{"id":11585,"date":"2026-05-20T17:17:38","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T15:17:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/?page_id=11585"},"modified":"2026-05-21T17:41:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T15:41:34","slug":"swiss-association-formation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/swiss-association-formation\/","title":{"rendered":"Swiss Association Formation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#1C1C1E&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<nav aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\" class=\"svc-hero-crumb\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <a href=\"\/en\/\">Home<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <a href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/\">Our services<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <span>Swiss Verein Formation<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/nav>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-badge\">Service \u00b7 Swiss Verein &#038; Association<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<h1>Swiss Verein Formation &#038; Administration in Geneva for <em>international structures.<\/em><\/h1>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-narrative\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <pee>My Swiss Company SA, a Swiss Corporate Services Provider, structures your <strong>Swiss verein or association in Geneva<\/strong>: bylaws tailored to your governance model, a credible Swiss-resident board, banking introductions, tax rulings and AML compliance. A Swiss footprint compliant with statutory requirements, the tax authorities and institutional partners.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"hero-acts\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <a class=\"btn-primary\" href=\"#contact\"><span>Request an initial consultation \u2192<\/span><\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <a class=\"btn-ghost\" href=\"tel:+41225668244\">+41 22 566 82 44<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"g-rating\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg class=\"g-rating-icon\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\"><path d=\"M22.56 12.25c0-.78-.07-1.53-.2-2.25H12v4.26h5.92a5.06 5.06 0 01-2.2 3.32v2.77h3.57c2.08-1.92 3.28-4.74 3.28-8.1z\" fill=\"#4285F4\"><\/path><path d=\"M12 23c2.97 0 5.46-.98 7.28-2.66l-3.57-2.77c-.98.66-2.23 1.06-3.71 1.06-2.86 0-5.29-1.93-6.16-4.53H2.18v2.84C3.99 20.53 7.7 23 12 23z\" fill=\"#34A853\"><\/path><path d=\"M5.84 14.09c-.22-.66-.35-1.36-.35-2.09s.13-1.43.35-2.09V7.07H2.18A10.96 10.96 0 001 12c0 1.77.42 3.45 1.18 4.93l3.66-2.84z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><path d=\"M12 5.38c1.62 0 3.06.56 4.21 1.64l3.15-3.15C17.45 2.09 14.97 1 12 1 7.7 1 3.99 3.47 2.18 7.07l3.66 2.84c.87-2.6 3.3-4.53 6.16-4.53z\" fill=\"#EA4335\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"g-rating-stars\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><defs><lineargradient id=\"hsg-asso\"><stop offset=\"70%\" stop-color=\"#FBBC05\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"70%\" stop-color=\"#E5E5EA\"><\/stop><\/lineargradient><\/defs><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"url(#hsg-asso)\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <pee><span class=\"g-rating-text\"><strong>4.7\/5<\/strong> from 31 Google reviews<\/span><\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-meta\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-meta-item\"><span class=\"svc-hero-meta-label\">Legal framework<\/span><span class=\"svc-hero-meta-value\"><em>Art. 60-79<\/em> Swiss CC<\/span><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-meta-item\"><span class=\"svc-hero-meta-label\">Structure<\/span><span class=\"svc-hero-meta-value\"><em>Verein<\/em> \u00b7 NGO \u00b7 forum<\/span><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-meta-item\"><span class=\"svc-hero-meta-label\">Geneva<\/span><span class=\"svc-hero-meta-value\">International <em>capital<\/em><\/span><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-meta-item\"><span class=\"svc-hero-meta-label\">Swiss Corporate Services Provider<\/span><span class=\"svc-hero-meta-value\"><em>SRO<\/em> member \u00b7 5 languages<\/span><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-side\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-image\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Swiss Verein Formation in Geneva \u2014 Swiss Corporate Services Provider for NGOs and international structures\" loading=\"eager\" src=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Onu-Geneve.webp\"\/><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-hero-brief-card\">In Switzerland, the association (Verein) is governed by <span>Articles 60 to 79 of the Swiss Civil Code<\/span>. Formation is straightforward through the adoption of bylaws and the appointment of a committee \u2014 but credibility with banks, tax authorities and international partners today requires genuine substance, defendable governance and AML compliance.<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">01<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Who we serve<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h2\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\">Five organisational profiles <em>that entrust us with their Geneva footprint.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">My Swiss Company supports NGOs, charitable and public-utility associations, scientific forums, international sports federations, philanthropic platforms and academic initiatives in forming their Swiss verein in Geneva.<\/p>\n<p class=\"lead\">Our role: to structure and administer Swiss associations that comply with statutory requirements and, where necessary, are registered with the Commercial Register. We take charge of the entire operational administration: secretariat, accounting, taxation, tax-exemption applications, governance and regulatory monitoring. We also provide Swiss-resident committee members as well as registered-address solutions with private offices and conference rooms, to build a Swiss presence that is credible, operational and defendable before banks, tax authorities and institutional partners.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"targets-grid anim\">\n<article class=\"target-card\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"target-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><path d=\"M2 12h20M12 2a15 15 0 010 20M12 2a15 15 0 000 20\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<h3>International NGOs seeking a Geneva presence<\/h3>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"target-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-body\">\n<div class=\"target-card-body-inner\"> <pee>Non-governmental organisations based in the United States, Asia, Europe or the Middle East that wish to develop their institutional relations, structure their Swiss and European activities, interact with the United Nations international organisations or develop their fundraising from Geneva. We structure a credible and defendable Swiss footprint, not a mere mailing address.<\/pee> <span class=\"target-card-tag\">\u2192 NGO \u00b7 Fundraising \u00b7 Advocacy \u00b7 IOs<\/span> <a class=\"svc-cta-btn target-card-cta\" href=\"#contact\">Contact the Expert <svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"target-card\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"target-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2L2 7l10 5 10-5-10-5z\"><\/path><path d=\"M2 17l10 5 10-5M2 12l10 5 10-5\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<h3>International scientific forums, congresses and platforms<\/h3>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"target-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-body\">\n<div class=\"target-card-body-inner\"> <pee>Groups active in artificial intelligence, biotech, health, climate technologies, cybersecurity or applied sciences that wish to organise international conferences and congresses in Geneva, manage sponsors and industrial partners, or develop a credible institutional platform. We handle VAT on events, sponsor contracts and the separation between association activity and commercial activity.<\/pee> <span class=\"target-card-tag\">\u2192 Conferences \u00b7 Sponsors \u00b7 Event VAT<\/span> <a class=\"svc-cta-btn target-card-cta\" href=\"#contact\">Contact the Expert <svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"target-card\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"target-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"6\" r=\"2\"><\/circle><path d=\"M9 10h6l-2 5 3 7M9 22l2-7\"><\/path><path d=\"M6 14l3-2 6 0\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<h3>International sports federations<\/h3>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"target-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-body\">\n<div class=\"target-card-body-inner\"> <pee>International federations, leagues and sports associations drawn by Swiss neutrality, the IOC\/WADA\/CAS ecosystem and the concentration of federations in Lausanne and Geneva. We structure the bylaws, multi-jurisdictional governance, the management of commercial rights and sponsors, tax compliance and the interaction with any parallel commercial structure.<\/pee> <span class=\"target-card-tag\">\u2192 Sport \u00b7 IOC \u00b7 Sponsors \u00b7 Commercial rights<\/span> <a class=\"svc-cta-btn target-card-cta\" href=\"#contact\">Contact the Expert <svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"target-card\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"target-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2L4 6v6c0 5 3.5 8.5 8 10 4.5-1.5 8-5 8-10V6l-8-4z\"><\/path><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<h3>Philanthropic platforms and public-interest initiatives<\/h3>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"target-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-body\">\n<div class=\"target-card-body-inner\"> <pee>Family or corporate philanthropic initiatives, scholarship programmes, targeted humanitarian projects, advocacy platforms. We assess whether an association is the most relevant vehicle or whether a charitable foundation should rather be considered. For the associations selected, we prepare the tax-exemption application with the cantonal administration and ensure its maintenance over time.<\/pee> <span class=\"target-card-tag\">\u2192 Philanthropy \u00b7 Tax exemption \u00b7 Ruling<\/span> <a class=\"svc-cta-btn target-card-cta\" href=\"#contact\">Contact the Expert <svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"target-card\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"target-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4 10l8-5 8 5\"><\/path><path d=\"M6 10v8M10 10v8M14 10v8M18 10v8\"><\/path><path d=\"M3 18h18\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<h3>International academic and scientific initiatives<\/h3>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"target-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"target-card-body\">\n<div class=\"target-card-body-inner\"> <pee>Research consortia, international learned societies, thematic observatories, inter-university structures. Geneva brings neutrality, an institutional image and proximity to international organisations and major research centres (CERN, EPFL, UNIGE). We structure governance, funding through grants and donations, work permits for visiting researchers and administrative coordination.<\/pee> <span class=\"target-card-tag\">\u2192 Research \u00b7 Grants \u00b7 Permits \u00b7 Cross-border<\/span> <a class=\"svc-cta-btn target-card-cta\" href=\"#contact\">Contact the Expert <svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"targets-not-for\">Hesitating between an association and a foundation for your project? <a href=\"#contact\">Request a free initial consultation<\/a> &mdash; we analyse your governance, your financial flows and your banking requirements within 48 hours to orient you towards the most defendable structure.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-eeat-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"> <span class=\"chapter-num\">02<\/span> <span class=\"chapter-label\">Authority &amp; contact person<\/span> <span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span> <\/div>\n<h2 class=\"svc-eeat-title\">Why our clients <em>choose us.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"svc-eeat-intro\">Twenty years of supporting international structures, expertise in complex files (multi-jurisdictional governance, tax rulings, AML compliance) and daily coordination with Swiss banks, cantonal authorities and institutional partners. Our role: to turn an association project into a defendable Geneva footprint.