Register a Swiss Sole Proprietorship (Einzelfirma / Entreprise Individuelle)
The Swiss Sole Proprietorship is the simplest and most straightforward business form in Switzerland. Ideal for freelancers, consultants, and small business owners, this structure allows individuals to operate under their own name and maintain full control over their business activities.
A sole proprietorship is easy to set up, requires minimal paperwork, and offers flexibility for entrepreneurs who want to start a business without the complexity of a company structure.
At IncoSwiss, we assist entrepreneurs and expats in registering a Swiss sole proprietorship quickly and professionally, ensuring full compliance with Swiss legal and tax requirements.
Key Features of a Swiss Sole Proprietorship
- No Legal Separation – The business and the owner are considered the same legal unit.
- Full Control – The owner retains complete authority over all decisions and operations.
- No Minimum Capital Requirement – Unlike a Swiss AG or GmbH, there is no required share capital to start.
- Commercial Registration – Mandatory once annual revenue exceeds CHF 100’000; optional below this threshold.
- Approval from the Social Security Office – The self-employment status must be confirmed by the Swiss social security authorities
- Personal Liability – The owner is personally liable for all business debts and obligations.
- Tax Simplicity – Business income is taxed as personal income of the owner.
Register Your Swiss Sole Proprietorship with IncoSwiss
IncoSwiss offers complete support for registering and managing your Swiss sole proprietorship:
- Registration at Commercial Register
- Registration with Social security office
- Swiss business address (domiciliation)
- Accounting
- Ongoing compliance and administrative support
Whether you are a freelancer or an entrepreneur starting with yopur personal venture, IncoSwiss makes the process of registering a Swiss sole proprietorship simple, fast, and fully compliant.