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# Swiss Director Services: Experienced and qualified directors, nominee directors based in Switzerland to ensure representation in compliance with Swiss law.

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## Posts
- [The Share Register and Register of Beneficial Owners in Switzerland](https://swissdirectorservices.com/share-register-swistzerland/): A Swiss company that has issued registered shares must keep a share register recording the owners' and usufructuaries' names and addresses (art. 686 CO); only those entered are recognised as shareholders towards the company. Separately, anyone acquiring shares that reach or exceed 25 % of the capital or votes must report the beneficial owner within one month (art. 697j CO), who is recorded in the company's register of beneficial owners (art. 697l CO). Both registers must be kept in Switzerland and kept up to date — a failure suspends the shareholder's rights (art. 697m CO).
- [The Annual General Meeting of a Swiss Company](https://swissdirectorservices.com/annual-general-meeting-swiss-company/): A Swiss company (AG/SA or GmbH/Sàrl) must hold its ordinary general meeting within six months of the close of its financial year (art. 699 al. 2 CO). Convened by the board, the meeting approves the annual accounts, decides on the use of the profit, discharges the board and, where applicable, elects the board and the auditors (art. 698 CO). Since the 2023 company-law reform it may be held in person, by circular resolution, or as a hybrid or fully virtual meeting. The board keeps signed minutes (art. 702 CO).
- [Company Secretary in Switzerland: Role and a Company’s Statutory Obligations](https://swissdirectorservices.com/company-secretary-switzerland/): Switzerland has no statutory "company secretary" role — unlike the UK, the Swiss Code of Obligations (CO) does not require a company to appoint one. But the secretarial function is essential: every Swiss company (AG/SA or GmbH/Sàrl) must hold an annual general meeting within six months of its year-end (art. 699 CO), keep a share register (art. 686 CO) and a register of beneficial owners (art. 697j / 697l CO), file statutory changes with the Commercial Register, and retain its books for ten years (art. 958f CO). These duties fall on the board — or are outsourced to a corporate secretarial provider.
- [Board of Directors in Switzerland: Legal Duties and Residency Requirements](https://swissdirectorservices.com/board-of-directors-in-switzerland-legal-duties-and-residency-requirements/): Every Swiss company must be governed by a board: a board of directors for a société anonyme (SA/AG), or one or more managing directors for a société à responsabilité limitée (Sàrl/GmbH). At least one board member or managing director with signatory authority must be domiciled in Switzerland (art. 718 para. 4 and 814 para. 3 of the Swiss Code of Obligations), and the board's core duties are non-transferable under art. 716a CO. This guide explains those duties, who can serve as a Swiss board member, the residency rule, and the penalties for non-compliance.
- [Forming Your Swiss SA/AG or Sàrl/GmbH](https://swissdirectorservices.com/swiss-sa-ag-sarl-gmbh-formation/): Harness Switzerland's stability for your business. Appointing a resident director isn't just a legal step; it's a strategic move ensuring compliance, credibility, and seamless access to a thriving market. Let us simplify your Swiss company formation journey.
- [Swiss Director for International Companies](https://swissdirectorservices.com/swiss-director-for-international-companies/): Appointing a Swiss resident director is a legal requirement for foreign-owned companies in Switzerland to ensure proper representation and compliance. The director bears real responsibilities, including regulatory filings and dealings with Swiss authorities. SWISS DIRECTOR SERVICES Sàrl provides secure and professional Swiss directorship services tailored to international businesses.
- [Liquidating a Swiss Company: Dissolution, Liquidation and Deregistration](https://swissdirectorservices.com/liquidator-of-a-swiss-company/): To dissolve a Swiss company (SA/AG or Sàrl/GmbH), one or more liquidators must be appointed—these can be directors, an external individual, or a fiduciary. The liquidator’s role is to settle debts, sell assets, prepare a final balance sheet, and request deregistration from the Commercial Register. The process follows 8 key steps, including a mandatory creditor notice in the Swiss Official Gazette (FOSC). The company operates under the name "in liquidation" until completion. Professional support is strongly advised to ensure legal and tax compliance.