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"g-rating\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg class=\"g-rating-icon\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\"><path d=\"M22.56 12.25c0-.78-.07-1.53-.2-2.25H12v4.26h5.92a5.06 5.06 0 01-2.2 3.32v2.77h3.57c2.08-1.92 3.28-4.74 3.28-8.1z\" fill=\"#4285F4\"><\/path><path d=\"M12 23c2.97 0 5.46-.98 7.28-2.66l-3.57-2.77c-.98.66-2.23 1.06-3.71 1.06-2.86 0-5.29-1.93-6.16-4.53H2.18v2.84C3.99 20.53 7.7 23 12 23z\" fill=\"#34A853\"><\/path><path d=\"M5.84 14.09c-.22-.66-.35-1.36-.35-2.09s.13-1.43.35-2.09V7.07H2.18A10.96 10.96 0 001 12c0 1.77.42 3.45 1.18 4.93l3.66-2.84z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><path d=\"M12 5.38c1.62 0 3.06.56 4.21 1.64l3.15-3.15C17.45 2.09 14.97 1 12 1 7.7 1 3.99 3.47 2.18 7.07l3.66 2.84c.87-2.6 3.3-4.53 6.16-4.53z\" fill=\"#EA4335\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"g-rating-stars\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"#FBBC05\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><defs><lineargradient id=\"hsg-asso2\"><stop offset=\"70%\" stop-color=\"#FBBC05\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"70%\" stop-color=\"#E5E5EA\"><\/stop><\/lineargradient><\/defs><path d=\"M8 0l2.5 5 5.5.8-4 3.9.9 5.3L8 12.5 3.1 15l.9-5.3-4-3.9L5.5 5z\" fill=\"url(#hsg-asso2)\"><\/path><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <pee><span class=\"g-rating-text-black\"><strong>4.7\/5<\/strong> from 31 Google reviews<\/span><\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --> <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-eeat-stats\">\n<article class=\"svc-eeat-stat\"> <span class=\"svc-eeat-stat-check\"> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M5 12l5 5L20 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Senior expertise <\/span> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-eeat-stat-num\">20 <em>years<\/em><\/div>\n<p class=\"svc-eeat-stat-desc\">Of Swiss corporate-services expertise on complex international files &mdash; associations, foundations, NGOs, federations. Mastery of governance, taxation, VAT and AML trade-offs for structures with an international reach.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"svc-eeat-stat\"> <span class=\"svc-eeat-stat-check\"> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M5 12l5 5L20 7\"><\/path><\/svg> International reach <\/span> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-eeat-stat-num\">20+ <em>countries<\/em><\/div>\n<p class=\"svc-eeat-stat-desc\">Clients in more than 20 countries: United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa. Daily coordination in 5 languages with foreign head offices, board members and institutional partners.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"svc-eeat-stat\"> <span class=\"svc-eeat-stat-check\"> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M5 12l5 5L20 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Client testimonials <\/span> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-eeat-stat-num\">4.7<sup>\/5<\/sup><\/div>\n<p class=\"svc-eeat-stat-desc\">31 client reviews published on Google Business Profile. Sustained satisfaction confirmed by relationships extending on average from 5 to 10 years with NGOs, foundations and international structures.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"svc-eeat-stat\"> <span class=\"svc-eeat-stat-check\"> <svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M5 12l5 5L20 7\"><\/path><\/svg> Affiliations <\/span> <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-eeat-stat-num\">4<\/div>\n<p class=\"svc-eeat-stat-desc\">AIWM, SFAA, STEP and IFA affiliations &mdash; Swiss and international professional bodies with demanding standards on governance, compliance and continuing education.<\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-eeat-expert anim\">\n<div aria-label=\"Andres Taracido\" class=\"svc-eeat-expert-avatar\" role=\"img\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"svc-eeat-expert-body\"> <span class=\"svc-eeat-expert-tag\">File framing<\/span> <\/p>\n<h3>Your contact person<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Andres Taracido<\/strong> &mdash; Federal Diploma of Expert in Finance and Investments; followed by a Certified International Wealth Manager (CIWM) diploma; graduate of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and holder of the TEP accreditation; a CAS in SME Taxation; and IAF-certified Insurance &amp; Pension Adviser.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <a class=\"svc-eeat-expert-link\" href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/about-us\/your-expert-andres-taracido\/\"> Expert page <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/a> <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-reviews anim\">\n<div class=\"svc-reviews-head\">\n<h3>What our clients say.<\/h3>\n<p> <span class=\"svc-reviews-head-score\"><strong>\u2605 4.7\/5<\/strong> &middot; 31 reviews published on Google Business Profile<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"svc-reviews-grid\">\n<article class=\"svc-review\"> <span class=\"svc-review-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span> <\/p>\n<p class=\"svc-review-quote\">Mr Andres Taracido and his team are the most reliable Swiss partners one could ask for. My firm and I have been working with Swiss Financial Company &amp; Trust for 6 or 7 years and we recommend them 100&nbsp;%.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"svc-review-author\">Kunal Fabiani &mdash; International partner, 6+ years of collaboration<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"svc-review\"> <span class=\"svc-review-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span> <\/p>\n<p class=\"svc-review-quote\">I strongly recommend this Corporate Services Provider in Geneva. Valuable advice, serious work and very responsive. Moreover, the team is very pleasant&nbsp;!<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"svc-review-author\">Alexandre Mottard &mdash; SME client, Geneva<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"svc-review\"> <span class=\"svc-review-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span> <\/p>\n<p class=\"svc-review-quote\">A precise and quick reply on an important question allowed me to avoid a lot of hassle with the administration. Thank you&nbsp;!<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"svc-review-author\">Emmanuel Figuereau &mdash; Administrative compliance<\/span> <\/article>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<header class=\"why-geneva-header anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">03<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Why Geneva<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"why-geneva-title\">Geneva is not merely a <em>Swiss city.<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"why-geneva-leads\">\n<p class=\"why-geneva-lead\">Geneva is one of the rare places in the world where international diplomacy, intergovernmental organisations, NGOs, multinationals, academic institutions, scientific laboratories, sports federations and philanthropic actors coexist. This concentration creates a unique ecosystem in which to develop a credible international association.<\/p>\n<p class=\"why-geneva-lead\">In many cases, a Geneva presence brings more credibility than a purely administrative footprint in another European country &mdash; provided that substance, governance and compliance are genuine.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/header>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"why-geneva-grid anim\">\n<aside class=\"why-geneva-visual\">\n<figure class=\"why-geneva-figure\"> <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Geneva, international quarter \u2014 Palais des Nations, Lake Geneva and headquarters of international organisations\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Geneve.webp\"\/><figcaption> <span class=\"why-geneva-place\">Geneva<\/span> <span class=\"why-geneva-sub\">International quarter<\/span> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<dl class=\"why-geneva-stats\">\n<div class=\"why-geneva-stat\">\n<dt>750<span>+<\/span><\/dt>\n<dd>NGOs established in Geneva<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"why-geneva-stat\">\n<dt>40<span>+<\/span><\/dt>\n<dd>International organisations<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"why-geneva-stat\">\n<dt>60<span>+<\/span><\/dt>\n<dd>IF sports federations<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<\/dl>\n<\/aside>\n<ul class=\"why-geneva-list\">\n<li class=\"why-geneva-item\"> <span class=\"why-geneva-num\">01<\/span><br \/>\n<h3>European UN capital.<\/h3>\n<pee>European headquarters of the United Nations, WHO, WTO, UNHCR, ILO, WIPO, ICRC, UNEP and more than 40 international organisations. A unique concentration for NGOs and thematic platforms seeking institutional interaction at the highest level.<\/pee><span class=\"why-geneva-tag\">UN \u00b7 WHO \u00b7 WTO \u00b7 ICRC \u00b7 40+ IOs<\/span> <\/li>\n<li class=\"why-geneva-item\"> <span class=\"why-geneva-num\">02<\/span><br \/>\n<h3>Recognised institutional neutrality.<\/h3>\n<pee>The Swiss tradition of neutrality gives Geneva a strong institutional image and facilitates the hosting of sensitive international structures, multi-party federations and dialogue platforms. A rare advantage for thematic forums and observatories.<\/pee><span class=\"why-geneva-tag\">Neutrality \u00b7 Multilateralism \u00b7 Dialogue<\/span> <\/li>\n<li class=\"why-geneva-item\"> <span class=\"why-geneva-num\">03<\/span><br \/>\n<h3>NGO &#038; philanthropy concentration.<\/h3>\n<pee>More than 750 NGOs established in Geneva, a global ecosystem of international fundraising, the presence of major philanthropic donors and institutional foundations. Recruitment of specialised profiles immediately available.<\/pee><span class=\"why-geneva-tag\">750+ NGOs \u00b7 Donors \u00b7 Expert profiles<\/span> <\/li>\n<li class=\"why-geneva-item\"> <span class=\"why-geneva-num\">04<\/span><br \/>\n<h3>Research &#038; applied sciences.<\/h3>\n<pee>CERN, EPFL, UNIGE, the biotech and MedTech ecosystem of Lake Geneva, climate technologies and cybersecurity. A critical academic and industrial mass to structure scientific forums, research consortia and thematic platforms.<\/pee><span class=\"why-geneva-tag\">CERN \u00b7 EPFL \u00b7 UNIGE \u00b7 Biotech \u00b7 MedTech<\/span> <\/li>\n<li class=\"why-geneva-item\"> <span class=\"why-geneva-num\">05<\/span><br \/>\n<h3>International sports ecosystem.<\/h3>\n<pee>Immediate proximity to the IOC (Lausanne), WADA, CAS and the concentration of international sports federations along the Lake Geneva arc. A natural legitimacy for new federations and sports associations with a global reach.<\/pee><span class=\"why-geneva-tag\">IOC \u00b7 WADA \u00b7 CAS \u00b7 60+ IF federations<\/span> <\/li>\n<li class=\"why-geneva-item\"> <span class=\"why-geneva-num\">06<\/span><br \/>\n<h3>Connectivity &#038; conference hosting.<\/h3>\n<pee>International airport, leading hotel infrastructure and conference centres (Palexpo, CICG, CCV). Ideal for hosting congresses, thematic summits, scientific conferences and international general meetings.<\/pee><span class=\"why-geneva-tag\">Airport \u00b7 Palexpo \u00b7 CICG \u00b7 Hotel sector<\/span> <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"why-geneva-foot anim\">Choosing Geneva means choosing an international ecosystem with genuine substance &mdash; not merely a prestigious mailing address. That substance must be reflected in the governance, operational activity and compliance of your association.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">04<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Our offer<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h2\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\">Three levels of support <em>calibrated to the complexity of your file.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">Each association mandate is <strong>personalised on audit<\/strong>. The prices below reflect the entry point for three typical profiles &mdash; the exact scope, governance volume and level of international coordination are defined together during the free audit. Prices excluding 8.1 % Swiss VAT.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"formules-grid three formules-classy anim\"> <!-- 01 Constitution --> <\/p>\n<article class=\"formule-card formule-classy\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">01<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Formation<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"formule-title\">Formation<\/h3>\n<pee class=\"formule-pitch\">The turnkey formation of a Swiss association for simple projects with clear governance and modest activity. Bylaws tailored to the governance model, committee appointment, founding minutes, registration with the Commercial Register where relevant.