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Starting a Swiss Company From Abroad | SwissFirm

International entrepreneurs do not necessarily have to move to Switzerland to establish a Swiss business. A foreign resident can generally own a GmbH or AG while continuing to live abroad, provided the company meets the relevant Swiss corporate requirements.
SwissFirm helps international founders set up a Swiss company online and organise the necessary local infrastructure.

Ownership From Outside Switzerland

Living abroad does not generally prevent an individual from becoming a shareholder of a Swiss company. However, Swiss companies must be capable of being represented by at least one person who resides in Switzerland.
Depending on the legal form, this may be a managing director, director or board member with the appropriate authority to represent the company.
The Swiss SME Portal provides further information for foreign nationals planning to establish businesses in Switzerland.

Creating a Local Corporate Presence

A Swiss company also needs an official registered office in Switzerland, even when its shareholders and founders live abroad. Entrepreneurs without their own premises can arrange a professional company address in Switzerland.
This address is recorded in the Commercial Register and serves as an official point of contact for the company.

Managing the Business Remotely

Once incorporated, foreign-owned companies must continue to meet Swiss accounting, tax and reporting obligations. Banks may also examine beneficial ownership, source of funds, planned activities and international transactions when reviewing corporate account applications.
Owning a Swiss company does not automatically require the shareholder to obtain Swiss residency. Immigration and work-permit requirements become relevant if the entrepreneur plans to relocate and personally work in Switzerland.

Build Your Swiss Business From Abroad

With a suitable legal structure, registered office and local representation, international founders can establish a Swiss business without relocating. SwissFirm can assist with coordinating the key steps needed to create and maintain a compliant Swiss corporate presence.
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2026-08-26 00:25