from CHF 1,490 5 business days

Your Swiss GmbH in
5 Business Days

Full company formation in Zug Canton. We handle notary, commercial register, and bank introductions. You provide the vision.

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Full-service package

Everything Included

One fixed price covers the entire formation process — no surprise invoices halfway through.

Name Availability Check
Verified against the Swiss commercial register
Articles of Association Drafting
Customised to your structure and activities
Notary Coordination
We liaise directly — CHF 500 value included
Commercial Register Filing
Submission to the 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
Structure guide

The Swiss GmbH Explained

The Gesellschaft mit beschraenkter 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. Shareholder liability is strictly limited to their capital contribution, protecting personal assets completely. The GmbH requires at least one managing director with Swiss residency, a requirement we address through our resident director service.

Zug Canton adds a decisive advantage: one of the lowest corporate tax rates in Switzerland, combined with a globally respected legal framework, English-language business culture, and proximity to Zurich's financial infrastructure.

Criteria GmbH AG Sole Prop.
Min. Capital CHF 20k CHF 100k None
Liability Limited Limited Unlimited
Share Transfer Restricted Freely tradeable N/A
Governance Simple Board required Minimal
International trust High Very high Low
Timeline

From Decision to Registered Entity

Five clear steps. We handle the complexity — you stay focused on your business.

Submit Your Details
Complete our secure onboarding form with shareholder IDs, business description, and share plan.
15 minutes of your time
We Prepare Your Documents
Our team drafts articles of association, conducts the name availability check, and prepares all notary documentation.
1-2 business days
Notary Appointment
We coordinate the notary appointment. You can attend in person or via power of attorney if abroad.
Half a day — we coordinate everything
Commercial Register Filing
We submit to the Cantonal Register of Commerce in Zug. Approval is typically within 2-3 business days.
2-3 business days
You Receive Your CHE Number
Your GmbH is live. We deliver your complete formation package including CHE number, extract, and bank introduction letter.
Day 5 — your company is active
What you need to provide

Requirements Checklist

Five items. That is all we need to get started — we handle everything else.

  • Valid passport or national ID of all shareholders and managing directors
  • Proof of residential address — recent utility bill or bank statement (less than 3 months old)
  • Three company name choices in order of preference, for availability verification
  • Share distribution plan — percentage allocation among shareholders
  • Business description — a short paragraph on the planned activities of the GmbH
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 to fulfill this requirement.
+CHF 250 / 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
Introduction letter is included in the base package. Upgrade to assisted opening with a dedicated relationship manager and pre-screened bank partners.
+CHF 290
Annual Accounting Setup
We configure your chart of accounts, connect recommended Swiss accounting software, and brief your team on Swiss statutory requirements.
+CHF 190
Transparent pricing

No Hidden Costs. Ever.

Every franc is accounted for before you commit. Third-party costs are passed through at cost with no markup.

Swiss GmbH Formation — Full Breakdown

Includes all services in the base package. Third-party costs are estimates.

Our professional fee (all preparation, filing, coordination) CHF 990
Notary fees (third-party, passed through at cost) ~CHF 300–500
Commercial Register filing fee (government fee) CHF 200
Total estimated CHF 1,490–1,690
No hidden costs guarantee — exact third-party invoices provided upon completion
Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The notary appointment typically requires physical presence or a certified power of attorney. We can coordinate a limited power of attorney arrangement for shareholders based abroad, allowing the process to proceed without travel in most cases. We advise on the most practical route for your specific situation.
The minimum share capital of CHF 20,000 must be fully paid in upon formation and deposited in a blocked formation account at a Swiss bank. Once the GmbH is entered in the commercial register, the funds are released and available for business use. This capital is not a cost — it belongs to the company.
Yes — foreign nationals can be shareholders without restriction. However, Swiss law requires that at least one managing director (Geschaftsfuhrer) be domiciled in Switzerland. Our resident director service fulfills this requirement, allowing fully foreign-owned GmbHs to operate compliantly.
Zug Canton offers an effective combined corporate tax rate of approximately 11.9%, among the lowest in Switzerland. This includes federal, cantonal, and municipal taxes. Precise rates depend on taxable profit levels and the specific municipality within Zug, and we recommend consulting a qualified Swiss tax advisor for your specific situation.
A Swiss GmbH must maintain Swiss-standard bookkeeping, file annual tax returns with the cantonal and federal authorities, and hold an annual shareholders' meeting. Revenue below CHF 500,000 is subject to simplified accounting standards. If you add our Annual Accounting Setup service, we brief you and your team on all obligations before you go live.
Limited to 5 new formations per month — current availability: 3 slots

Register My Swiss GmbH

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