Business Formation Service in Geneva
Creating a business can seem complex between choosing legal structures, administrative formalities, and legal obligations. Mont Blanc Media supports you through every step of your business formation to transform your entrepreneurial project into reality.
Legal Structure Consulting and Selection
Entrepreneurial Project Analysis
In-depth study of your business activity, objectives, and constraints to identify the optimal legal structure
Legal Structure Comparison
Detailed presentation of advantages and disadvantages of each legal form (LLC, Corporation, Sole Proprietorship, Limited Company, micro-business, etc.)
Personalized Consulting
Recommendations tailored to your personal, tax, and asset situation to optimize your structure
Tax and Social Security Simulation
Calculation of social charges, taxes, and contributions according to chosen structure to evaluate financial impact
Articles of Incorporation and Legal Document Drafting
Custom Articles of Incorporation
Creation of tailor-made articles adapted to your business activity and specific needs
Shareholder Agreements
Drafting agreements between partners to define governance and distribution rules
Internal Regulations
Development of internal operating rules for your company
Appointment Documents
Preparation of appointment documents for executives and auditors
Registration Formalities and Administrative Procedures
Business Registry Registration
Complete file submission to the Business Formalities Center (CFE) for Commercial Registry inscription
Certificate of Registration Request
Obtaining your certificate of registration, the true "identity card" of your business
Business Number and Activity Code
Assignment of your business number and main activity code (NACE)
Tax Declarations
Registration with tax services and tax regime selection
Social Security Affiliations
Declarations with social security offices and other social organizations according to your status
Tax and Social Optimization
Tax Regime Selection
Analysis and selection of the most advantageous tax regime (income tax, corporate tax, micro-business, simplified accounting, etc.)
Social Charges Optimization
Strategies to minimize social contributions while respecting regulations
VAT Management
Advice on VAT options and declaration setup
Tax Benefits
Identification of business creation support schemes and available tax credits
Banking and Financial Support
Professional Account Opening
Support in bank selection and condition negotiation
Share Capital Deposit
Share capital deposit management and fund recovery after registration
Financing Research
Help in finding public, private financing and creation support schemes
Financial Business Plan
Development of financial forecasts and financing files
Available Legal Structures
Professional Documents
- Commercial presentations and pitch decks
- Technical reports and files
- Legal briefs and documents
- Personalized correspondence and letters
Customized Marketing Materials
- Event brochures and flyers
- Business cards and corporate stationery
- Personalized mailings and targeted campaigns
- Promotional materials and samples
Visual Communication
- Event posters and displays
- Temporary billboards
- Banners and roll-up displays
- Interior signage materials
Covered Business Sectors
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Business Creation - CommerceRetail: Shops, stores, e-commerce
Wholesale: Trading, distribution, import-export
Food Service: Restaurants, cafes, food trucks
Franchises: Specialized franchise support -
Business Creation - ServicesPersonal Services: Consulting, wellness, training
Business Services: Consulting, marketing, IT
Professional Services: Lawyers, doctors, consultants
Crafts: Construction, art crafts, technical services -
Business Creation - IndustryManufacturing Industries: Production, processing
Technology: Tech startups, innovation, R&D
Renewable Energy: Solar, wind, environment -
Digital Business CreationE-commerce: Online stores, marketplaces
Mobile Applications: Development, publishing
Digital Services: Digital marketing, web development
SaaS: Online software, platforms
Available Legal Structures
LLC (Limited Liability Company)
Ideal for family projects or between partners
Liability limited to contributions
Self-employed or employee-equivalent social status
Minimum capital: €1
Corporation (Joint Stock Company)
Flexibility in organization and governance
Employee-equivalent social status for president
Easy partner entry and exit
Minimum capital: €1
Sole Proprietorship LLC
Single-member company
Liability limited to contributions
Income tax or corporate tax option
Minimum capital: €1
Single-Member Corporation
Single-member company
Employee-equivalent social status
Great statutory flexibility
Minimum capital: €1
Micro-Business (Auto-entrepreneur)
Simplified creation and management regime
Revenue thresholds
Proportional social contributions
VAT exemption according to thresholds
Sole Proprietorship (EI)
Classic individual entrepreneur regime
Personal asset liability
Simple creation and management
Income tax regime
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FAQ
Business creation generally takes between 3 and 4 weeks depending on file complexity and chosen status. Micro-businesses can be created faster (1 to 2 weeks).
Cost varies according to chosen legal status and requested services. Budget between €300 and €1500 for complete creation (official fees + support).
No, since 2003, there is no minimum capital to create an LLC or Corporation. One symbolic euro is sufficient, but capital adapted to your activity is recommended.
Yes, but certain conditions apply: non-compete clause, loyalty obligation, possible employer authorization according to your employment contract.
You can start your activity upon receipt of your business certificate, generally 10 to 15 days after registration file submission.
You can temporarily domicile your business at your personal home, but certain activities require professional premises. Commercial domiciliation solutions exist.
After creation, you must open a professional bank account, subscribe to mandatory insurance, set up your accounting, and make your first declarations.
Yes, it is possible to transform your company (LLC to Corporation for example) or change tax regime, but this involves additional formalities and costs.