Switzerland is an international trade and finance center and one of the freest economies worldwide, with liberal market policies and a low tax regime along with a long tradition of political, economic and financial stability.
Due to its limited area, its lack of natural resources and relatively low population, its economic policy is oriented towards foreign free trade, with low import duties and just a few import quotas, most aimed at the agricultural sector.
In addition to having access to a market of million people due to its free trade agreement with the European Union, providing duty-free trade and free movement of capital and labor. A tier-1 developed infrastructure, an efficient capital market and strong financial system, currency stability, a liberal labor market, an efficient and reliable regulatory environment, a high-skilled and highly productive workforce, have made Switzerland the chosen location for international large firms and SMEs to establish their headquarters in Europe.
Switzerland is also one of the largest financial centers worldwide. Swiss banks offer top-notch corporate banking facilities and a broad range of banking services, investment funds, and insurance services, among others. The Swiss Franc is seen as a safe-haven against currency fluctuations and instability. All in all, Switzerland is an excellent jurisdiction for global parent companies, IP holding, banking, international trading, and European headquarters. The company may be domiciled in one of the following cities: Zug , Zurich , Geneva , Luzern or Lugano.
It generally takes business days to open a capital account for depositing the paid-up capital and preparing the incorporation documents. It takes another days for arranging an appointment with a notary public, subject to availability. After holding the incorporation meeting with the notary public, the incorporation deed and articles will be filed with the Commercial Register.
