Handelsregister (Swiss Commercial Register)

Switzerland's official public register of companies, maintained at the cantonal level. All share transfers for GmbH companies and board changes must be registered here. The Handelsregister is publicly accessible and provides transparency on company ownership, directors, and authorized signatories.

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