How to get a Handelsregisterauszug (Switzerland company extract)
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How do I get an official company extract in Switzerland?
Start with Zefix at https://www.zefix.admin.ch to identify the entity and available Handelsregisterauszug. An ordinary extract, historical filing and certified copy are different documents. Check the recipient's requirements and official access conditions before ordering. A LemReveal PDF is not a government-certified extract.
Step-by-step
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Confirm the entity first
Search by name or registration number and confirm you have the right legal entity before paying for anything.
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Choose the evidence required
Ask the recipient whether it needs an ordinary extract, historical filing, certified copy, translation or legalisation. A free summary is not automatically sufficient.
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Follow the official document route
Use https://www.zefix.admin.ch to find the issuing authority or authorised service and its current fees. Check what the document actually certifies.
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Check the issue date
Ask what issue date the recipient accepts; there is no universal three-month validity period. Retain the issue date, retrieval date and source.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a paid extract to verify a Switzerland company?
Compare available public information with official document options and the recipient's requirements. Free lookup does not guarantee complete or certified evidence.
What does a Switzerland company extract contain?
Contents vary by document. Check whether it covers current identity, officers, representation or historical filings. A registration certificate does not necessarily describe today's appointments.
Is a LemReveal PDF an official extract?
No. It is a third-party research record. Obtain an official or certified document through the relevant authority or authorised service when required.
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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