Sole proprietorship
No minimum capital
Simple to start, but without full separation between your personal assets and the business.
Start my company
Choose a legal form that fits your situation
Capital is only one factor. You should also weigh liability, administration and your growth plans.
Three forms, three frameworks
Sàrl/GmbH
CHF 20'000.-
Capital fully paid up. The company has its own legal personality.
SA (Ltd)
CHF 100'000.-
At least CHF 50'000.- paid up, subject to the applicable legal rules.
Legal source: Swiss Code of Obligations, Art. 621, 632 and 773. The final choice depends on your case.
What we take care of for you
- 01
Clarify the activity and the partners
- 02
Compare suitable legal forms
- 03
Coordinate documents and parties involved
- 04
Set up accounting and payroll
| Form | Fidubam fees | Third-party fees on top |
|---|---|---|
| Sole proprietorship | CHF 590.- | Commercial register fees estimated at CHF 120.–200.- in addition. A notary is normally not required. |
| Sàrl/GmbH | CHF 1'490.- | Notary and commercial register fees estimated at CHF 800.–1'200.- in addition. |
| SA (Ltd) | CHF 1'890.- | Notary and commercial register fees estimated at CHF 1'000.–1'500.- in addition. |
All amounts are exclusive of VAT. The 8.1% VAT (MWST) is added for VAT-registered clients. Third-party fees are estimates and vary by canton and file.