<\/pee>\n<div class=\"formule-price\"> <span class=\"formule-price-currency\">CHF<\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-amount\">2&#8217;200<\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-unit\"><em>one-shot excl. VAT<\/em><\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-from\">from<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"formule-target\"> <span class=\"formule-target-lbl\">Typical profile<\/span> <pee>Cultural association, amateur sports club, members&#8217; or neighbourhood association with clear local governance, regular non-profit activity and limited financial flows. Ideal where the project does not require complex banking, tax ruling or parallel structure.<\/pee> <\/div>\n<p> <a class=\"btn-ghost formule-cta\" href=\"#contact\">Contact the Expert<svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<p> <!-- 02 International footprint (recommended) --> <\/p>\n<article class=\"formule-card formule-classy highlight\"> <span class=\"formule-badge\">Recommended<\/span> <\/p>\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">02<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Footprint<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"formule-title\">International footprint<\/h3>\n<pee class=\"formule-pitch\">The full support of an international Swiss verein establishing itself in Geneva: formation, credible governance, registered address, resident board, banking introductions, tax ruling, VAT structuring. A defendable Swiss footprint before any stakeholder.<\/pee>\n<div class=\"formule-price\"> <span class=\"formule-price-currency\">CHF<\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-amount\">1&#8217;500<\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-unit\"><em>\/ month excl. VAT<\/em><\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-from\">from<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"formule-target\"> <span class=\"formule-target-lbl\">Typical profile<\/span> <pee>International NGO, thematic platform, scientific forum or federation wishing to build a genuine Swiss presence, open a bank account in Switzerland, obtain a tax exemption and operate from Geneva with a file that can be defended before banks, the tax authorities and institutional partners.<\/pee> <\/div>\n<p> <a class=\"btn-primary formule-cta\" href=\"#contact\">Contact the Expert<svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<p> <!-- 03 Premium \/ bespoke --> <\/p>\n<article class=\"formule-card formule-classy\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">03<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Premium<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"formule-title\">Premium bespoke<\/h3>\n<pee class=\"formule-pitch\">Comprehensive support for complex structures: associations with parallel commercial activity, multi-jurisdictional governance, significant international flows, large donations, or reinforced AML requirements. Includes accounting, payroll, corporate secretariat and coordination with auditors and authorities.<\/pee>\n<div class=\"formule-price\"> <span class=\"formule-price-currency\">CHF<\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-amount\">3&#8217;500<\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-unit\"><em>\/ month excl. VAT<\/em><\/span> <span class=\"formule-price-from\">from<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"formule-target\"> <span class=\"formule-target-lbl\">Typical profile<\/span> <pee>International sports federation, NGO with multi-country operations, scientific forum with sponsor and licensing revenue, philanthropic platform with significant donations. Ideal where the project involves permanent trade-offs between association activity, commercial activity, tax exemption and AML compliance.<\/pee> <\/div>\n<p> <a class=\"btn-ghost formule-cta\" href=\"#contact\">Contact the Expert<svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">05<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Out of scope<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h2\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\">The association projects we <em>do not support.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">A Swiss footprint must be defendable before a bank, the tax authorities, an auditor and an institutional partner. In the interest of transparency and quality, certain association profiles fall outside our corporate-services scope. Switzerland &mdash; and Geneva in particular &mdash; remains an extremely credible jurisdiction for serious organisations; that credibility implies, in return, a high level of demand on governance, compliance and traceability.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"scope-out-grid anim\">\n<article class=\"scope-out-card\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"scope-out-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect height=\"14\" rx=\"2\" width=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"6\"><\/rect><path d=\"M3 10h18M7 14h2M7 17h4\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Mailboxes without genuine substance<\/h3>\n<p>Structures seeking only a Swiss mailing address to benefit from the country&#8217;s image, without operational activity, without a resident board and without effective presence in Geneva.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"scope-out-card\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"scope-out-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><path d=\"M8 12l8 0M12 8l0 8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Opaque governance<\/h3>\n<p>Projects where the economic beneficiaries are difficult to identify, where decisions are taken abroad with no coherence with the Swiss structure, or where the committee is purely nominal.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"scope-out-card\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"scope-out-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 9v4M12 17h.01\"><\/path><path d=\"M10.29 3.86L1.82 18a2 2 0 0 0 1.71 3h16.94a2 2 0 0 0 1.71-3L13.71 3.86a2 2 0 0 0-3.42 0z\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Activities with reinforced AML compliance<\/h3>\n<p>Crypto-assets without a clear framework, anonymous donations, opaque flows, jurisdictions under sanctions, structures incompatible with Swiss banking requirements and the SRO framework.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"scope-out-card\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"scope-out-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M2 12s4-8 10-8 10 8 10 8-4 8-10 8S2 12 2 12z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Pseudo-NGOs with no identifiable activity<\/h3>\n<p>Structures presenting themselves as NGOs without documented operational programmes, without an activity report, without credible funding and without identifiable beneficiaries. Major reputational and banking risk.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"scope-out-card\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"scope-out-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"6\" r=\"2\"><\/circle><path d=\"M9 10h6l-2 5 3 7M9 22l2-7\"><\/path><path d=\"M6 14l3-2 6 0\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Sports structures serving private interests<\/h3>\n<p>Sports associations serving primarily the economic interests of their leading members, with no genuine non-profit purpose, no open governance and no independent control.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"scope-out-card\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"scope-out-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M3 12h18M3 6h18M3 18h18\"><\/path><circle cx=\"6\" cy=\"6\" r=\"1.5\"><\/circle><circle cx=\"6\" cy=\"12\" r=\"1.5\"><\/circle><circle cx=\"6\" cy=\"18\" r=\"1.5\"><\/circle><\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Disguised commercial activities<\/h3>\n<p>Commercial companies using the association status to benefit from a favourable tax framework when the activity is purely for profit and the economic beneficiaries are identifiable. Tax reclassification is guaranteed.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"scope-out-card\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"scope-out-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"><\/path><path d=\"M22 4L12 14.01l-3-3\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Projects without credible funding<\/h3>\n<p>Associations without a documented initial budget, without identified donors, without a realistic funding model. Swiss banking and institutional credibility require a solid financial file from formation onwards.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"scope-out-card\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"scope-out-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><path d=\"M14.31 8l5.74 9.94M9.69 8h11.48M7.38 12l5.74-9.94M9.69 16L3.95 6.06M14.31 16H2.83M16.62 12l-5.74 9.94\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Politically sensitive activities<\/h3>\n<p>Structures with political or para-political connotations, or linked to jurisdictions under international sanctions. Incompatible with the Swiss framework of neutrality and the compliance requirements of banks.<\/p>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">06<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Swiss legal framework<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h2\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\">Your obligations from the formation of an association in Geneva, <em>what the law requires.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">The association is formed by the adoption of bylaws and the appointment of the committee (Art. 60 Swiss CC). However, banks, tax authorities and institutional partners today examine far beyond the bylaws: genuine governance, Swiss substance, AML compliance, traceability of flows, coherence of activities. A Swiss footprint must be defendable before each stakeholder. My Swiss Company takes charge of all the key obligations to secure your compliance from day one.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-stack anim\">\n<article class=\"apres-step\" id=\"oblig-statuts\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-num\">01<\/div>\n<div class=\"apres-step-content\">\n<h3 class=\"apres-step-title\">Bylaws tailored to the governance model (Art. 60 CC)<\/h3>\n<p> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-label=\"View the details\" class=\"apres-step-toggle\" type=\"button\"> <span class=\"apres-step-toggle-text\">View the details<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M4 6l4 4 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-step-body\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-body-inner\">\n<p>The bylaws must be tailored to the real project, not copied online. They define in particular&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>the purpose of the association and its means of action&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>the composition and powers of the committee&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>the conditions for admission, resignation and exclusion of members&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>the rules for holding the general meeting&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>the procedures for amending the bylaws and dissolution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"apres-warning\"> <span class=\"apres-warning-tag\">Key takeaway<\/span> <\/p>\n<p>Standard, poorly calibrated bylaws often create more problems than they solve: bank account refused, tax ruling impossible, governance deadlocked. Bylaws must be designed for your sponsors, your donors and your future partners.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"apres-step\" id=\"oblig-gouvernance\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-num\">02<\/div>\n<div class=\"apres-step-content\">\n<h3 class=\"apres-step-title\">Credible governance and Swiss substance<\/h3>\n<p> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-label=\"View the details\" class=\"apres-step-toggle\" type=\"button\"> <span class=\"apres-step-toggle-text\">View the details<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M4 6l4 4 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-step-body\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-body-inner\">\n<p>Banks and authorities now examine the economic and operational reality, not just the legal documents. Defendable governance rests on&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>an identifiable, experienced committee with a genuine Swiss presence&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>documented decisions (general meeting minutes, committee minutes)&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>documented activity in Geneva (meetings, operations, partnerships)&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>a clear separation between private interests and the association&#8217;s purpose&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>coherence between bylaws, governance and financial flows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>My Swiss Company provides an experienced <strong>Swiss-resident committee member<\/strong> where the file requires it, ensuring banking and institutional credibility.