Swiss Commercial Register — Official Process
Register Your Swiss Company From CHF 149
GmbH or AG incorporated in Canton Zug — the most business-friendly Swiss canton. 100% remote process. Company operational in ~3 weeks.
~3 wks
Time to incorporation
CHF 149
Setup fee only
100%
Remote process
CHF 0
Notary fee with UBS
Swiss Commercial Register
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Choose Your Swiss Legal Structure
Canton Zug offers the most favorable conditions in Switzerland — 11.85% effective corporate tax rate, simple administration, and access to the entire Swiss legal framework.
Most Popular
GmbH
Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung
Min. capitalCHF 20,000
Paid-inCHF 20,000
Shareholders1 minimum
Directors1 min (1 CH resident)
AuditOptional (<10 FTE)
Best forSME, freelancers, startups
AG
Aktiengesellschaft
Min. capitalCHF 100,000
Paid-inCHF 50,000 (50%)
Shareholders1 minimum
Directors1 min (1 CH resident)
AuditOptional (<10 FTE)
Best forInvestors, IPO, holdings
Prerequisites
What You Need to Register
Swiss company registration is simpler than most European jurisdictions. Non-residents can incorporate 100% remotely with minimal requirements.
Identity (Passport)
Valid passport or national ID for all shareholders and directors. No Swiss residency required for shareholders.
CH Resident Director
At least one director must have Swiss residency. VOZ provides a professional domicile director if needed.
Registered Address
Swiss registered address in Zug required. Included with any VOZ domiciliation plan from CHF 29/month.
Share Capital
GmbH: CHF 20,000 fully paid. AG: CHF 50,000 minimum (50% of CHF 100,000). Deposited in a Swiss bank account.
Company Name
Unique name not already registered in ZEFIX. Must include GmbH or AG suffix. Check availability instantly above.
Formation Process
10 Steps to Your Swiss Company
From payment to Commercial Register publication — a fully remote, transparent process managed by licensed Swiss notaries.
1
Pay VOZ Setup Fee
Pay CHF 149 to access your personal dashboard and our licensed notary formation tool.
Day 1
2
Access Dashboard & Notary Tool
Instant access to your secure dashboard with step-by-step formation guidance and notary liaison.
Day 1
3
Enter Company Data Online
Submit company name, purpose, shareholders, directors, and share capital online. UBS or Valiant + Zero Concern = CHF 0 notary fees.
Day 1–2
4
Notary Contacts Within 24h
Your assigned Swiss notary reviews your submission and sends required documents by secure email within 24 hours.
Day 2–3
5
Receive Capital Deposit Account
UBS or Valiant Bank sends your temporary capital deposit account details. This is separate from your future operating account.
Day 3–5
6
Deposit Share Capital
Transfer share capital by wire: CHF 20,000 for GmbH, or CHF 50,000 minimum for AG. International wire accepted.
Day 4–7
7
Sign Articles of Association
Sign articles of association remotely via secure e-signature or notarized documents. No in-person visit required.
Day 5–10
8
Bank Issues Capital Certificate
The bank confirms receipt of share capital and issues a capital deposit certificate directly to your notary.
Day 7–12
9
Notary Submits to Commercial Register
Your notary prepares and submits all incorporation documents to the Zug Cantonal Commercial Register.
Day 10–15
10
Company Published in Register
Your company appears in the Swiss Commercial Register (ZEFIX) — legally incorporated and ready to operate.
