Crypto Valley — Zug, Switzerland

Crypto Valley Office
in Zug, Switzerland

Join the 1,000+ blockchain companies registered in Canton Zug — home of Ethereum Foundation, Cardano, Solana Foundation, and the world’s most crypto-friendly regulatory environment. Get your registered Zug address today.

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1,000+
Blockchain firms in Zug
0%
Capital gains on private crypto
48h
Address activation
AMLA
Compliant domiciliation
The Crypto Valley Advantage

Why Zug Is the Global Home of Blockchain

Since the Ethereum Foundation chose Zug in 2014, the canton has become the undisputed world capital of blockchain — not by accident, but by design.

No Capital Gains Tax on Crypto

Switzerland does not impose capital gains tax on private cryptocurrency holdings. For qualifying blockchain entities, this creates substantial structural advantages unavailable in most jurisdictions.

FINMA Regulatory Clarity

FINMA published the world's first clear ICO/token guidance in 2018. Three token categories, transparent rules, no ambiguity. The regulatory framework is rigorous but predictable — ideal for serious projects.

World-Class Ecosystem

Ethereum Foundation, Cardano Foundation, Solana Foundation, Dfinity, Shapeshift, Bitcoin Suisse — all based in Canton Zug. Access unparalleled talent, investors, and partnerships.

Crypto-Accepting Canton

Since 2021 Canton Zug accepts Bitcoin and Ethereum for tax payments up to CHF 100,000 — a powerful signal of the canton's genuine embrace of digital assets at governmental level.

DLT Act 2021

Switzerland enacted the DLT Act — the world's first comprehensive distributed ledger technology legislation — providing legal certainty for tokenised assets, DeFi protocols, and digital securities.

11.9% Corporate Tax Rate

Effective combined cantonal and federal corporate tax in Zug is ~11.9% — among the lowest in the OECD for a G20-approved, FATF-compliant jurisdiction. No compromise on credibility.

Swiss Token Framework

FINMA Token Categories — Which One Is Your Project?

Switzerland published the world’s first clear token classification framework in 2018. Understanding which category applies is the first step to structuring your project correctly.

Payment Token

Bitcoin, Stablecoins, Native Currencies

No securities regulation applies. AML/KYC rules under AMLA. Most straightforward structure for payment-focused projects. Canton Zug accepts BTC and ETH for tax payments.

Lowest regulatory burden
Utility Token

Access Rights, Protocol Tokens, Governance

May be exempt from securities law if purely functional at launch. FINMA evaluates economic substance. Most DeFi, Web3, and DAO projects structure as utility tokens under Swiss law.

Most common structure
Asset Token

Tokenised Securities, Equity, Debt

Treated as securities — full FINMA oversight, prospectus requirements, licensing may be required. The DLT Act (2021) provides a clear legal framework for tokenised assets and digital securities.

Full FINMA oversight

Not sure which category applies to your project? Ask our VOZ AI Assistant or book a free consultation.

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The Process

How to Register Your Blockchain Company in Zug

1

Choose Your Plan

Select a VOZ domiciliation plan from CHF 99/month. Our Zug address is immediately suitable for commercial register filings. No physical visit required — 100% remote from anywhere in the world.

2

Complete KYC Documentation

Swiss AML law requires identity verification of beneficial owners. We guide you through the AMLA Art. 119 process entirely online via your encrypted secure portal.

3

Register with a Notary

Your lawyer or our recommended notary prepares the deed of incorporation. GmbH: CHF 20,000 share capital. AG: CHF 100,000. Commercial Register entry within 5–10 business days. Notary fees CHF 0 via our UBS partnership.

The Ecosystem

Your Company Joins the World’s Top Blockchain Ecosystem

  • Ethereum Foundation — registered Zug, 2014
  • Cardano Foundation — Zug
  • Solana Foundation — Zug
  • Dfinity Foundation — Zug
  • Bitcoin Suisse — Zug
  • ShapeShift — Zug

1,000+ blockchain and digital asset companies call Canton Zug home. Your Zug address places you in this ecosystem immediately — recognized by exchanges, investors, and regulators worldwide.

2014
Year Ethereum chose Zug
1,000+
Blockchain firms registered
0%
Capital gains on private crypto
2021
Swiss DLT Act — world’s first
Transparent Pricing

Get Your Crypto Valley Address

Start with domiciliation. Add formation when you are ready.

