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Do I have the right, as an employee, to establish my own business (GmbH, AG, sole proprietorship) nevertheless?

Under swiss law, in the vast majority of cases the employment contract requires the employee to obtain the employer’s approval in advance. The consent will normally be given if the employee does not compete against the employer in his second activity and if the employee’s performance does not suffer. Absent a contrary agreement, the employee […] more

Which requirements has an american company to fulfill in order to become shareholder of a swiss GmbH or of a swiss AG?

If an american company wishes to participate in a swiss limited liability company (GmbH) or in a swiss corporation (AG), it has to provide evidence of its existence. In order to do so, a current “certificate of good standing” with Apostille, issued by the Secretary of State, is required. This document acts as an accredited […] more

Does a foreign national require a residency in Switzerland to found a sole proprietorship in Switzerland?

No, it’s not mandatory any more! A domicile in Switzerland newly fulfills the requirements for the foundation of a sole proprietorship. Are you searching for a domicile in Switzerland? STARTUPS.CH will be happy to help you. Preferably you establish the foundation of your company with STARTUPS.CH. STARTUPS.CH will provide you with professional guidance before and […] more