~Day 21
Pricing
Full Cost Breakdown
No hidden fees. Complete transparency on every cost involved in forming a Swiss company with VOZ.
| Item | Standard | With VOZ + UBS |
|---|---|---|
| VOZ Setup Fee | — | CHF 149 |
| Notary Fees | CHF 2,500–4,500 | CHF 0 (via UBS Zero Concern) |
| Commercial Register Fee | CHF 550 | CHF 550 |
| Domiciliation Zug (year 1) | CHF 3,600–5,000 | CHF 708/yr (VOZ Essential) |
| Share Capital GmbH | CHF 20,000 | CHF 20,000 (your asset) |
| Share Capital AG | CHF 50,000 | CHF 50,000 (your asset) |
| Business Bank Account | CHF 200–500/yr | CHF 0 (UBS Business Basic) |
| Total formation cost (GmbH) | CHF 6,850–10,550+ | CHF 1,407 |
You save with VOZ + UBS Zero Concern package
CHF 0
Average saving vs. standard fiduciary route (CHF 5,443–9,143)
CHF 0 notary fees
CHF 550 register fees
CHF 0 bank account
100% remote
Banking
Swiss Business Banking Partners
Open your Swiss business bank account simultaneously with company formation. Dedicated capital deposit accounts, fast onboarding, English support.
UBS
Zero Concern Partner
- CHF 0 notary fees + CHF 550 register fee (Zero Concern)
- Business Basic account CHF 0/year
- Capital deposit account in 2–3 days
- Digital onboarding, English support
- IBAN in 5 business days
- e-Banking from day 1
Valiant
Regional Swiss Bank
- CHF 0 notary fees (partner program)
- Business account from CHF 8/month
- Fast capital deposit processing
- Strong SME focus
- Swiss-only operations
- German / French support
Neon / Zak
Digital Banking Option
- 100% digital onboarding
- Business accounts from CHF 0/month
- Instant IBAN provisioning
- App-based management
- Ideal for tech companies
- Multi-currency support
Success Stories
Founders Who Registered Through VOZ
Real results from founders across 40+ countries who used our platform to incorporate in Switzerland.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Swiss company registration with VOZ.
No. The entire process is 100% remote. Shareholders, directors, and founders can be located anywhere in the world. All document signing is handled via secure e-signature or notarized apostille documents sent by courier. You will only need to transfer share capital by international wire — no in-person presence at any point.
For a GmbH with the UBS Zero Concern package: CHF 149 (VOZ setup fee) + CHF 20,000 (share capital, which remains your asset). Notary fees (CHF 2,500–4,500) and the UBS business bank account are covered by the UBS Zero Concern program at CHF 0. The Commercial Register fee (CHF 550) applies in all cases. Compare to the traditional route: CHF 6,850–10,550+ in total fees.
Yes, but at least one director (or the sole director) with signatory rights must be a Swiss resident. You can be a shareholder without any residency requirement. If you do not have a Swiss resident to act as director, VOZ offers a professional director service — contact us to discuss this arrangement.
Typically 3 weeks from payment to Commercial Register publication. The process breaks down as: Days 1–3 (data submission and notary contact), Days 3–10 (capital deposit account setup and share capital transfer), Days 10–15 (article signing and document preparation), Days 15–21 (Commercial Register processing and publication). The timeline depends partly on how quickly you respond to document requests and transfer share capital.
Canton Zug has the lowest effective corporate tax rate in Switzerland at approximately 11.85% (combined federal, cantonal, and communal taxes). This compares to 19.7% in Zurich, 14.6% in Schwyz, and even higher rates in cantons like Bern or Vaud. Zug also offers a patent box regime reducing the effective rate to as low as 8.8% on qualifying IP income.
Yes. Through VOZ's UBS and Valiant partnerships, your Swiss company can open a business account regardless of where shareholders or directors reside. The capital deposit account (required for formation) and the subsequent operating account are both accessible to foreign founders. UBS Business Basic is CHF 0/year and includes e-banking, IBAN, and SEPA/SWIFT transfers.
Yes. Every Swiss company must have a registered address in the canton of incorporation. VOZ provides official domiciliation addresses in Baar, Cham, Steinhausen, and Zug City. Addresses start from CHF 29/month and include mail scanning, forwarding, and compliance with cantonal requirements. The address appears on your Commercial Register entry and all official documents.
Once the company is registered in the Commercial Register, the capital deposit account is released and the funds are transferred to your company's regular operating account. The share capital (CHF 20,000 for GmbH) is a company asset — it appears on your balance sheet and can be used for operating expenses. It is not a fee or a deposit that you lose.
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