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Swiss Transparency Register: Information, White Papers and Solutions

The Transparency Register introduces new obligations for Swiss companies – in particular regarding the identification and reporting of beneficial owners, as well as the ongoing updating of data. On this page, you will find a concise overview of the key requirements and background information. Deepen your knowledge through our blogs, white papers and events, or explore digital solutions that enable you to manage Transparency Register filings efficiently and in full legal compliance.

Swiss Transparency Act: Everything You Need to Know About Reporting to the Transparency Register

The Transparency Act introduces a new regulatory obligation for Swiss companies: they will be required to identify and document their beneficial owners and submit a report to the Transparency Register. This obligation applies in particular to companies in the legal forms of Ltd (AG), LLC (GmbH), cooperatives, and other entities subject to the law.With its planned entry into force in autumn 2026, a central federal register will be established for the first time, providing transparency on ownership and control structures of companies and strengthening the fight against money laundering and the misuse of corporate structures.These new obligations do not only concern the initial filing, but also the ongoing updating of data in the event of changes to ownership or control structures. For many companies, this results in additional administrative effort and legal uncertainty.On this page, you will find all the information you need to understand the requirements of the Transparency Act and to implement reporting to the Transparency Register correctly, efficiently, and in full legal compliance.

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