- [Swiss Resident Director: Legal Duties, Benefits and How to Appoint One](https://swissdirectorservices.com/why-your-swiss-company-needs-a-resident-director-legal-obligations-and-business-benefits/): Every Swiss company (SA/AG or Sàrl/GmbH) must appoint at least one director domiciled in Switzerland, as required by Articles 718 and 814 of the Swiss Code of Obligations. A resident director ensures legal compliance, enables effective communication with Swiss authorities, and supports the company’s economic substance. Swiss banks also often require a local director for account opening. Appointing a professional director enhances business credibility and operational continuity. Swiss Director Services Sàrl offers trusted resident director services to meet all legal and strategic needs.
- [Appointing, Removing or Changing a Director in Switzerland](https://swissdirectorservices.com/appointing-or-removing-a-director-in-switzerland/): The appointment and removal of a director in Switzerland is governed by the Swiss Code of Obligations and must be entered in the Commercial Register. Appointment requires minutes, a declaration of acceptance and proof of identity, with publication in the FOSC. Removal from office is by revocation or resignation, accompanied by minutes and, if necessary, a letter of resignation. An AG or GmbH must always have at least one representative domiciled in Switzerland. It is advisable to use the services of a trustee to ensure that all formalities are carried out correctly.
- [Directors and Managers in Switzerland: Roles, Differences and the Residency Rule](https://swissdirectorservices.com/directors-and-managers-in-switzerland/): In Switzerland, a director sits on the board of a société anonyme (SA/AG), while a manager — the gérant — runs a société à responsabilité limitée (Sàrl/GmbH). The role differs by company form, but both share one binding rule: every Swiss company must be able to be represented by at least one person, holding signatory power, who is domiciled in Switzerland (Swiss Code of Obligations, art. 718 para. 4 and 814 para. 3). This page explains the distinction, who can hold the role, why it matters, and what happens without a compliant representative.

## Pages
- [Corporate Secretarial Services in Switzerland](https://swissdirectorservices.com/corporate-secretarial-services-in-switzerland/): Keep your Swiss company compliant and its records in order — minutes, statutory registers, Commercial Register filings and correspondence, handled by a Swiss-based team.
- [Contact](https://swissdirectorservices.com/contact/): Contact us to discuss your Swiss resident director requirements. Our team will be pleased to review your structure and explore how we can support your Swiss representation needs.
- [Who we are](https://swissdirectorservices.com/about-us/): Professional and personalized support to Swiss and international companies. Practical and strategic solutions with customized support — each company is unique.
- [Liquidation services for Swiss companies](https://swissdirectorservices.com/liquidator-services-for-swiss-companies/): A reliable partner to manage your company liquidation, ensure full compliance with Swiss legal and tax requirements, and efficiently handle all administrative and closing procedures.
- [Board member services for Swiss foundations and associations](https://swissdirectorservices.com/board-member-services-for-swiss-foundations-and-associations/): A reliable partner to ensure your official representation, guarantee regulatory compliance and optimize your administrative management.
- [Director, manager and director services in Switzerland](https://swissdirectorservices.com/director-nominee-director-and-board-member-services-in-switzerland/): A reliable partner to ensure your official representation, guarantee regulatory compliance and optimize your administrative management.
- [Home](https://swissdirectorservices.com/): Swiss Director Services Sàrl provides qualified Swiss resident directors to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Swiss Code of Obligations (CO). Swiss law requires that at least one director with signatory authority be resident in Switzerland. To better understand the legal, governance and practical implications of this requirement, read our guide on why your Swiss company needs a resident director. We support international groups and entrepreneurs by providing experienced Swiss-based board representatives for their Swiss subsidiaries and holding companies.