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Company Incorporation

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Form a Swiss GmbH or AG — a premium, stable base with strong banking. Attorney-led, fixed fees.

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Switzerland is the premium choice for a stable, prestigious European base with first-class banking. Maalouf Law Firm advises on the GmbH versus AG decision and forms your Swiss company with the banking that goes with it.

Overview

Why Switzerland?

  • Global prestige and stability
  • world-class banking
  • a competitive, predictable tax environment
  • strong legal protections
  • a respected base for holding and trading.
Process

How it works

  1. Consultation
  2. GmbH or AG decision
  3. Capital and statutes
  4. Registration
  5. Banking and compliance
In detail

What we handle

  • Jurisdiction and structure advice, matched to your market and tax position
  • Name check and reservation
  • Preparation and filing of all formation documents
  • Registered agent or registered address where required
  • Corporate documents and certified copies
  • Guidance toward banking and ongoing compliance
In detail

What we will ask from you

  • A clear copy of each owner’s and director’s passport
  • Proof of residential address for each owner and director
  • A short description of what the company will do
  • Details of the owners and the ultimate beneficial owners
  • Your preferred company name, plus one or two alternatives
In detail

After the company is formed

  • Open a business bank account — we guide and support your application
  • Register for the relevant tax numbers and understand your filing duties
  • Set up a compliance calendar so annual filings and renewals are never missed
  • Obtain apostilled or certified copies of your documents when a bank or counterparty requires them
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

GmbH or AG?

The GmbH suits smaller owner-run businesses; the AG suits larger ventures and those seeking prestige and share flexibility.

Is there a local-director requirement?

Switzerland requires local representation in many cases — we arrange compliant solutions.

How long does formation take?

Timelines depend on the jurisdiction and on the completeness of your documents. We confirm a realistic timeline in your written quote and keep you informed at each step.

What does it cost?

We quote a fixed legal fee in writing before work begins. Government, registry and registered-agent charges are set by third parties and listed separately and clearly.

Who looks after the company after formation?

We can. Renewals, registered-agent services and annual filings can be added as a fixed annual engagement, so one team stays responsible for your structure.

This page is general information, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is formed by reading it. Program, tax and filing rules change; we confirm the specifics for your situation at consultation.

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