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"apres-step\" id=\"oblig-bancaire\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-num\">03<\/div>\n<div class=\"apres-step-content\">\n<h3 class=\"apres-step-title\">Bank account opening and KYC compliance<\/h3>\n<p> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-label=\"View the details\" class=\"apres-step-toggle\" type=\"button\"> <span class=\"apres-step-toggle-text\">View the details<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M4 6l4 4 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-step-body\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-body-inner\">\n<p>Opening a bank account for an international association is today a major break point. Swiss banks require&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>the international organisation chart and links with other structures&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>documented funding sources and forecast budgets&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>sponsoring contracts, donation agreements, partner conventions&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>details on all committee members (full KYC)&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>justification of the Swiss presence and use of the account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"apres-warning\"> <span class=\"apres-warning-tag\">Key takeaway<\/span> <\/p>\n<p>An international association can be classified &laquo;&nbsp;high risk&nbsp;&raquo; by default. Humanitarian NGOs, structures linked to sensitive jurisdictions or to international fundraising systematically trigger enhanced due diligence. Preparing the banking file upstream is decisive.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"apres-step\" id=\"oblig-fiscal\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-num\">04<\/div>\n<div class=\"apres-step-content\">\n<h3 class=\"apres-step-title\">Taxation and tax-exemption ruling<\/h3>\n<p> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-label=\"View the details\" class=\"apres-step-toggle\" type=\"button\"> <span class=\"apres-step-toggle-text\">View the details<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M4 6l4 4 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-step-body\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-body-inner\">\n<p>The tax exemption of an association is <strong>never automatic<\/strong>. Cantonal and federal authorities examine&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>the real purpose pursued and its concrete public interest&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>the effective beneficiaries of the activities&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>the absence of remuneration of the committee (except for modest indemnities)&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>the nature of sponsors and the coherence of financial flows&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>the absence of predominant lucrative economic activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A purportedly &laquo;&nbsp;non-profit&nbsp;&raquo; structure becomes taxable if it pursues private interests, acts as a commercial undertaking or if the governance is not coherent. We prepare the <strong>tax-exemption ruling<\/strong> upstream with the cantonal tax administration.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"apres-step\" id=\"oblig-tva\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-num\">05<\/div>\n<div class=\"apres-step-content\">\n<h3 class=\"apres-step-title\">Swiss VAT &mdash; an often underestimated topic<\/h3>\n<p> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-label=\"View the details\" class=\"apres-step-toggle\" type=\"button\"> <span class=\"apres-step-toggle-text\">View the details<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M4 6l4 4 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-step-body\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-body-inner\">\n<p>VAT liability is mandatory from <strong>CHF 150&#8217;000<\/strong> in turnover for non-profit associations managed on a voluntary basis (Art. 10 para. 2 VAT Act). An association becomes liable when it&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>invoices sponsors or commercial partners&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>sells entry tickets to congresses or conferences&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>invoices stands or services to exhibitors&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>sells publications, training or consulting services&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>receives marketing or advertising revenue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>VAT issues are particularly important in <strong>events, scientific conferences, sports federations and international projects<\/strong>. Incorrect qualification exposes the association to back-tax claims, default interest and penalties.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"apres-step\" id=\"oblig-lba\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-num\">06<\/div>\n<div class=\"apres-step-content\">\n<h3 class=\"apres-step-title\">AML compliance and traceability of flows<\/h3>\n<p> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-label=\"View the details\" class=\"apres-step-toggle\" type=\"button\"> <span class=\"apres-step-toggle-text\">View the details<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M4 6l4 4 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-step-body\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-body-inner\">\n<p>Many structures believe that a &laquo;&nbsp;non-profit&nbsp;&raquo; association escapes anti-money-laundering rules. In practice, the opposite is true. International associations are today closely scrutinised by&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>banks and financial intermediaries&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>tax and administrative authorities&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>corporate-services providers subject to the AML Act&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>sometimes the international sponsors themselves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>International donations imply verification of donors, sanctions screening, documentation of beneficiaries and justification of payments. For humanitarian NGOs active in sensitive zones, enhanced due diligence is systematic.<\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-warning\"> <span class=\"apres-warning-tag\">Important<\/span> <\/p>\n<p>Effective control over the organisation (who decides, who signs, who controls the accounts) must be transparently documented. Opaque governance triggers compliance alerts and can lead to bank account refusal or closure.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"apres-step\" id=\"oblig-rc\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-num\">07<\/div>\n<div class=\"apres-step-content\">\n<h3 class=\"apres-step-title\">Registration with the Commercial Register<\/h3>\n<p> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-label=\"View the details\" class=\"apres-step-toggle\" type=\"button\"> <span class=\"apres-step-toggle-text\">View the details<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M4 6l4 4 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-step-body\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-body-inner\">\n<p>Registration with the Commercial Register is mandatory for associations operating an enterprise in commercial form or subject to audit (Art. 61 CC). Beyond the legal framework, registration is <strong>almost indispensable<\/strong> in serious international files in order to&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>open a bank account in Switzerland&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>sign institutional contracts with partners and sponsors&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>recruit staff and obtain work permits&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>obtain a tax-exemption ruling&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>provide visible institutional credibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We coordinate the drafting of the application, the legalisation of signatures and the follow-up with the Commercial Register of the canton of domicile.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"apres-step\" id=\"oblig-comptabilite\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-num\">08<\/div>\n<div class=\"apres-step-content\">\n<h3 class=\"apres-step-title\">Accounting, taxation and social obligations<\/h3>\n<p> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-label=\"View the details\" class=\"apres-step-toggle\" type=\"button\"> <span class=\"apres-step-toggle-text\">View the details<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M4 6l4 4 4-4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-step-body\">\n<div class=\"apres-step-body-inner\">\n<p>Associations must keep compliant accounting and file an annual full tax return. Public-utility organisations receiving subsidies benefit from applying <strong>Swiss GAAP FER 21<\/strong> (transparency on the use of funds, performance report).<\/p>\n<p>From the hiring of an employee in Switzerland, social obligations apply&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>affiliation with AHV \/ IV \/ EO \/ ALV (1st pillar)&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>BVG occupational pension insurance (2nd pillar) from CHF 22&#8217;680 annual salary&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>mandatory UVG accident insurance&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>withholding tax for non-residents and B\/C\/G\/L permits&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>annual salary certificates; <\/li>\n<li>accounting, tax return, day-to-day administration;<\/li>\n<li>holding of general meetings and preparation of minutes;<\/li>\n<li>maintenance of archives in accordance with Swiss statutory requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<aside class=\"apres-conclusion anim\"> <span class=\"apres-conclusion-tag\">What you gain<\/span> <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"apres-conclusion-title\">A Geneva footprint that is credible, <em>defendable before every stakeholder.<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>By entrusting the formation and steering of your Swiss verein to My Swiss Company, you transfer all the technical trade-offs and obtain&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"apres-list\">\n<li>bylaws tailored to your sponsors, donors and future partners&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>credible Swiss governance with a resident committee member where required&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>banking introductions prepared and a complete KYC file&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>a tax-exemption ruling negotiated upstream&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>VAT structuring and AML compliance from day one&nbsp;;<\/li>\n<li>a single senior contact person for all the Swiss authorities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"apres-conclusion-final\"><strong>Your teams focus on the association&#8217;s mission &mdash; we take charge of the credibility, compliance and defendability of the Swiss footprint.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"lba-deep-grain\"><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"lba-deep-in\">\n<header class=\"lba-deep-head anim\">\n<div class=\"lba-deep-meta\"> <span class=\"lba-deep-stamp\">File&nbsp;&middot;&nbsp;Compliance<\/span> <span class=\"lba-deep-ref\">SRO member &middot; FINMA-SRO F01502161<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">07<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">AML &amp; associations<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"lba-deep-title\">AML and international associations, <em>an often underestimated subject.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lba-deep-lead\">Many foreign structures believe that a &laquo; non-profit &raquo; Swiss association automatically escapes compliance and anti-money-laundering issues. <strong>In practice, the opposite is true.<\/strong> International associations active from Geneva are today closely scrutinised by banks, financial intermediaries, tax authorities, institutional partners, corporate-services providers and sometimes even the international sponsors themselves. A fine understanding of the subject conditions the opening of bank accounts and the durability of the Swiss footprint.<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"lba-deep-files anim\">\n<article class=\"lba-file\">\n<div class=\"lba-file-bar\"><\/div>\n<header class=\"lba-file-head\"> <span class=\"lba-file-ref\">File \/ 01<\/span> <span class=\"lba-file-class\">Risk &middot; AML<\/span> <\/header>\n<h3 class=\"lba-file-title\">Why associations are AML-sensitive.