A Corporate Bank Account in Switzerland

These days it is really hard to open a corporate bank account in Switzerland as a non-resident company. Even private individuals will face the same problem. Say that unless you are ready to put in really high deposits that in most cases remain untouched on your account until you close it (starting from 200,000 EUR), account opening can be a real adventure. But this bank can and will do it for some non-residents. And only EUR 10,000 is required as an initial deposit, while remaining balance on the account should be not less than only a 1000 EUR. in other words, it is possible to open a corporate account as a non-resident company if required documents are provided and authorized by legal authorities.

Today we want to talk about small and mid sizes businesses, who do not wish to put in very high deposits. Many international clients rush to Switzerland to open accounts for their companies and today we want to tell you how to do the same, but without even visiting the bank.

A stable, reputable bank in Switzerland welcomes non-resident companies from many countries worldwide. Clients from Hong Kong, Singapore, EU and other jurisdictions will be accepted most of the time. Classical offshores, such as Marshall Islands, Nevis, Seychelles, BVI, SVG, etc. will usually not be accepted.

Business activities of foreign companies will be considered case by case.

More about Swiss bank account:

• Minimum deposit for legal entities:  EUR/CHF/USD 10,000
• Minimum remaining balance on the account for legal entities: EUR/CHF/USD 1,000
• The Bank provides Home Banking system (Internet banking) with a usage of Digipass device (device, SMS-Digipass and Digipass-online services).

• Support available with 24/7 support in English, Spanish, Russian, German, French, Italian
• Cards: 

Prepaid Cards – SWISS BANKERS TRAVEL CASH MASTERCARD PREPAID, MASTERCARD\VISA PREPAID

Credit Cards – MASTERCARD\VISA Gold International, MASTERCARD\VISA Gold, MASTERCARD Silver VISA Classic, VISA PLATINUM, AMERICAN EXPRESS GOLD CARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS GREEN CARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS PLATINUM CARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS CENTURION CARD in USD, EUR and CHF

• No name and no limit cards available

• Brokerage accounts: stock, bonds, funds, derivatives and forex
• Counseling on financial investment
• Asset Management
• Multi-currency current accounts and deposit accounts
• Structuring Lombard Credit

Who can benefit from opening a Corporate Bank Account in Switzerland?

Companies that are not in the classic offshore zone, more precisely clients who want to have accounts outside their home country.  But, in order to open a corporate bank account in this Swiss bank, the client must have a substance in Switzerland. Substance means physical presence of employees and that all the work is actually conducted at the place of the registration of the company.  In other words, it can’t be a regular offshore company where you just have a PO Box and do not physically exist there, you have to be really present in the country of registration of your company.

Multi-currency Accounts Available

This bank is friendly to many currencies such as USD, EUR, CHF, JPY, Chinese Yuan, Russian rubble, GBP, HK dollar and many others.  It is possible to execute all worldwide commercial bank transfers online and receive payments in all currencies. The fee of their quarterly account management is 120CHF. 

When it comes to online transfers, it is also possible to have deposits in more than 20 currencies. Your corporate bank account will be able to transfer funds in more than 100 currencies in more than a 100 countries in a fully secured and reliable way.

E-banking

Fortunately, this Swiss bank provides E-banking for its clients in order to be able to manage their money 24/7. E-banking service uses high secure technologies that allow you to discreetly access your account. Some of the benefits of E-banking are: checking balances and evolution of your accounts, checking your card statements, refilling your debit card quickly and easily, stocks, options, features and Forex online with interactive brokers platform, create standing orders and save templates, etc. 

How Can You Apply?

Opening a corporate bank account with this Swiss bank can be done completely remotely from anywhere in the world, meaning that there is no need to physically visit the bank. A conference call may be organized with a relationship manager from the bank. The application process is quick and easy. 

Offshore Pro Group has been in the financial consultancy business for years and we will gladly help you find the best financial solutions if you decide to seek our advice. For more information about this bank and a free consultation please contact us via live chat, phone or at [email protected]