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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamContent reviewed June 2026Primary source: Zefix

    How do I search the business registry in Switzerland?

    Use Zefix as a starting source for Switzerland, then check its scope for the business form you need. Types can include AG (Aktiengesellschaft). A trading name may need a separate source or document; it does not automatically identify a legal entity. Official access requirements vary.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Search the trading name you were given

      Start with the name on the invoice, website or contract. It is often a trading name rather than the registered legal name.

    2. 2

      Identify the legal entity behind it

      Zefix records the legal entity. Matching a trading name to its registered entity is the whole point of a registry search — the two are frequently different.

    3. 3

      Check the entity type

      Switzerland recognises AG (Aktiengesellschaft). Entity type determines liability and who is legally responsible, so it matters before you contract.

    4. 4

      Note what the registry does not cover

      Sole traders and unregistered activity may not appear at all. An absent record is not automatically proof of fraud — it can simply mean the business is not required to register.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What does the Switzerland business registry cover?

    Zefix records AG (Aktiengesellschaft). Businesses that are not legally required to register — commonly small sole traders — may not appear.

    Can I search the Switzerland business registry by trading name?

    Some sources index trading names; others require the legal name or a separate business-name search. Ask for the contracting entity's legal name and identifier when the relationship is unclear.

    Is a business registry search free in Switzerland?

    LemReveal's basic lookup is free where supported. Official searches, records and documents have their own access conditions; check Zefix's current terms.

    What if a Switzerland business has no registry entry?

    It may not be required to register, or it may be trading under a different legal name. Ask for the registration number directly before assuming either.

    How do I search for Swiss companies?

    Use Zefix (zefix.admin.ch) to search across all 26 cantonal registers simultaneously. You can search by company name, UID, or location. Results show the registering canton, where you can find more detailed information.

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    Is the Switzerland company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the Zefix are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official Switzerland business registry?

    The Zefix is the official public register of companies incorporated in Switzerland. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.zefix.admin.ch.

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