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"lba-file-body\">Some international association structures handle donations, cross-border flows, subsidies, international payments, private sponsors, multiple beneficiaries and operations in sensitive jurisdictions. For Swiss banks, an association can represent a high AML\/KYC risk, a reputational risk and a risk linked to international sanctions.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"lba-file-tags\">AML &middot; KYC &middot; Sanctions &middot; Reputation<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"lba-file\">\n<div class=\"lba-file-bar\"><\/div>\n<header class=\"lba-file-head\"> <span class=\"lba-file-ref\">File \/ 02<\/span> <span class=\"lba-file-class\">Effective control<\/span> <\/header>\n<h3 class=\"lba-file-title\">Beneficial owner: what banks are looking for.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"lba-file-body\">Unlike a commercial company, an association has no shareholders &mdash; but banks do not give up on controls. They seek to understand who really controls the organisation, who takes decisions, who controls the bank accounts, who indirectly benefits from the flows, who funds the activities and where the funds actually go.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"lba-file-tags\">Effective control &middot; Decisions &middot; Flows<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"lba-file\">\n<div class=\"lba-file-bar\"><\/div>\n<header class=\"lba-file-head\"> <span class=\"lba-file-ref\">File \/ 03<\/span> <span class=\"lba-file-class\">Categorisation<\/span> <\/header>\n<h3 class=\"lba-file-title\">Identified &laquo; high risk &raquo; categories.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"lba-file-body\">Particularly sensitive: humanitarian activities in sanctioned zones, significant international flows, crypto-assets, anonymous donations, political or para-political activities, projects linked to sensitive jurisdictions, structures with opaque governance. In certain cases, the opening of a bank account becomes difficult, compliance controls very heavy, and some banks refuse the file outright.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"lba-file-tags\">Sanctions &middot; Crypto &middot; Anonymity &middot; Politics<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"lba-file\">\n<div class=\"lba-file-bar\"><\/div>\n<header class=\"lba-file-head\"> <span class=\"lba-file-ref\">File \/ 04<\/span> <span class=\"lba-file-class\">Substance<\/span> <\/header>\n<h3 class=\"lba-file-title\">Real experience: what creates the problems.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"lba-file-body\">Difficulties often arise when the Swiss structure has no real activity in Switzerland, when the committee is entirely foreign, when decisions are taken abroad, when the bylaws are vague, when financial flows are disproportionate or when the association looks more like a hidden commercial structure. Swiss banks no longer look only at legal documents &mdash; they look for the economic and operational reality.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"lba-file-tags\">Substance &middot; Real activity &middot; Coherence<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"lba-file\">\n<div class=\"lba-file-bar\"><\/div>\n<header class=\"lba-file-head\"> <span class=\"lba-file-ref\">File \/ 05<\/span> <span class=\"lba-file-class\">Governance<\/span> <\/header>\n<h3 class=\"lba-file-title\">Governance and AML: the link is direct.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"lba-file-body\">Credible governance strongly reduces compliance risk: an identifiable, experienced committee, real presence in Geneva, documented activities, coherent budgets, identifiable partners, structured accounting, traceability of donations, a clear separation between private interests and the association&#8217;s purpose. Conversely, &laquo; NGOs &raquo; with no identifiable activity and forums without credible sponsors immediately trigger alerts.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"lba-file-tags\">Defendable governance &middot; Traceability<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"lba-file\">\n<div class=\"lba-file-bar\"><\/div>\n<header class=\"lba-file-head\"> <span class=\"lba-file-ref\">File \/ 06<\/span> <span class=\"lba-file-class\">Donations<\/span> <\/header>\n<h3 class=\"lba-file-title\">Donations and enhanced due diligence.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"lba-file-body\">International donations imply verification of donors, source of funds, sanctions screening, documentation of beneficiaries and justification of payments. Banks ask for fundraising campaigns, donation agreements, activity reports, detailed budgets and evidence of the use of funds. Systematic enhanced due diligence for humanitarian NGOs and philanthropic platforms.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"lba-file-tags\">Donors &middot; Source of funds &middot; Supporting documents<\/span> <\/article>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<aside class=\"lba-deep-foot anim\"> <span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"lba-deep-foot-seal\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.4\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"><\/path><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"><\/path><\/svg> <\/span> <\/p>\n<p>My Swiss Company SA is an <strong>SRO member<\/strong> (FINMA-SRO F01502161) and applies AML requirements to every association mandate. Our role is to turn these constraints into advantages: a compliance file prepared upstream protects your banking relationships and secures the durability of the Swiss footprint.<\/p>\n<\/aside><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"procedure-in\">\n<div class=\"section-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">08<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Formation procedure<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h2\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\">How we structure your Swiss verein in Geneva, <em>in three steps.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">Before any formation, we analyse the coherence of the project, the governance model and the financial flows in order to calibrate a defendable Swiss footprint. The bylaws are then drafted bespoke, after which the association is formed by the adoption of the bylaws, the appointment of the committee and &mdash; for serious international files &mdash; registration with the Commercial Register.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"steps anim\">\n<div class=\"step\">\n<div class=\"step-num\">01<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-title\">Preliminary analysis of the project<\/div>\n<p class=\"step-body\">Before any formation, we analyse all the parameters that will determine the banking, tax and operational viability of the Swiss structure. This step is essential: it is what avoids bank refusals, compliance issues and tax surprises.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"step-list\">\n<li>real activities and countries involved<\/li>\n<li>financial flows and funding sources<\/li>\n<li>identified sponsors and donors<\/li>\n<li>governance model and committee profile<\/li>\n<li>Swiss tax and VAT implications<\/li>\n<li>banking needs and KYC requirements<\/li>\n<li>effective presence and Swiss substance<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"step\">\n<div class=\"step-num\">02<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-title\">Bespoke drafting of the bylaws<\/div>\n<p class=\"step-body\">The bylaws are tailored to the real project &mdash; not copied online. They define the governance, frame the activity, anticipate the needs of future sponsors and donors and prepare any tax-exemption ruling. Standard, poorly calibrated bylaws often create more problems than they solve.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"step-list\">\n<li>purpose tailored to the governance model<\/li>\n<li>compliance with the real activities envisaged<\/li>\n<li>compatibility with tax-exemption requirements<\/li>\n<li>anticipation of international issues<\/li>\n<li>framework for future sponsors and partners<\/li>\n<li>rules for general meetings and committee<\/li>\n<li>procedures for amendment and dissolution<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"step\">\n<div class=\"step-num\">03<\/div>\n<div class=\"step-title\">Formation, governance and Commercial Register<\/div>\n<p class=\"step-body\">The association is formed by the adoption of the bylaws, the appointment of the committee and the founding minutes. For serious international files, we systematically coordinate registration with the Commercial Register &mdash; almost indispensable for bank account opening, institutional contracts and the obtention of a tax ruling.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"step-list\">\n<li>formal adoption of the bylaws<\/li>\n<li>appointment of the committee and signatures<\/li>\n<li>founding minutes<\/li>\n<li>legalisation of signatures<\/li>\n<li>application and registration with the cantonal Commercial Register<\/li>\n<li>obtention of the UID number<\/li>\n<li>first banking and tax steps<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">09<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Why My Swiss Company<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h2\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\">What you gain by entrusting your footprint to My Swiss Company, rather than to a simple <em>legal firm.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">You gain far more than a simple association formation. My Swiss Company structures, hosts and administers Swiss associations that comply with statutory requirements and, where necessary, are registered with the Commercial Register. Our &laquo; one-stop shop &raquo; approach covers all operational needs: secretariat, accounting, taxation, tax-exemption applications, governance, regulatory follow-up and day-to-day administration. We also provide Swiss-resident committee members as well as registered-address solutions with private offices and conference rooms, to build a footprint that is credible, operational and defendable before banks, tax authorities, sponsors and institutional partners.<\/p>\n<p class=\"lead\">My Swiss Company structures defendable footprints, not mailing addresses. Our role is to anticipate banking, tax and compliance frictions in order to deliver a Swiss association that can be defended before every stakeholder.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"benefits-grid anim\">\n<article class=\"benefit-card\">\n<div class=\"benefit-num\">01<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"benefit-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"> <path d=\"M20 10c0 4.993-5.539 10.193-7.399 11.799a1 1 0 0 1-1.202 0C9.539 20.193 4 14.993 4 10a8 8 0 0 1 16 0\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle> <\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Registered address &amp; offices in Geneva.<\/h3>\n<p>Registered head-office address in Geneva with the option of private offices, meeting rooms and reception services. A real physical presence, not a simple mailbox, that reassures banks, partners and authorities.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"benefit-proof\">&mdash; Commercial Register address &middot; Offices &middot; Meeting rooms<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"benefit-card\">\n<div class=\"benefit-num\">02<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"benefit-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"> <path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"><\/path><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"><\/circle><path d=\"M23 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87\"><\/path><path d=\"M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"><\/path> <\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Swiss-resident committee member.<\/h3>\n<p>Provision of an experienced Swiss-resident board \/ committee member where the file requires it. Banking credibility, compliance with tax requirements and genuine operational substance to defend the Swiss footprint.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"benefit-proof\">&mdash; Resident board &middot; KYC &middot; Swiss substance<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"benefit-card\">\n<div class=\"benefit-num\">03<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"benefit-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"> <rect height=\"13\" rx=\"2\" width=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"6\"><\/rect><path d=\"M3 10h18\"><\/path><circle cx=\"8\" cy=\"14\" r=\"1.5\"><\/circle><path d=\"M14 14h4\"><\/path> <\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Banking introductions and support.