Relocation
Moving to Switzerland
Through the companies of Gruppo Multi, we can provide a single point of contact for tax, administrative, and real estate assistance to individuals and companies throughout the entire relocation process to the Canton of Ticino.
Relocation can be divided into two main areas: on one hand, the transfer of an individual’s residence to Switzerland, in particular to the Canton of Ticino; on the other hand, the relocation of a company, or the establishment of a new company, in Switzerland.
Individuals
There are several aspects to consider when relocating your residence to Switzerland, particularly to the Canton of Ticino.
Learn more in our informative guide.
Why move to Switzerland?
There are many reasons why Switzerland, and more specifically the Canton of Ticino, increasingly attracts people to move their residence here and why relocating is seen as a concrete opportunity to consider.
Some advantages include, for example:
- High quality of life, stability, and safety
- Strategic location at the heart of Europe
- Political, economic, and monetary stability
- Innovation and technology, excellent workforce training, and cutting-edge research institutions
- Favorable tax system
- Efficient infrastructure and transportation
The typical relocation process
- Preliminary analysis
- Review of Swiss tax aspects
- Review of foreign tax aspects
- Identification of residence
- Application for residence permit
- Relocation procedures
Why is the role of a consultant important during relocation?
Gruppo Multi provides valuable support and guidance to assist clients throughout the relocation process efficiently, simplifying procedures and offering personalized, expert assistance.
Services offered:
- Preliminary assessments, including tax analyses
- Real estate assistance
- Application for visas and permits, including for non-EU citizens
- Support for various pre- and post-relocation procedures
Companies
Even in the case of a company relocation, it is essential to carefully evaluate various aspects, particularly legal, accounting, and tax matters. Learn more in our informative guide.
Company relocation or establishment of a new entity in Switzerland
In a corporate relocation, it is important to assess whether it is preferable to relocate an existing company or establish a new company from scratch within the Swiss Confederation.
Global competitiveness
Switzerland has consistently ranked at the top of global competitiveness indices. It has long been recognized as a leading country in terms of competitiveness, innovation, and stability.
Accounting and Taxes
Accounting standards in Switzerland are simple and straightforward. Records must be maintained in an orderly manner to document transactions and circumstances necessary to present an entity’s assets, financial position, and income.
Swiss law requires that financial statements be prepared annually in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and meet key criteria such as completeness and clarity, as well as minimum content requirements to enhance transparency.
Switzerland is very well positioned in terms of corporate taxation, with a profit tax rate close to the OECD global minimum of 15%.
Value Added Tax (VAT) is also among the lowest in the world, currently set at 8.1%.
The tax reform introduced from 2020 onwards includes various measures aimed at making Switzerland even more attractive, encouraging the establishment of high value-added businesses.
Collaboration between Companies and Universities in Switzerland
Companies operating in Switzerland can benefit from a competitive advantage thanks to the presence of top-tier universities and educational institutions. Many companies collaborate closely with these institutions to train highly skilled personnel and develop innovative projects.
Why is the role of a consultant important during relocation?
Gruppo Multi provides valuable support and guidance to assist clients efficiently throughout the relocation process, simplifying procedures and offering personalized, expert assistance.
Services offered:
- Preliminary assessments, including tax analyses
- Real estate assistance
- Application for visas and permits, including for non-EU citizens
- Support for various pre- and post-relocation procedures
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