Public Company in Switzerland
In Switzerland, the public limited company, or Ltd. (AG), is a common and essential legal construct. When forming a division, international corporations frequently employ this corporate structure. When founding a PLC using our management services, you are authorized to pick your firm’s name. The professionals evaluate your startup expenditures, allowing you to create a consistent forecast and precisely assess your enterprise funding requirements. Finally, the professionals will assist you in registering your public corporation and submitting all essential documents.
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With us, you don’t have to go through any registration troubles alone. You can focus entirely on your business’s growth while skilled consultants handle all registration procedures. Our facility offers the following registration solutions:
- Assist in determining which sort of business is most suited to your needs,
- Advising on what permits is needed for your company,
- Opening a corporate account,
- Collecting and submitting the essential documents,
- Assist you with the registry fees,
- Obtain a VAT and EORI number,
- Acquiring a registration certificate from the Register of Trade and Companies.
Public Company registration conditions
The few crucial prerequisites for starting a public company are budgeting the development expenses, deciding the business name, registering it in the Trade Register (that will also facilitate your legitimacy with private entities), and measuring the sum of your share capital.
As of July 1, 2016, public limited corporations have been required to maintain a share registry that includes the contact information of authorized stockholders and company members. Every worker of your PLC (Inc.) will be required to sign up with the compensation fund.
Timeline
The registration procedure typically requires two to four weeks, following which the firm becomes a legal construct.
Fees
The fee of registering a corporation with the federal government is CHF 600. Regional governments then tack on surcharges, bringing the total amount to around CHF 1,000.
Compulsory regulation
At first, you have to be a Swiss national to work as a self-employed individual or as an owner of a corporate body. The minimum capital necessary for the creation of a corporation is CHF 100,000. All enterprises (with a sales revenue of at least CHF 500,000) are required to keep accurate financial reports and to keep accrual data and related documents for ten years. There must be at least one shareholder and one member of the board of directors, who may be the same individual. There is no limit to the individual’s obligation; however, their name must appear on the trademark. Finally, if your overall revenues surpass CHF 100,000, you must register with the Chamber of Commerce.
Documents
The following are the documents needed to register a business For foreign entrepreneurs:
- Photocopy of passport,
- Evidence of address,
- Financial statements.
Documents identifying a company’s shareholders, - The passport and current residence verification of the Swiss citizen executives,
- The share capital placement document issued by the bank.
Eestiltd submits the client’s business registration materials and tax registration application. We also arrange a candidate to meet with the legislative responsibility if the firm does not have any Swiss nationals.
Consultation about Public Company registration
The consultation services we offer for registering a Public Company are intended to assist you through all stages of setting up your business in Switzerland. Our professional advisors will help you with everything from preparing the initial paperwork to acquiring the required permits and registrations, ensuring a seamless and effective process. We offer tailored advice on legal obligations, share capital, and company structure to assist you in making well-informed choices that match your business objectives.
Ownership management
Managing the ownership of a Public Company is a intricate yet essential responsibility. Our services involve dealing with alterations in ownership, supervising beneficial owners, and monitoring ownership transfers. We guarantee that all ownership modifications are accurately recorded and adhere to the most recent regulations.
Corporate structure changes
As your business grows, your corporate structure may also need to adapt. If you require alterations such as replacing directors, updating nominee details, or making other structural changes, we offer a range of services to help make these transitions easier and more effective.
Share capital management
Managing your company’s share capital is essential for its financial well-being. Our services are available to assist you in raising, decreasing, selling, and transferring share capital, guaranteeing that all actions are completed precisely and in compliance with the law.
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