{"id":389,"date":"2011-10-05T10:16:55","date_gmt":"2011-10-05T08:16:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/?p=389"},"modified":"2024-07-23T09:30:29","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T07:30:29","slug":"starting-a-sole-proprietorship-do-i-have-to-make-an-entry-in-the-commercial-register","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/starting-a-sole-proprietorship-do-i-have-to-make-an-entry-in-the-commercial-register\/","title":{"rendered":"Starting a Sole Proprietorship \u2013 Do I Have to Make an Entry in the Commercial Register?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Starting a sole proprietorship in Switzerland requires careful consideration of the <strong>commercial register entry<\/strong>. Essentially, a sole proprietorship must be registered with the Commercial Register if the annual turnover exceeds CHF 100,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"855\" data-attachment-id=\"6376\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/starting-a-sole-proprietorship-do-i-have-to-make-an-entry-in-the-commercial-register\/65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjsku2uysu-unsplash-1\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjSkU2UYSU-unsplash-1.jpg?fit=2426%2C1728&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2426,1728\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjSkU2UYSU-unsplash-1\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjSkU2UYSU-unsplash-1.jpg?fit=1200%2C855&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjSkU2UYSU-unsplash-1.jpg?fit=1200%2C855&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjSkU2UYSU-unsplash-1.jpg?resize=1200%2C855&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sole proprietor completing business registration forms with STARTUPS.CH guidance.\n\" class=\"wp-image-6376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjSkU2UYSU-unsplash-1.jpg?resize=1200%2C855&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjSkU2UYSU-unsplash-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C1094&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.startups.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/65cf8bee42e024c95bef9ff4_carlos-muza-hpjSkU2UYSU-unsplash-1.jpg?resize=2048%2C1459&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Register Even if It&#8217;s Not Mandatory?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though the annual turnover does not exceed CHF 100,000, an <strong>entry in the Commercial Register<\/strong> is recommended. Without an entry in the Commercial Register, it is difficult to close contracts, such as opening a business account or leasing a company car. An excerpt from the commercial register further evidences the existence of the sole proprietorship business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Registering Your Sole Proprietorship<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ease of Business Operations:<\/strong> Registering helps in smoother transactions, like opening a business bank account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Credibility:<\/strong> A registered business is seen as more credible by potential clients and partners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal Protection:<\/strong> Registration provides a layer of legal protection and formal recognition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional Guidance from STARTUPS.CH<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Preferably, you establish or convert your company with <strong>STARTUPS.CH<\/strong>. STARTUPS.CH will provide you with professional guidance before and after the foundation. Here you will be able to apply for a counselling interview and request free documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Choose STARTUPS.CH?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Expert Advice:<\/strong> Professional guidance to navigate Swiss business laws.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supportive Resources:<\/strong> Access to free documentation and counselling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comprehensive Services:<\/strong> Assistance with all aspects of business registration and management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Starting a sole proprietorship in Switzerland requires careful consideration of the commercial register entry. Essentially, a sole proprietorship must be registered with the Commercial Register if the annual turnover exceeds CHF 100,000. Why Register Even if It&#8217;s Not Mandatory? 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