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Incorporation of a company limited by shares

Set up your company limited by shares. We provide the required documentation and information to set up your company and register it with the Trade Register. We follow up on the company's incorporation and registration, and assist you with any questions you may have.

The company limited by shares offers the advantage of capital companies, which is to limit the liability of its owners, and also offers them anonymity, as their name does not appear in the Trade Register.

To set up a company limited by shares, a minimum share capital of CHF 100'000.- is required. However, it is possible to deposit only CHF 50'000.-, upon incorporation. In order to set up the company, it is necessary to prepare articles of association, a declaration of non-takeover within the meaning of the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Immovable Property in Switzerland by Foreign Non-Residents (ANRA), a certificate of deposit of the share capital (provided by a banking institution), as well as an opting-out declaration, if the company chooses not to proceed to a limited audit of its accounts. The deed of incorporation must be notarized. The company's founders can be represented by signing a power of attorney. Once the company has been incorporated, it is necessary to register it with the Trade Register.

The costs of incorporation depend mainly on the amount of share capital. Legalify offers to assist you in the process of setting up your limited liability company, from CHF 1'300.-. The amount paid on our platform includes the notary's fees for incorporating the company and Legalify's costs. It does not include the Trade Register registration fees, nor the fees for opening a deposit account, which must be paid afterwards.

Set up your company limited by shares quickly and easily.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum capital for a company limited by shares (SA)?
The minimum share capital of an SA is CHF 100,000. At least 20% of each share, and no less than CHF 50,000, must be paid up at incorporation.
How long does it take to form an SA?
After the notarised deed is signed and the capital is deposited, registration with the Commercial Register takes a few days. Allow around one to three weeks.
Can an SA be founded by a single person?
Yes. An SA can be incorporated by a single shareholder, whether an individual or a legal entity.
What is the difference between an SA and a Sàrl?
An SA requires higher capital (CHF 100,000 vs CHF 20,000) and allows shareholder anonymity, while a Sàrl is simpler and cheaper, with its members listed in the Commercial Register.
What does Legalify handle?
Legalify prepares the articles of association and all incorporation documents, and supports you through to Commercial Register registration, from CHF 1,300.