors, keeps shareholders private, and is preferred for VC-funded companies. Both can be formed 100% remotely; notary offer with business account opening support available (UBS + free Helvetia consultation required).
Testimonials
They built their company with VOZ
GmbH or AG in Switzerland — 100% remote.
★★★★★
Clear process, timeline respected, UBS account opening facilitated. I recommend VOZ to any non-resident entrepreneur wanting a Swiss presence. From Dubai to Zug in three weeks, zero trips required.
Y.A.Dubai — GmbH, Zug
The Week They Incorporated
Three founders. Three companies.
Three founders. Three companies.
What happened the week their Swiss GmbH appeared on ZEFIX.
GmbH · Paris
He refreshed ZEFIX every morning for 10 days. On day 11, his company was there.
Julien had spent six months trying to decide whether to incorporate in France, Estonia, or Switzerland. Every time he compared, Switzerland won — but it seemed complicated.
He paid the CHF 149 on a Monday morning. By Tuesday afternoon, the notary had already sent him the first documents. He signed from his Paris apartment on his couch.
Ten days later, he searched his company name on ZEFIX. It was there. He sent the link to his biggest client before calling his parents.
He paid the CHF 149 on a Monday morning. By Tuesday afternoon, the notary had already sent him the first documents. He signed from his Paris apartment on his couch.
Ten days later, he searched his company name on ZEFIX. It was there. He sent the link to his biggest client before calling his parents.
“I expected bureaucracy. I got a dashboard, a notary who emailed me within 24 hours, and a company in three weeks. Switzerland surprised me.”
— Julien B., Software Consultant · Paris · GmbH, Baar, Zug
— Julien B., Software Consultant · Paris · GmbH, Baar, Zug
AG Holding · Singapore
His investor said ‘Swiss AG or no deal.’ He had the entity before the term sheet expired.
Raymond had been in term sheet negotiations for three months. His Swiss co-investor was clear: a Swiss AG was required. Not a Singapore holding. He had two weeks.
CHF 149 setup fee on Monday. Notary contacted him Tuesday. He transferred CHF 100,000 to the capital deposit account by Thursday — his bank in Singapore executed the wire in two hours.
His AG appeared on ZEFIX on day 18. His investor wired the first tranche the following week.
CHF 149 setup fee on Monday. Notary contacted him Tuesday. He transferred CHF 100,000 to the capital deposit account by Thursday — his bank in Singapore executed the wire in two hours.
His AG appeared on ZEFIX on day 18. His investor wired the first tranche the following week.
“Two weeks to a Swiss AG seemed impossible. It was not. The UBS account was free. The notary fees were zero. I paid CHF 149 and CHF 100,000 share capital. That was it.”
— Raymond T., Founder · Singapore · AG Holding, Zug
— Raymond T., Founder · Singapore · AG Holding, Zug
GmbH · Dubai
She wanted a Swiss company for five years. She always assumed it was too complicated. It took three weeks.
Yasmine had been running her consulting practice from Dubai for five years. Every year, she told herself she would look into a Swiss company. Every year, she assumed it would require lawyers, trips to Switzerland, and months of bureaucracy.
A founder friend sent her the VOZ link on a Tuesday. She paid CHF 149 that evening. Three weeks later, she had a Swiss GmbH in Zug. Notary offer conditions applied (UBS + free Helvetia consultation required). Zero trips. Zero Swiss lawyers.
Her first invoice with the Swiss address was paid in 14 days by a European client who had previously taken 60 days.
A founder friend sent her the VOZ link on a Tuesday. She paid CHF 149 that evening. Three weeks later, she had a Swiss GmbH in Zug. Notary offer conditions applied (UBS + free Helvetia consultation required). Zero trips. Zero Swiss lawyers.
Her first invoice with the Swiss address was paid in 14 days by a European client who had previously taken 60 days.
“Five years of telling myself it was too complicated. Three weeks to find out I was wrong. I will not make that mistake again.”
— Yasmine A., Consultant · Dubai · GmbH, Zug
— Yasmine A., Consultant · Dubai · GmbH, Zug
After Your Company Is Formed
Everything your Swiss GmbH needs to operate.
VOZ Voice — Swiss AI Receptionist
Your +41 number answered 24/7 by an AI trained on your business. Never miss a Swiss call.
CHF 49 / month
VOZ AI Assistant
Unlimited Swiss tax, accounting and corporate law questions. Ask anything, anytime.
CHF 9 / month
VOZ Vault
Encrypted Swiss storage for articles of association, contracts, KYC, board minutes.
From CHF 9 / month
VOZ Digital Suite
AI + Vault + Docs included free with every domiciliation. Upgrade to Plus (CHF 39) or Unlimited (CHF 99).
Included free
Your Swiss GmbH.
CHF 149. 3 Weeks.
Notary offer under conditions (UBS account opening + free Helvetia consultation). Commercial register, CHE number, bank introduction — all included. 100% remote.
VOZ Assistant
Online · typically replies instantly
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