Come to Switzerland
Come to Switzerland
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Why Switzerland?
Switzerland is the most competitive business center in the world. There are numerous good reasons to locate a business in Switzerland:
innovation and technology, a liberal economic system, political stability, close links with foreign markets, excellent education and healthcare systems, an outstanding infrastructure, a high standard of living, and a competitive tax system.
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Competitive tax
The center of Europe
Nestled between the Alps and the Jura mountains, Switzerland is a communications and transport center between northern and southern Europe – a place where European cultures and languages meet. No other country offers such great variety in so small an area. The Swiss economyʼs high degree of development exists thanks to a liberal economic system, political stability, and close integration with the economies of other countries. The state creates the necessary framework and only intervenes when this serves the interests of society at large. The high-quality education system and outstanding infrastructure form the basis for the competitiveness of the Swiss economy.
Why Kreston?
Kreston is an international network of over 200 companies in more than 125 countries, with more than 25,000 dedicated professionals.
You will receive first class advice and exceptional service from us wherever in the world you do business.
At Kreston, we combine the expertise of building up companies and administering them effectively with passion and empathy. Through our extensive knowhow, we support our clients more successfully than any other international professional services network.
As long-term and trusted advisor to today’s wealth-creators and guardians, Kreston enables individuals and organizations to thrive and helps them to secure long-term business sustainability for future generations.
Our members benefit from our permanently fresh and future-oriented mindset. The individual consulation of our customers is our main focus.
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Main Pillars of the Swiss Economy
Switzerland has a leading position among industrialized countries in enabling the acquisition of new skills and technologies in the growth sectors of the future. This is thanks to the geographic concentration and intensive links between firms and with knowledge institutions in specific technology fields. Such highly competitive clusters are also highly appealing to new investors.
Switzerland has a leading position among industrialized countries in enabling the acquisition of new skills and technologies in the growth sectors of the future. This is thanks to the geographic concentration and intensive links between firms and with knowledge institutions in specific technology fields. Such highly competitive clusters are also highly appealing to new investors.
Today and in the future, it is the following new technologies and clusters that act as the motors of the Swiss economy:
- biotechnology
- medical devices
information and communication technologies (ICT)
micro- and nanotechnology
environmental technology, and
shared services
Long-term, stable decision-making fundamentals, liberal legislation, protection of free competition and cooperative authorities encourage the establishment of headquarters and facilities in Switzerland for research and production activities.
Stable, safe, secure
Switzerland is the most competitive business center in the world. There are numerous good reasons to locate a business in Switzerland: innovation and technology, a liberal economic system, political stability, close links with foreign markets, excellent education and healthcare systems, an outstanding infrastructure, a high standard of living, and a competitive tax system. These fundamental criteria position Switzerland as an advantageous European location for establishing a business.
Internationally integrated
Switzerland continues to be one of the most attractive locations for foreign direct investment. Independent studies, including those by the Economist Intelligence Unit, Ernst & Young’s Investment Monitor, and IMD’s World Competitiveness Yearbook, give the country consistently high marks on the criteria most important to decision-makers when selecting a business site.
The country offers many advantages and benefits for business investors, and our investment representatives work directly with companies to develop customized and attractive business structures.
Switzerland isn’t in the EU, but it has bilateral trade agreements in place with every country in Europe. This ensures free movement of goods, services, and people. Switzerland has even more free trade agreements than the EU has: in total 41 separate FTAs. Investing in an independent country like Switzerland significantly reduces the risks associated with international expansion.
Liberal Economic System
Switzerland has one of the most liberal and competitive economies in the world. The
banking industry is one of the most important sectors of the Swiss economy. The laws regulating the banking system, and particularly the banking secrecy policies, offer extensive protection for domestic as well as foreign investors.
Easy and liberal labor laws
Switzerland’s labor market is characterized by liberal legislation, light-touch regulation,
and exceptional social stability. Labor disputes are resolved by the social partners. Strikes are rare. The social insurance system for workers is based on the principles of solidarity and personal responsibility.
Talent pool
Switzerland’s education system ranks among the best in the world and produces a well-
qualified workforce at all levels. As a result of the high-quality education system and the multicultural society, a large part of the population is fluent in multiple languages.
With respect to overall productivity, Switzerland ranks fifth among the world’s leading national economies. The workforce is generally highly motivated, and strikes are almost non-existent.
Switzerland acts like a magnet to qualified workers from abroad and retains the talent it grows. In the Global Talent Competitiveness Index by INSEAD, Switzerland takes first place.
An internationally competitive tax situation
The Swiss tax system is strongly influenced by the federal structure of the country. Emphasis is on direct taxes. By European standards, the tax burden in Switzerland is moderate – both for companies and individuals. The Value Added Tax (VAT) and custom duties are also moderate.
The federal structure leaves ample room for healthy competition between the Cantons. Taxes are determined and levied at the federal, cantonal, and municipal levels. Domestic tax competition plays a significant role in the very low rates of taxation. The most attractive cantons in tax terms are international leaders regarding both corporate taxes and the tax imposed on high-income earners. Numerous bilateral conventions prevent double taxation internationally. Switzerland, as a business location, is therefore also attractive from a tax viewpoint.
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Moving to Switzerland?
Our team is a special group of service providers based in the city of switzerland you are moving to. They deliver all the help you need in one place.
Whether you need visa and shipping services, financial and insurance advice, or real estate assistance, our teams have it covered. Even your beloved pet will be looked after by a team member specialising in pet relocations.
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