Time saving
The company is already incorporated and entered in the commercial register. The full initial incorporation process is avoided; transfer and amendments remain necessary.
Swiss company acquisition
Start in Switzerland without starting from zero.
A Swiss GmbH and a Swiss AG are available for a structured ownership transfer—designed for entrepreneurs seeking to save time and avoid the complete new-incorporation process.
Already entered in the commercial registerStructured transferPersonal coordination by Alpine CapitalExclusively for verified buyers
GmbH and AG availableBenefits
Why buy an existing Swiss company?
The principal benefit is time saved compared with a complete new incorporation. The acquisition remains a structured legal, registry, banking and compliance process.
Existing legal entity
Legal identity, UID and commercial register entry already exist. Operational preparations can build on this after the proper ownership and governance changes.
Structured acquisition process
KYC, purchase agreement, ownership and governance changes, signing rights, filings, bank review and document handover are coordinated in one process.
Prepared documentation
Corporate, register, accounting, tax and contractual documents that actually exist and have been reviewed are made available confidentially to qualified parties.
Individual adaptation
Name, purpose, registered office, address, governing bodies, signing rights, ownership structure and further services may be adapted subject to legal and banking review.
Support after acquisition
Alpine Capital can coordinate board or management, address, Offices, banking process, accounting, tax, compliance, insurance and recruitment.
Currently available
Two Swiss companies. Separate confidential opportunities.
Both companies are already entered in the Swiss commercial register. Company data and documentation are provided confidentially after buyer review.
AvailableAlpine Capital · GMBH
Swiss GmbH
Already established Swiss company for a structured ownership transfer. Complete data is provided confidentially only to qualified parties.
- Legal form
- GmbH
- Status
- Available
- Registered office / canton
- Confidential after preliminary review
- Incorporation date
- Confidential after preliminary review
- UID
- Confidential after preliminary review
- Capital
- Documented position disclosed confidentially
- Business activity
- Documented confidentially
- Banking status
- Under review / confidential
- Price
- On confidential request
AvailableAlpine Capital · AG
Swiss AG
Already established Swiss company for a structured ownership transfer. Complete data is provided confidentially only to qualified parties.
- Legal form
- AG
- Status
- Available
- Registered office / canton
- Confidential after preliminary review
- Incorporation date
- Confidential after preliminary review
- UID
- Confidential after preliminary review
- Capital
- Documented position disclosed confidentially
- Business activity
- Documented confidentially
- Banking status
- Under review / confidential
- Price
- On confidential request
Decision basis
New incorporation or existing company?
| Topic | New incorporation | Existing company |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | must be newly incorporated | already exists |
| Commercial register | initial entry required | already registered; amendments required |
| Incorporation deed and notary | full incorporation required | transfer and amendments |
| Capital contribution account | required for incorporation | depends on capital and banking situation |
| Timing | several sequential steps | often shorter, subject to KYC and amendments |
| Company name and purpose | chosen within legal rules | may be changed where appropriate |
| Bank account | new bank review | new owner and KYC review remains required |
| Documentation | created from scratch | existing records are reviewed and handed over |
Actual timing depends in particular on buyer documentation, KYC, requested changes, notary, commercial register and bank review.
Process
Six steps to a structured handover.
Confidential enquiry
Legal form, business purpose, owners and intended start date are provided.
Initial buyer review
Identity, residence, beneficial owners, business purpose and basic suitability are reviewed.
Confidential documents
Following preliminary review, the party receives further information and, where appropriate, a confidentiality agreement.
Purchase structure and changes
Name, purpose, registered office, governing bodies, signing rights, address and additional services are defined.
Agreement, transfer and register
Agreements, resolutions, signatures, notarial steps and commercial register changes are coordinated.
Handover and operational setup
Documents, accounting, banking process, address and ongoing administration are handed over according to scope.
Alpine Capital · Wollerau SZ
Confidential buyer enquiry
Complete company data is provided only to qualified parties following an initial buyer, KYC and compliance review.
Important notice: Opening a bank account or continuing an existing banking relationship cannot be guaranteed. Changes to name, purpose, registered office, governing bodies and signing rights are subject to individual review.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about acquisition
What is an already established Swiss company?+
It is a legal entity that has already been incorporated and entered in the Swiss commercial register. Ownership, governing bodies, signing rights and, where appropriate, name, purpose, registered office or articles are adjusted before or during the transfer.
Why can the purchase be faster than a new incorporation?+
The initial incorporation and commercial register entry have already taken place. The actual time saving still depends on buyer documentation, KYC, requested changes, notary, commercial register and bank review.
Can the company name be changed?+
A change of company name may generally be possible. It must be legally permissible and, depending on the legal form and amendment, is implemented through resolutions, possible notarisation and a commercial register filing.
Can the corporate purpose be changed?+
Yes, an amendment may be possible. The new purpose must be lawful, sufficiently specific and compatible with the intended activity and compliance requirements.
Can the registered office be moved?+
A transfer of registered office is generally possible. Depending on the situation, amended articles, a new address, resolutions, notarial involvement and a commercial register filing may be required.
Is a Swiss managing director or board member required?+
A Swiss GmbH or AG must be capable of being represented by at least one authorised person resident in Switzerland. The exact governance and signing structure is defined individually.
Can foreign persons buy a Swiss GmbH or AG?+
In principle, yes. Buyers, beneficial owners, country of residence, source of funds and intended business purpose are reviewed before a transaction.
Does the company already have a bank account?+
The current banking status is disclosed confidentially to qualified parties. An existing account does not mean that the bank will automatically continue the relationship with new owners.
Can an existing bank account be taken over?+
Only subject to the review and approval of the relevant bank. New owners, governing bodies, beneficial owners, business model and source of funds remain subject to renewed KYC and compliance review.
How is it checked whether the company has liabilities?+
Available corporate, accounting, tax, contractual and register documentation is reviewed in a structured manner before purchase. The scope and result depend on the available documents and the agreed review scope.
Which documents does the buyer receive?+
Following preliminary review and, where appropriate, a confidentiality agreement, qualified parties receive the documents that actually exist and are approved for disclosure, such as register extract, articles, incorporation records, ownership register, financial statements and tax documentation.
How long does the ownership transfer take?+
No fixed duration is guaranteed. Timing depends in particular on complete buyer documents, KYC, contract negotiations, requested amendments, notary, commercial register and bank review.
Which additional services can Alpine Capital provide after the acquisition?+
Depending on requirements, Swiss management or board representation, business address, Alpine Offices, bank account applications, accounting, tax coordination, compliance, insurance, recruitment and ongoing corporate administration can be coordinated.