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Creating a corporation (SA) in Switzerland: capital and procedures
The SA (joint-stock company) requires a minimum share capital of CHF 100'000, of which at least CHF 50'000 must be paid up at the time of formation (art. 620 and 632 CO). Formalities: (1) authenticated articles of association with a notary; (2) constitutional deed signed by the founders; (3) payment of capital into an escrow account…
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Applicable statutory provisions
- CO 620 — Joint-stock company
- CO 632 — Minimum share capital
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Critical Deadlines
- Preparation of articles of association and capital — immediate
- Authentic deed of incorporation — in the 30 days (CO 620 / CO 632 / CO 718)
- Registration in the commercial register — 5 to 15 days business days
- Appeal against the decision of the registry office — 30 days from notification (ORC 165)
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