<\/h3>\n<p>Introductions to Swiss banks tailored to your association&#8217;s profile. Complete preparation of the KYC file, international organisation charts, funding sources, sponsor contracts, forecast budgets. Follow-up through to the effective opening of the account.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"benefit-proof\">&mdash; Introductions &middot; KYC &middot; Compliance follow-up<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"benefit-card\">\n<div class=\"benefit-num\">04<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"benefit-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"> <path d=\"M14 2H6a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v16a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h12a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V8z\"><\/path><path d=\"M14 2v6h6\"><\/path><path d=\"M8 13h8M8 17h6\"><\/path> <\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Tax ruling and VAT structuring.<\/h3>\n<p>Preparation and negotiation of the tax-exemption ruling with the cantonal administration. Analysis of VAT liability (Art. 10 VAT Act), treatment of sponsors, tickets, congresses and cross-border operations. Compliance from day one.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"benefit-proof\">&mdash; Ruling &middot; Exemption &middot; Event VAT<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"benefit-card\">\n<div class=\"benefit-num\">05<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"benefit-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"> <path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"><\/path><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"><\/path> <\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>AML compliance and compliance.<\/h3>\n<p>My Swiss Company is an <strong>SRO member<\/strong> (FINMA-SRO F01502161). Enhanced due diligence on donors, sanctions screening, documentation of beneficial owners, justification of international payments. Compliance that secures your banking relationships.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"benefit-proof\">&mdash; SRO &middot; Donor KYC &middot; Sanctions check<\/span> <\/article>\n<article class=\"benefit-card\">\n<div class=\"benefit-num\">06<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"benefit-icon\"> <svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"> <path d=\"M3 17l6-6 4 4 8-8\"><\/path><path d=\"M21 7v6h-6\"><\/path> <\/svg> <\/div>\n<h3>Full post-formation administration.<\/h3>\n<p>Beyond formation, we take charge of accounting, payroll, corporate secretariat, work permits, tax obligations and coordination with auditors and authorities. A single contact person for the entire life of your association.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"benefit-proof\">&mdash; Accounting &middot; Payroll &middot; Permits &middot; Audit<\/span> <\/article>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"benefits-foot anim\">\n<p>A single contact person, six coordinated areas of expertise and more than 30 years of experience on international files. We structure the entirety of your association footprint in Geneva, so that your committee can focus fully on the mission.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">10<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Case studies<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h2\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\">Five organisational profiles that <em>we support<\/em> in Geneva<\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">From humanitarian NGOs to scientific forums, from sports federations to philanthropic platforms, every association mandate presents specific trade-offs: governance, funding, AML compliance, VAT, tax exemption. Our experience allows us to anticipate frictions and calibrate a defendable Swiss footprint.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"cas-stack anim\">\n<article class=\"cas-card\" id=\"cas-ong\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"cas-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-icon\"><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><path d=\"M2 12h20M12 2a15 15 0 010 20M12 2a15 15 0 000 20\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"cas-card-heading\"><span class=\"cas-card-tag\">NGO \u00b7 United States \u00b7 International advocacy<\/span><span class=\"cas-card-title\">American NGO establishing a European presence in Geneva<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"cas-card-body\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-body-inner\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-content\"> <pee>An American NGO specialised in international environmental advocacy wishes to set up a Swiss structure to interact with the UN organisations based in Geneva (UNEP, UNFCCC, WMO) and develop its European fundraising.<\/pee> <pee>Client needs\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>credible Swiss association before institutional partners\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>bank account opening with management of international donations\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>tax-exemption ruling with the cantonal administration\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>coordination with the US parent (501(c)(3)).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pee>Our intervention\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>bylaws tailored to the transatlantic governance model\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>provision of a Geneva-resident committee member\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>banking introductions prepared with a complete KYC file\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>cantonal tax-exemption ruling obtained within 4 months\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>current accounting and annual activity reports.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"cas-card\" id=\"cas-forum\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"cas-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-icon\"><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 2L2 7l10 5 10-5-10-5z\"><\/path><path d=\"M2 17l10 5 10-5M2 12l10 5 10-5\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"cas-card-heading\"><span class=\"cas-card-tag\">Scientific forum \u00b7 Biotech \u00b7 International congress<\/span><span class=\"cas-card-title\">International biotech forum organising an annual congress in Geneva<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"cas-card-body\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-body-inner\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-content\"> <pee>A grouping of researchers and biotech industrialists wishes to set up a Swiss association to organise an annual congress in Geneva, manage industrial sponsors and coordinate an institutional platform around personalised medicine.<\/pee> <pee>Client needs\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>VAT structuring on tickets, sponsors and stands\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>separation between association activity and commercial activity\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>administrative management of foreign speakers (permits, withholding tax)\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>sponsoring contracts with pharma multinationals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pee>Our intervention\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>bylaws with a clearly framed accessory commercial activity\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>VAT-liability analysis and registration with the FTA\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>creation of a parallel commercial company for derivative rights\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>short-term work permits for international speakers\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>multi-flow accounting and reporting to the scientific board.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"cas-card\" id=\"cas-federation\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"cas-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-icon\"><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"6\" r=\"2\"><\/circle><path d=\"M9 10h6l-2 5 3 7M9 22l2-7\"><\/path><path d=\"M6 14l3-2 6 0\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"cas-card-heading\"><span class=\"cas-card-tag\">Sports federation \u00b7 International \u00b7 Commercial rights<\/span><span class=\"cas-card-title\">Emerging international sports federation<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"cas-card-body\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-body-inner\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-content\"> <pee>A new international sports federation (emerging discipline) wishes to establish itself in Switzerland to benefit from neutrality, from the IOC\/WADA\/CAS ecosystem and from the concentration of federations in Lausanne and Geneva. Members in 35 countries, multi-jurisdictional governance requirements.<\/pee> <pee>Client needs\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>bylaws compliant with IOC requirements and sports good practices\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>multi-continental governance with balanced representation\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>structuring of TV rights, sponsoring and licensing\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>VAT compliance on competitions, sponsors and derivative rights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pee>Our intervention\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>bylaws inspired by the standards of the IOC and recognised IFs\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>creation of a parallel commercial structure for rights\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>banking introductions to Swiss establishments specialised in sport\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>cantonal tax ruling and SRO compliance\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>general secretariat and annual administrative coordination.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"cas-card\" id=\"cas-philanthropie\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"cas-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-icon\"><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4 10l8-5 8 5\"><\/path><path d=\"M6 10v8M10 10v8M14 10v8M18 10v8\"><\/path><path d=\"M3 18h18\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"cas-card-heading\"><span class=\"cas-card-tag\">Philanthropy \u00b7 Family \u00b7 International programme<\/span><span class=\"cas-card-title\">Family philanthropic platform with international reach<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"cas-card-body\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-body-inner\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-content\"> <pee>A European family wishes to set up a philanthropic platform to fund educational and environmental projects in several countries. Choice between association and foundation to be arbitrated depending on the flexibility required and the heritage philanthropy envisaged.<\/pee> <pee>Client needs\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>comparative analysis of Swiss association vs foundation\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>flexibility to adapt the programme to opportunities\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>cantonal and federal public-utility tax exemption\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>reinforced AML compliance on cross-border donations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pee>Our intervention\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>recommendation of an association (programme flexibility) in the first phase\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>creation of a foundation envisaged if future heritage commitment\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>public-utility ruling negotiated with the cantonal administration\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>enhanced due diligence procedures on all international donors\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>annual activity reports compliant with exemption requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"cas-card\" id=\"cas-academique\"> <button aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"cas-card-trigger\" type=\"button\"> <\/p>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-icon\"><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M22 10v6M2 10l10-5 10 5-10 5z\"><\/path><path d=\"M6 12v5c3 3 9 3 12 0v-5\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n<div class=\"cas-card-heading\"><span class=\"cas-card-tag\">Research \u00b7 Inter-university consortium \u00b7 Grants<\/span><span class=\"cas-card-title\">European academic consortium with seat in Geneva<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"cas-card-toggle\"><\/span> <\/button> <\/p>\n<div class=\"cas-card-body\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-body-inner\">\n<div class=\"cas-card-content\"> <pee>A consortium of 12 European universities forms a Swiss association to coordinate a multi-year research programme funded by EU grants, Innosuisse and private donations. Seat chosen in Geneva for the proximity to EPFL, UNIGE, CERN and for institutional neutrality.