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Legal Services and Protection in Switzerland

Switzerland as a Jurisdiction for Foreign Business

Switzerland is one of the world’s most stable and prestigious jurisdictions, offering a highly developed financial sector, strong investment appeal, and a robust legal system. The country provides international businesses with access to one of the leading financial markets, while requiring compliance with cantonal regulations, corporate requirements, and FINMA rules for regulated companies.

COREDO has been supporting businesses in Switzerland since 2016 — from corporate structuring and company formation to licensing and communication with FINMA.

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Cost of the services
from 500 EUR

Business Environment in Switzerland

Taxation

Switzerland applies a federal and cantonal tax system. The effective corporate tax rate ranges from approximately 11.85% to 21.6%, depending on the canton. VAT registration is mandatory for companies with annual turnover above CHF 100,000. Since 2025, new VAT rules also apply to electronic marketplace operators.

Licensing

The financial sector, including banking, insurance, securities and fintech, is regulated by FINMA. Crypto-related activities require membership in a FINMA-recognized self-regulatory organization (SRO). Licensing is also required for healthcare, gambling, and other regulated industries.

Reporting and Compliance

Companies must maintain accounting records under the Swiss Code of Obligations and submit annual financial statements in CHF. External audit is mandatory for many companies. The revDSG data protection requirements apply to organizations processing personal data of Swiss residents.

Our Services in Switzerland

COREDO provides a full range of legal services for foreign companies operating in Switzerland:

Company registration and legal form selection

advisory on GmbH and AG, cantonal comparison by tax burden, structuring with a resident director

Drafting and review of corporate documents

articles of association, shareholder agreements, operational documents

Legal analysis and contract preparation

commercial contracts, SLA, NDA, partnership agreements

Transaction and negotiation support

M&A, investment deals, corporate restructuring

Representation before authorities and FINMA

obtaining permits, interaction with the regulator, defence during inspections

Tax and legal structuring advisory

selection of the optimal canton, tax planning, AML and compliance

Legislative monitoring

timely notification of changes in federal and cantonal law

Who Turns to Us

COREDO’s legal protection in Switzerland is designed for:

Foreign companies planning market entry into Switzerland or already operating in the country

Non-residents with assets or operations in Switzerland requiring legal support

Fintech and financial companies operating under FINMA supervision — banks, brokers, payment systems

Crypto companies obtaining SRO membership or undergoing FINMA licensing procedures

Startups and technology companies structuring a holding with a Swiss entity

Companies with cross-border operations between the EU and Switzerland requiring compliance with the bilateral legal framework

How We Work

Initial consultation

we analyse the client’s legal situation, company structure, and objectives in Switzerland.

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Legal audit

we review documentation, assess compliance with cantonal and federal legislation, and identify risks.

02

Strategy development

we prepare an action plan: company structure, tax planning, documentation.

03

Legal support

document preparation, negotiation management, representation before FINMA and other authorities.

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Ongoing support and monitoring

tracking legislative changes, timely updates to documentation.

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Timelines

Legal Opinion:

approximately 1 week — standard timeframe

One-off consultation (up to 5 hours):

1–2 business days

Legal Outsourcing start:

3–5 business days

Contract documentation:

5–10 business days

Pricing

Service	Cost
Legal Opinion	from EUR 500
Legal Outsourcing — 5 hours	EUR 550
Legal Outsourcing — 10 hours	EUR 1,000
Legal Outsourcing — 20 hours	EUR 1,800
Legal Outsourcing — 40 hours	EUR 3,200
Legal Outsourcing — 80 hours	EUR 5,600
Legal Outsourcing — 160 hours	EUR 9,600
One-off consultation Basic (up to 5 h)	EUR 130/hour
One-off consultation Standard (from 20 h)	EUR 100/hour
One-off consultation Premium (from 80 h)	EUR 80/hour

Pricing depends on the complexity and scope of work. Submit a request for a tailored estimate.

Our Experts

Pavel Kos

Head of Legal. At COREDO since June 2017. Has led the legal team since 2020. Specialises in corporate law, licensing, and cross-border transactions across European jurisdictions.

Basang Ungunov

Lawyer. At COREDO since June 2022. LLM in civil law. Specialises in legal analysis of contracts, preparation of Legal Opinions, and support for clients in regulated jurisdictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does legal protection for businesses in Switzerland include?

The service covers company registration, legal audit, drafting and review of contracts, transaction support, representation before FINMA and courts, and monitoring of changes in federal and cantonal legislation.

Can a non-resident independently manage a Swiss company?

No. Under Swiss law, a company must have at least one Swiss resident with signing authority. COREDO helps establish the appropriate corporate structure to meet these requirements.

How much does legal support in Switzerland cost?

Legal Opinion — from EUR 500, with a timeframe of approximately 1 week. Legal Outsourcing packages range from EUR 550 (5 hours) to EUR 9,600 (160 hours). One-off consultations: EUR 80–130/hour depending on volume.

How quickly can COREDO start working?

Project start — 3–5 business days. A Legal Opinion is prepared within approximately 1 week.

Can COREDO represent a company before FINMA?

Yes. COREDO provides support in interacting with FINMA: preparing licensing documentation, responding to regulator enquiries, and representing interests during inspections and approval procedures.

Does COREDO work with fintech and crypto companies in Switzerland?

Yes. COREDO has experience supporting companies obtaining SRO membership under FINMA supervision and provides legal support to fintech, EMI, and CASP companies.

Contact Us — Legal Support in Switzerland

Our experts are ready to help. Submit a request — we will get back to you within 1 business day.

Phone: +420 228 886 867 Email: info@coredo.eu Office: K Cervenemu dvoru 3269/25a, Prague, 130 00, Czech Republic