How to Open a Swiss Company as a Non-Resident — AG and GmbH Explained (2026)
Switzerland offers one of Europe's lowest cantonal tax rates (Zug: 11.9%, Nidwalden: 11.97%, Appenzell Innerrhoden: 12.66%).
Switzerland offers one of Europe's lowest cantonal tax rates (Zug: 11.9%, Nidwalden: 11.97%, Appenzell Innerrhoden: 12.66%). AG (Aktiengesellschaft) minimum capital: CHF 100,000. GmbH: CHF 20,000. Formation requires Swiss-resident director. Complex AML regulations and bank due diligence. Best for established businesses with genuine Swiss substance — not for startup-phase founders. Annual cost: CHF 8,000–20,000+.
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