Switzerland is undoubtedly one of the most attractive countries in the world to live in. It also offers an excellent business environment. An ideal combination of political and economic stability, a clean and safe environment and relatively low tax rates make it the ultimate choice for business and residence. Investors and entrepreneurs as well as persons of independent means would normally have no problem obtaining a residence permit. Throughout the world, made in Switzerland stands for products and services that live up to the highest expectations and quality standards. Many of the world's major companies have chosen Switzerland as the location for their global, European or regional headquarters, their international finance companies or research facilities. By establishing your business in Switzerland, you benefit from the excellent reputation that Switzerland enjoys.

Switzerland is keen to attract not only large corporations but also small and medium sized enterprises and private entrepreneurs. Switzerland is business-friendly by tradition and offers a solution for every need and expectation. Its 26 cantons offer companies a wide range of opportunities. The advantages associated with Switzerland are complemented 26 times over by other advantages specific to each of these locations. Through its respected and long-established Swiss subsidiary, Henley & Partners assist foreign corporations and investors to find the ideal location for their business in Switzerland. We have assisted many foreign clients - private entrepreneurs as well as multinational corporations - in establishing operations in Switzerland and are providing legal as well as administrative and support services on an ongoing basis.

Switzerland is often perceived as a very expensive country and accessible only to wealthy individuals and large companies. However the overall cost of living and doing business in Switzerland compares very favourably with Germany, France, the Netherlands or the USA. What counts is what you get: State-of-the-art transport, communications, energy supplies and waste disposal systems cost no more in Switzerland than the price paid elsewhere for traffic congestion and environmental degradation.

The Swiss tax system is very much in line with the country's reputation as a centre for international trade and finance. Many tax privileges have been introduced in order to entice foreign investment in Switzerland, while there are very few restrictions on Swiss investment abroad. Switzerland also has an extensive network of treaties for the avoidance of double taxation.

Some of the many advantages of Switzerland include:

	Political, social and economic stability
	Multi-lingual, highly qualified and motivated workforce
	First-class infrastructure, excellent banking facilities
	Very attractive lifestyle and healthy environment
	Efficient and reliable public services
	Possible fiscal incentives for substantial investments
	Favourable taxation system with moderate tax rates

To establish yourself or your business in Switzerland will require securing relationships with key partners such as government officials, bankers and corporate professionals. You need experienced consultants to build a network of contacts and help you to become established in your new environment.

The specialised services of Henley & Partners are a resource and complement to other consulting and law firms. We can help other firms and their clients with the unique and specific details required by the business relocation and immigration process and related tax planning.

To find out more about the possibilities Switzerland offers you, contact Henley & Partners. Through our offices in Zurich and Zug, we are best positioned to advise and assist you with all matters regarding Switzerland.