Startups.ch Blog

Your company, your path: inspiration, knowledge & success stories for founders in Switzerland. Here you will find tips, tools and insider knowledge to found your company carefree or take it to the next level!

Which legal structure should a cross-border worker choose?

Comparison of legal structures available in Switzerland for a cross-border worker: sole proprietorship, LLC, PLC. Selection criteria, required capital, liability and management obligations.

Setting up an LLC in Switzerland as a cross-border worker

Complete guide to setting up an LLC in Switzerland as a cross-border worker: minimum capital of CHF 20,000, requirement for a manager domiciled in Switzerland, Commercial Register registration steps,

Setting up a sole proprietorship in Switzerland as a cross-border worker

How to set up a sole proprietorship in Switzerland as a cross-border worker: conditions, Commercial Register registration, AHV affiliation, tax implications and limits of this legal structure.

Setting up a company in Switzerland as a cross-border worker

Practical guide for cross-border workers wishing to set up a company in Switzerland: legal status, G permit, possible company structures and tax and social implications.

How to easily set up a company in Switzerland as a French national

Simplified guide for French nationals wishing to set up a company in Switzerland: choosing a legal structure, finding a fiduciary, opening an account, registering and getting started quickly.

Setting up acompany in Switzerland as a French national

Complete guide for French nationals wishing to set up a company in Switzerland: residency conditions, legal structures, required capital and administrative procedures.

Starting a Business in Switzerland as a Foreigner: Complete Guide (2026)

Starting a business in Switzerland as a foreigner requires a valid residence permit (B or C for residents, G for cross-border workers) and proof of project viability.

Newly founded companies in Switzerland (February 2026): clear rebound after a moderate January

After a more moderate start to the year, business formation activity has clearly gained momentum.

Starting a sole proprietorship in Switzerland: the easiest way to become self-employed (Guide 2026)

A sole proprietorship is the easiest way to become self-employed in Switzerland: no start-up capital, minimal bureaucracy, and a flexible structure—ideal for sole traders and founders.