Starting a corporate account in Switzerland is a profitable solution for trading companies. It is simply perfect if the company is already operating. A deposit of 5,000 francs / euros / US dollars is required. The account is opened fully online.
Your Reliable Swiss Account
Switzerland has been and remains today a center of international banking. It is Swiss banks that manage almost a quarter of the world’s private wealth. The local banks and the existing traditions create a favorable climate for the preservation and growth of capital.
However, the requirements for customers, especially foreign ones, have grown more complex in recent years. Opening an account without a personal introduction and professional assistance is problematic. Especially if an individual approach is required.
We offer you to open a corporate account in a modern bank based in the center of Zurich.
The main advantage of the bank is that it offers a flexible combination of business and wealth management. Its motto is, “Entrepreneurs working for entrepreneurs and their families.”
One can open both a personal investment account and a corporate account for business in this bank.
Payments are made in all major currencies in all major directions.
Please note: The ideal client for a bank is a trading company that is actively operating. Also, Only companies offering transparent services are considered by the bank.
There are some restrictions on the countries of registration of the company and the places of residence of its beneficiaries.
The bank offers services in asset management, strategic consulting, implement business changes, and inheritance process.
The owner can access the account remotely through the Internet Banking app.
The two ways to open a Swiss bank account for a trading company are making a personal visit or applying online.
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Requirements of the Swiss Bank for a Trading Company Opening an Account
To open a Swiss bank account, the following documents are required:
- Copies of corporate documents;
- Copies of passports and CVs of all directors, shareholders, and beneficial owners;
- A short written presentation about the company’s activities, with a description of its products and services, markets, and expected transactions;
- Accounting reports for the last reporting period;
- Several invoices or contracts with key partners.
After checking the documents and making a positive decision, the bank will send an application form for opening an account.
Trading companies are advised to maintain a balance of 5,000 francs, euros or US dollars in order to cover costs and bank service fees, should it be necessary.
The Swiss bank refuses to work with companies engaged in the following areas:
- Defense industry
- Dual purpose goods
- Gambling, casinos
- Adult Content
- Diamond trading
- Trade in art objects
- Companies working with third party funds: exchange offices, brokers, payment systems, etc.
The bank will refuse to open an account for companies with a nominee service.
There is also a permitted list of countries with which a Swiss bank is ready to cooperate when opening an account for a trading company. Restrictions apply to country of incorporation, beneficial owners, directors, and account signatories:
- BVI
- United Kingdom (except LP and LLP)
- Hungary
- Germany
- Italy
- Cyprus
- Mexico
- United Arab Emirates
- Russia
- Singapore
- Turkey
- Ukraine
- Switzerland
Costs of Opening a Corporate Account for a Trading Company in Switzerland
The fee for the support services and preparation for opening a corporate account in Switzerland for a trading company is from 3 999 EUR.
Bank commissions are determined on an individual basis, depending on your goals, objectives and business peculiarities.
Step-by-Step Procedure for Opening a Corporate Account for a Trading Company in Switzerland
Contact the experts on our portal to clarify the possibility of opening an account in Switzerland for your business. For example, to make sure that the countries of registration and residence of all beneficial owners are on the allowed list.
Pay the service fee – from 3 999 EUR.
Provide the complete set of documents.
We start checking documents and submitting your application.
If the Swiss bank is satisfied with the documents, it sends a questionnaire and opens an account.
You transfer funds and start working.
Learn more about opening corporate accounts in Switzerland and schedule a personal consultation with our expert at: info@offshore-pro.info.
