Description

Apostille for Articles of Association in Switzerland

Articles of Association (Statuten / Statuts / Statuto) are the fundamental constitutional documents of a company incorporated in Switzerland. They define the company’s legal structure, purpose, share capital, governance rules, and the rights and obligations of shareholders or members. Articles of Association are frequently required for international business activities, including company registration abroad, banking procedures, investment transactions, and cross-border corporate restructuring (apostille for Articles of Association Switzerland).

When Articles of Association issued in Switzerland are intended for use outside Switzerland, they usually must be authenticated with an apostille to be accepted by foreign authorities and institutions.

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What Is an Apostille?

An apostille is an official certificate issued under the Hague Apostille Convention. It confirms the authenticity of the signature, seal, and authority of the Swiss notary or public official who certified the Articles of Association or the related company extract. Switzerland is a contracting state to the Convention, meaning that a Swiss apostille is recognised directly in all other member countries without the need for further legalisation.

Without an apostille, Swiss Articles of Association are often rejected abroad, causing delays in corporate transactions, bank account openings, or regulatory filings.

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When Is an Apostille Required for Articles of Association?

An apostille is typically required when Swiss Articles of Association are submitted to:

• Foreign company registries

• Overseas banks or financial institutions

• International investors or partners

• Foreign courts or legal authorities

• Regulatory or licensing bodies abroad

• Authorities requesting proof of corporate structure or governance

Many institutions require either the original notarised Articles of Association or a certified copy issued by a competent Swiss authority.

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Apostille Process in Switzerland

To obtain an apostille for Articles of Association in Switzerland, the documents must be:

1. Original notarised Articles of Association, or

2. Official certified copies issued by a Swiss notary or authority

The documents are then submitted to the competent cantonal apostille authority, which verifies the signature and seal of the notary or official before issuing the apostille.

As apostilles are issued at the cantonal level, requirements and processing times may vary depending on the canton. Professional handling ensures compliance and avoids unnecessary delays.

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Why Choose apostilles.ch?

At apostilles.ch, we specialise exclusively in Swiss document legalisation. Our apostille service for Articles of Association includes:

• Review of document eligibility and certification status

• Guidance on notarisation or certified copies

• Submission to the correct cantonal authority

• Secure handling and efficient turnaround

We work with startups, multinational companies, law firms, fiduciaries, and corporate service providers worldwide and understand the importance of precision in corporate documentation.

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Start Your Apostille Request

If you need an apostille for Articles of Association issued in Switzerland, apostilles.ch offers a reliable, compliant, and efficient service from start to finish. Contact us today to ensure your corporate documents are properly apostilled and accepted abroad without complications.