24.12.2025 • 20 min read

Ready-made (shelf) company in Switzerland: complete guide to selection, purchase and differences from new registration and shell companies

For international entrepreneurs and investors seeking rapid market entry, Switzerland offers two distinct pathways: registering a new company from scratch or acquiring a ready-made shelf company.

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By Markus Pritzker

Swiss Business Lawyer & Corporate Formation Specialist. Off-counsel at SwissFirma network.

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