The Swiss government has gone the extra mile in leveraging low corporate tax rates as a competitive advantage. In Switzerland, corporate tax rates vary depending on the canton where you are operating your business.
Entrepreneurs interested in opening a company in Switzerland can benefit from the tax incentives provided on federal and cantonal level. The first step to start a business is to choose the most suitable business structures. These types of business structures are the most commonly used in Switzerland by entrepreneurs.
Subsidiaries are legal entities with capital that is partially or totally owned by foreign companies. However, the management of the subsidiary is not conditioned by the foreign capital, and the entity is able to handle business contracts, hire employees or issue and transfer shares.