<\/pee> <pee>Client needs\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>bylaws compatible with donor requirements (EU, Innosuisse)\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>balanced governance between 12 academic partners\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>management of grants and detailed financial reporting\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>work permits for visiting researchers\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>VAT compliance on research services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pee>Our intervention\u00a0:<\/pee>\n<ul>\n<li>bylaws validated by the legal departments of the founding universities\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>accounting structuring adapted to donor reporting\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>tax-exemption ruling for scientific activities\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>management of L and G permits for cross-border researchers\u00a0;<\/li>\n<li>general secretariat and coordination with the scientific board.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/article><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head anim\">\n<div class=\"chapter-mark\"><span class=\"chapter-num\">11<\/span><span class=\"chapter-label\">Understanding the legal framework<\/span><span class=\"chapter-rule\"><\/span><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"h2\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\">The Swiss verein legal framework, <em>made clear.<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"lead\">The Swiss association (Verein) rests on Articles 60 to 79 of the Civil Code. Simple formation, flexible governance, but growing requirements in terms of transparency, AML compliance and operational substance. An overview of the key notions.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"cantons-slider-wrap anim\">\n<div class=\"cantons-grid cantons-slider\">\n<article class=\"canton-card\">\n<div class=\"canton-card-head\"><span class=\"canton-card-flag\">CC<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Art. 60-79 CC<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<pee class=\"canton-card-pitch\">The basic legal framework of the association under Swiss law. Formation by adoption of bylaws, appointment of the committee, non-economic purpose or framed accessory activity. Simplicity and flexibility at the heart of the system.<\/pee>\n<ul class=\"canton-card-meta\">\n<li><span>Source<\/span><strong>Swiss Civil Code<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Formation<\/span><strong>Bylaws + committee<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Purpose<\/span><strong>Non-economic<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <a class=\"canton-card-link\" href=\"#contact\">Compliant formation <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<article class=\"canton-card highlight\">\n<div class=\"canton-card-head\"><span class=\"canton-card-flag\">VRN<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Verein &#8211; International association<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<pee class=\"canton-card-pitch\">The Swiss verein is used by international law firms (Baker McKenzie, DLA Piper, Dentons\u2026), global sports federations and scientific forums to federate legally independent entities under a common brand.<\/pee>\n<ul class=\"canton-card-meta\">\n<li><span>Usage<\/span><strong>Law firms \u00b7 Federations<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Advantage<\/span><strong>Entity independence<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Risk<\/span><strong>Swiss substance required<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <a class=\"canton-card-link\" href=\"#contact\">Structure a Verein <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<article class=\"canton-card\">\n<div class=\"canton-card-head\"><span class=\"canton-card-flag\">RC<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Commercial Register registration<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<pee class=\"canton-card-pitch\">Mandatory registration if the association operates an enterprise in commercial form or is subject to audit (Art. 61 CC). In practice, almost indispensable for international files: bank account opening, institutional contracts, tax ruling.<\/pee>\n<ul class=\"canton-card-meta\">\n<li><span>Obligation<\/span><strong>Art. 61 conditions<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Practice<\/span><strong>Almost indispensable<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Effect<\/span><strong>Banking credibility<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <a class=\"canton-card-link\" href=\"#contact\">Commercial Register registration <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<article class=\"canton-card\">\n<div class=\"canton-card-head\"><span class=\"canton-card-flag\">UP<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Public utility<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<pee class=\"canton-card-pitch\">Tax status granted by ruling from the cantonal administration. Exemption from profit and capital tax, deductibility of donations. Requirements: concrete public interest, non-private beneficiaries, unremunerated committee.<\/pee>\n<ul class=\"canton-card-meta\">\n<li><span>Effect<\/span><strong>Exemption \u00b7 Deductibility<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Procedure<\/span><strong>Cantonal ruling<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Criteria<\/span><strong>Concrete public interest<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <a class=\"canton-card-link\" href=\"#contact\">Public-utility ruling <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<article class=\"canton-card\">\n<div class=\"canton-card-head\"><span class=\"canton-card-flag\">VAT<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>VAT art. 10 VAT Act<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<pee class=\"canton-card-pitch\">Liability from CHF 150&#8217;000 of turnover for associations managed on a voluntary basis (otherwise CHF 100&#8217;000). Concerns sponsors, tickets, congresses, stands, services. Standard rate 8.1 %. Mandatory match between accounting and VAT returns.<\/pee>\n<ul class=\"canton-card-meta\">\n<li><span>Threshold<\/span><strong>CHF 150&#8217;000 (voluntary)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Rate<\/span><strong>8.1 % standard<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Concerns<\/span><strong>Sponsors \u00b7 Events<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <a class=\"canton-card-link\" href=\"#contact\">Liability analysis <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<article class=\"canton-card\">\n<div class=\"canton-card-head\"><span class=\"canton-card-flag\">AML<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>AML compliance<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<pee class=\"canton-card-pitch\">International associations are closely scrutinised by banks and financial intermediaries. Enhanced due diligence on donors, sanctions screening, traceability of flows. Opaque governance triggers bank refusal.<\/pee>\n<ul class=\"canton-card-meta\">\n<li><span>Target<\/span><strong>Banks \u00b7 SRO \u00b7 CSPs<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Requirement<\/span><strong>Beneficial owner<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Risk<\/span><strong>Bank refusal<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <a class=\"canton-card-link\" href=\"#contact\">AML compliance audit <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<article class=\"canton-card\">\n<div class=\"canton-card-head\"><span class=\"canton-card-flag\">FND<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Association vs Foundation<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<pee class=\"canton-card-pitch\">The association is flexible (modifiable bylaws, members, committee), the foundation is heritage-based (dedicated capital, foundation council, supervision). The choice depends on the nature of the project, the durability aimed for and the heritage commitment envisaged.<\/pee>\n<ul class=\"canton-card-meta\">\n<li><span>Association<\/span><strong>Flexible \u00b7 Members<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Foundation<\/span><strong>Heritage \u00b7 Supervision<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Arbitration<\/span><strong>MSC audit<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <a class=\"canton-card-link\" href=\"#contact\">Vehicle arbitration <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<article class=\"canton-card\">\n<div class=\"canton-card-head\"><span class=\"canton-card-flag\">RPC<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Swiss GAAP FER 21<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<pee class=\"canton-card-pitch\">Accounting recommendation dedicated to public-utility organisations (associations, foundations). Performance report, transparency on the use of funds, link with the supervisory authority and institutional donors.<\/pee>\n<ul class=\"canton-card-meta\">\n<li><span>Target<\/span><strong>NPOs \u00b7 Public utility<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Contribution<\/span><strong>Performance report<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span>Demand<\/span><strong>Donors \u00b7 Funders<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <a class=\"canton-card-link\" href=\"#contact\">FER 21 implementation <svg viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a> <\/article>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"cantons-nav\"> <span class=\"cantons-nav-info\">8 key notions of the association framework<\/span> <button aria-label=\"Previous\" class=\"cantons-arrow cantons-arrow-prev\" type=\"button\"><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M15 6l-6 6 6 6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button> <button aria-label=\"Next\" class=\"cantons-arrow cantons-arrow-next\" type=\"button\"><svg fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 6l6 6-6 6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"compare anim\" id=\"association-vs-fondation\">\n<div class=\"compare-head\"> <span class=\"compare-tag\">Choice of legal vehicle<\/span> <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"compare-title\">Association or foundation in Switzerland&nbsp;?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"compare-intro\">The choice between association (verein, Art. 60-79 CC) and foundation (Art. 80 et seq. CC) depends on the nature of your project, the durability aimed for and the heritage commitment envisaged. A summary table to orient your initial arbitration &mdash; an MSC audit will refine the decision on the basis of your real file.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"apres-table-caption\">Key criteria to arbitrate between Swiss association and foundation&nbsp;:<\/p>\n<div class=\"apres-table-wrap\">\n<table class=\"apres-table compare-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Criterion<\/th>\n<th>Association<\/th>\n<th>Foundation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Flexibility<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Very high<\/td>\n<td>More rigid<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Members<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Minimum capital<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>None<\/td>\n<td>Often substantial in practice (CHF 50&#8217;000+)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Governance<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Committee<\/td>\n<td>Foundation council<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Authority oversight<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Moderate<\/td>\n<td>Significant (federal or cantonal supervision)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Suited to evolving projects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Less so<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Suited to heritage philanthropy<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Moderately<\/td>\n<td>Very well suited<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Administrative costs<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Lower<\/td>\n<td>Higher<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Amendment of purpose<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Relatively simple<\/td>\n<td>Often complex<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Supervision<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Limited<\/td>\n<td>Supervisory authority<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p class=\"apres-table-foot\"><em>For durable heritage philanthropy or capital irrevocably dedicated, see our dedicated service <a href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/formation-of-charitable-foundations-in-switzerland\/\">formation of charitable foundations in Switzerland<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-in\">\n<div class=\"faq-left anim-left\">\n<div class=\"s-label\">Frequently asked questions<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"s-title\">Everything you need to know about forming an <em>association in Switzerland<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"s-sub\">Answers to the questions we receive every week about forming an association in Geneva, opening a bank account, the tax ruling, AML compliance and governance for international structures.