Domiciliation — Zug
CHF 99 /month
+ CHF 59 one-time setup
  • Official Zug registered address
  • Mail scanning within 24h
  • Fiduciary certificate
  • Handelsregister compatible
  • AMLA compliant
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Most Popular
GmbH Formation
CHF 149 setup fee
+ CHF 20,000 share capital · CHF 0 notary
  • Full GmbH formation
  • CHE number within 5 days
  • Commercial Register entry
  • FINMA-compatible structure
  • UBS account support
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Swiss Director
CHF 3,000 /year
Licensed Swiss resident director
  • Licensed Swiss resident director
  • Satisfies CH residency requirement
  • AML/KYC documentation
  • Quarterly compliance reports
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Client Stories

Crypto founders trust VOZ

★★★★★

“Our DeFi protocol needed a Zug address to be taken seriously by institutional LPs. VOZ had us live within 24 hours. The FINMA-compatible structure and Crypto Valley address opened doors that a BVI or Cayman would have kept closed.”

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A.M.DeFi Protocol Co-Founder · USA
★★★★★

“As a fund manager focused on digital assets, a Zug address was the only credible option. VOZ understood the requirements immediately — AMLA compliance, proper documentation, fast activation. Our exchange partners recognized the Zug entity immediately.”

K
K.L.Digital Asset Fund Manager · Singapore
★★★★★

“We issued a utility token and needed Swiss legal certainty. VOZ connected us with the right advisors for our FINMA assessment while providing the registered address and vault for our legal documentation.”

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T.N.Web3 Founder · Germany
Digital Tools for Crypto Founders

Everything your Swiss crypto structure needs.

VOZ AI Assistant

Ask unlimited Swiss law questions — FINMA compliance, token classification, tax obligations, corporate law.

CHF 9/month
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VOZ Vault

Encrypted Swiss storage for your whitepaper, legal opinions, KYC documents, and board resolutions.

From CHF 9/month
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VOZ Docs

Generate Swiss legal documents — NDAs, shareholder agreements, board resolutions, compliance checklists.

From CHF 9/month
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VOZ Suite

Bundle all digital tools and save 20% vs separate. The complete Swiss digital office for serious crypto founders.

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FAQ

Crypto Valley Office FAQ

No. The entire process is 100% remote. You submit your identity documents and company information online through our secure portal. KYC verification and address activation are completed digitally. For GmbH or AG formation, a notary deed is required — this can be handled by a Swiss notary on your behalf via power of attorney.
Switzerland does not impose capital gains tax on private cryptocurrency holdings — 0% for qualifying private investors. Corporate entities holding crypto as business assets are subject to standard corporate income tax on realized gains (~11.9% in Zug). Mining and professional trading may be treated as taxable income. We recommend consulting our VOZ AI Assistant or a Swiss tax advisor for your specific structure.
Yes. Swiss companies can accept cryptocurrency as payment for goods and services. Canton Zug itself accepts Bitcoin and Ethereum for tax payments up to CHF 100,000 since 2021. Crypto received as payment is treated as business income at the CHF equivalent on the date of receipt for accounting and tax purposes.
Legally, there is no separate "crypto company" structure in Switzerland — you form a standard GmbH or AG. What makes Crypto Valley Zug unique is the regulatory clarity (FINMA token guidance), the ecosystem of 1,000+ blockchain firms, the 0% capital gains on private crypto holdings, and the DLT Act (2021) providing legal certainty for tokenised assets. Your Zug address signals to exchanges, investors and regulators that your project operates in the world's most credible crypto jurisdiction.
FINMA classifies tokens into three categories: Payment tokens (e.g. Bitcoin) — no securities regulation, AML rules apply. Utility tokens — may be exempt from securities regulation if purely functional. Asset tokens — treated as securities, full FINMA oversight applies. Hybrid tokens may fall under multiple categories. FINMA guidance from 2018 provides the clearest token classification framework of any jurisdiction globally.
It depends on your activity. Pure utility token projects and non-custodial protocols typically do not require a FINMA licence. Exchanges, custodians and issuers of asset tokens require licensing or SRO membership under the AMLA. FINMA offers a no-action letter process for projects seeking regulatory clarity. We recommend a legal opinion before launching any token offering.
A registered Zug address starts at CHF 99/month. GmbH formation requires CHF 20,000 share capital plus our CHF 149 setup fee (notary fees CHF 0 via our UBS partnership). AG formation requires CHF 100,000 share capital. Swiss Director service is CHF 3,000/year. Most crypto projects start with domiciliation only and form the entity when ready.
Yes. A Swiss Zug address is one of the most widely recognized and trusted jurisdictions by crypto exchanges (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken), institutional investors, and VCs globally. It signals regulatory compliance, legal certainty, and operational credibility. Many exchanges require Swiss entities for certain listing categories.
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