Company formation in Schaffhausen
Schaffhausen's position on the German border suits cross-border ventures. We form your GmbH (from CHF 2'500) or AG (from CHF 3'500), handle the registrations and advise on the cross-border angle.
Schaffhausen's position on the German border suits cross-border ventures. We form your GmbH (from CHF 2'500) or AG (from CHF 3'500), handle the registrations and advise on the cross-border angle.
The legal form determines liability, taxes and capital. We choose it together with you.
Schaffhausen sits on the German border around the Rhine Falls, with an industrial economy and many cross-border ties. We look after Schaffhausen SMEs and private clients remotely, with bookkeeping and tax returns prepared independently of location.
What Company formation includes
Choice of legal form
Sole proprietorship, GmbH or AG — we compare liability, capital, taxes and social insurance for your situation.
Articles of association & formation documents
We prepare the articles of association, the deed of incorporation and the required forms — legally sound and complete.
Notary & commercial register
We handle the notarial certification and the coordination of the commercial register entry in your canton for you.
Taxes & social insurance
Registration with VAT, the AHV compensation office, BVG and accident insurance — all from a single source.
Formation from abroad
For founders from abroad: domicile address, permit questions and bank contact — guided clearly, in seven languages.
Planet for Company formation in Schaffhausen
Responsible Commercial Register Office
Commercial Register Office of the Canton of Schaffhausen (Schaffhausen)
Language region
German-speaking Switzerland
Availability
We look after Schaffhausen across Switzerland: we prepare bookkeeping and tax returns remotely, with personal meetings by arrangement.
Frequent questions from Schaffhausen
Does Planet handle cross-border cases in Schaffhausen?
Yes, given Schaffhausen's position on the German border, withholding tax and cross-border employment questions come up often, and we're experienced with them.
How long does it take to form a GmbH?
Usually two to four weeks once all documents are in place — depending on your canton's commercial register. With prepared documents it goes faster; our checklist helps with that.
How much capital do I need?
For a GmbH at least CHF 20'000 (fully paid in), for an AG at least CHF 100'000 (of which CHF 50'000 paid in). The sole proprietorship has no capital requirement.
Here for you in Schaffhausen too
Accounting
From document entry to annual accounts: We run your financial accounting reliably and on time.
Learn more →02Payroll
Payroll, social insurance and HR administration: reliable and discreet.
Learn more →03Business Advisory
Advice on general questions about your company, from income and expenses to day-to-day business decisions.
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