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-questions anim-right\" id=\"faqList\">\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>How much does it cost to form an association in Switzerland?<\/h3>\n<p>At My Swiss Company, three packages&nbsp;: <strong>Formation<\/strong> from CHF 4&#8217;500 one-shot (bylaws, committee, Commercial Register), <strong>International footprint<\/strong> from CHF 1&#8217;500\/month (address, resident board, banking support, tax ruling), <strong>Premium bespoke<\/strong> from CHF 3&#8217;500\/month (full admin + accounting + payroll + international coordination). The exact scope is calibrated during the free audit.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>Is minimum capital required to form a Swiss association?<\/h3>\n<p>No &mdash; unlike an SA (CHF 100&#8217;000) or a S\u00e0rl (CHF 20&#8217;000), the Swiss association requires <strong>no legal minimum capital<\/strong>. Formation is achieved by adoption of the bylaws and appointment of the committee. That said, banks will require a credible forecast budget and documented funding sources before opening an account.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>Is a Swiss association automatically exempt from taxes?<\/h3>\n<p>No &mdash; tax exemption is <strong>never automatic<\/strong>. It is obtained through a ruling with the cantonal administration, based on strict criteria: concrete public-interest purpose, non-private beneficiaries, unremunerated committee, absence of predominant commercial activity. A purportedly &laquo;&nbsp;non-profit&nbsp;&raquo; structure may perfectly well become taxable if the governance is not coherent.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>Is registration with the Commercial Register mandatory?<\/h3>\n<p>Legally, it is mandatory if the association operates an enterprise in commercial form or is subject to audit (Art. 61 CC). <strong>In practice, registration is almost indispensable<\/strong> for international files: bank account opening, signing of institutional contracts, tax ruling, recruitment, credibility. We systematically recommend registration for international structures.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>Can you help us open a Swiss bank account for our association?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes &mdash; it is one of the most delicate points. We prepare the <strong>complete KYC file<\/strong> (organisation charts, funding sources, sponsor contracts, budgets, minutes, committee details) and coordinate <strong>introductions to Swiss banks suited<\/strong> to your profile. For international NGOs, structures linked to sensitive jurisdictions or to international fundraising, enhanced due diligence is systematic.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>Is a Swiss-resident committee member required?<\/h3>\n<p>Legally, Article 69 CC does not require Swiss residence for committee members. <strong>However, in practice<\/strong>, banks, the tax authorities and institutional partners now examine Swiss substance. A wholly foreign committee with no real presence in Geneva systematically triggers frictions. My Swiss Company provides an experienced <strong>Swiss-resident committee member<\/strong> where the file requires it.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>Must an association register for Swiss VAT?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, as soon as the annual taxable turnover exceeds <strong>CHF 150&#8217;000<\/strong> for associations managed on a voluntary basis (CHF 100&#8217;000 otherwise). Liability concerns in particular&nbsp;: sponsors, congress tickets, stands, sales of publications, invoiced services. See our dedicated service <a href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/tax-representative-for-vat-in-switzerland\/\">tax representative for VAT in Switzerland<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>What is the difference between an association and a foundation in Switzerland?<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>association<\/strong> is flexible (modifiable bylaws, committee, members), with evolving governance and moderate administrative costs. The <strong>foundation<\/strong> is heritage-based (capital irrevocably dedicated, foundation council, federal or cantonal supervision), with rigid governance. For an evolving philanthropic programme, an association is often more suitable. For durable heritage philanthropy, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/formation-of-charitable-foundations-in-switzerland\/\">charitable foundation<\/a> service.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>Can you also manage the accounting and payroll of our association?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes &mdash; this is precisely what the <strong>Premium bespoke<\/strong> package covers. We handle the accounting (Swiss GAAP FER 21 for NPOs), payslips, AHV\/BVG\/UVG\/ALV declarations, annual certificates, work permits and withholding tax. See also our <a href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/administration-services-for-swiss-companies\/\">accounting in Switzerland<\/a> service.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>Do you accept all association projects?<\/h3>\n<p>No. Before accepting a mandate, we analyse the real coherence of the project, the proposed governance, the origin of funding, the regulatory and reputational risks, as well as the structure&#8217;s capacity to operate from Switzerland. We refuse mailboxes without substance, opaque governance, pseudo-NGOs without identifiable activity and projects incompatible with Swiss banking and SRO requirements.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>How long does it take to form an association in Geneva?<\/h3>\n<p>The legal formation (bylaws + committee + minutes) can be completed within <strong>2 to 4 weeks<\/strong>. Registration with the Commercial Register adds 2 to 4 weeks depending on the canton. Bank account opening takes <strong>2 to 4 months<\/strong> depending on the complexity of the KYC file. The tax-exemption ruling takes <strong>3 to 6 months<\/strong>. A turnkey international project is generally operational within 4 to 6 months.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"question\">\n<h3>How many languages do you speak?<\/h3>\n<p>My Swiss Company works in <strong>5 languages<\/strong>&nbsp;: French, English, Spanish, Italian and German. 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ACCOUNTING --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <a class=\"svc-card\" href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/administration-services-for-swiss-companies\/\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-top\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-badge\">Administration<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-ico\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4 4h16v18l-2-1.5L16 22l-2-1.5L12 22l-2-1.5L8 22l-2-1.5L4 22z\"\/><path d=\"M8 9h8M8 13h8M8 17h5\"\/><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-body\">\n<h3>Accounting, VAT, Payroll &#038; SME Taxation<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<ul class=\"svc-feat\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Bookkeeping, closing and financial statements compliant with the CO<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>VAT: returns, rate checks and prevention of reassessments<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Payroll: AHV, BVG, UVG, permits and employee taxation<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-foot\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-go\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-meta\">Operational compliance<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <!-- 2. COMPANY FORMATION --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <a class=\"svc-card\" href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/swiss-company-formation-services\/\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-top\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-badge\">Establishment<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-ico\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"4\" y=\"3\" width=\"16\" height=\"18\" rx=\"1.5\"\/><path d=\"M9 21v-4h6v4M8 7h.01M8 11h.01M12 7h.01M12 11h.01M16 7h.01M16 11h.01\"\/><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-body\">\n<h3>Swiss Company Formation: SA, S\u00e0rl, Branch &#038; Holding<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<ul class=\"svc-feat\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Company formation: SA, S\u00e0rl, branch &#038; holding<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Incorporation with deed, capital and registration with the Commercial Register<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Business creation with coherent banking and tax structuring<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-foot\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-go\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-meta\">Bankable establishment<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <!-- 3. DIRECTOR --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <a class=\"svc-card\" href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/swiss-resident-director-swiss-nominee\/\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-top\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-badge\">Governance<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-ico\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 13c0 5-3.5 7.5-7.66 8.95a1 1 0 0 1-.67-.01C7.5 20.5 4 18 4 13V6a1 1 0 0 1 1-1c2 0 4.5-1.2 6.24-2.72a1.17 1.17 0 0 1 1.52 0C14.51 3.81 17 5 19 5a1 1 0 0 1 1 1z\"\/><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-body\">\n<h3>Swiss Resident Director &#038; Manager: Fiduciary Mandate<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<ul class=\"svc-feat\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Swiss resident director for SA with valid representation<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Swiss resident manager for S\u00e0rl with documentary follow-up<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>KYC, governance and periodic control in Switzerland<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-foot\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-go\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-meta\">Mandate with responsibility<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <!-- 4. 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VAT --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <a class=\"svc-card\" href=\"https:\/\/my-swiss-company.com\/en\/our-services\/tax-representative-for-vat-in-switzerland\/\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-top\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-badge\">Tax<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-ico\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 17V7\"\/><path d=\"M16 8h-6a2 2 0 0 0 0 4h4a2 2 0 0 1 0 4H8\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><\/svg><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-body\">\n<h3>VAT Tax Representative in Switzerland for Foreign Companies<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<ul class=\"svc-feat\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Swiss VAT registration and official fiscal representation<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Quarterly VAT returns, corrections and exchanges with the FTA &#038; customs<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<li>Upstream analysis of liability and non-compliance risks<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"svc-foot\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-go\">Learn more <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M3 8h10M9 4l4 4-4 4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.6\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <span class=\"svc-meta\">Cross-border VAT<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <!-- 6. 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