Ready-Made GmbH Companies for Sale — Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein

GmbH For Sale is a marketplace for ready-made companies in Switzerland, Germany, Austria, and Liechtenstein. We sell pre-registered shelf GmbH entities with clean corporate history, verified debt-free status, and optional bank account introductions. Every company is delivered with full legal documentation and Commercial Registry updates completed within days, not weeks.

A ready-made GmbH (Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung, the Swiss and German equivalent of a limited liability company) allows international entrepreneurs to establish a European business presence immediately. Rather than forming a new company from scratch — which requires weeks of administrative processing — you purchase an existing, pre-registered entity that is ready for immediate use.

Our inventory covers four DACH+ jurisdictions. Each company is sold with transparent pricing, full compliance documentation, and the option to add nominee director services or bank account introductions. Transfer timelines range from 3 to 10 business days depending on jurisdiction.

Four Jurisdictions: Choose Your European Base

Swiss GmbH for Sale

A Swiss GmbH is governed by the Swiss Code of Obligations (Articles 772–827). Minimum share capital is CHF 20,000, fully paid up at formation. The company must be registered in the Handelsregister (Swiss Commercial Registry) and requires at least one managing director who is resident in Switzerland or a local domiciliary agent appointed on behalf of foreign owners.

Corporate tax rates vary by canton. Zug offers approximately 11.9% effective corporate tax, making it one of the lowest-taxed jurisdictions in Europe. Zurich offers prestige and banking access at approximately 19.7% effective rate. Other popular cantons include Schwyz and Lucerne.

Transfer of a ready-made Swiss GmbH takes 3 to 5 business days after KYC completion. Pricing ranges from CHF 4,900 to CHF 15,000 depending on company age, canton, and included services. Swiss GmbH entities are particularly suited to cryptocurrency operations, fintech ventures, holding structures, and businesses seeking banking relationships in Switzerland.

German GmbH for Sale

A German GmbH is governed by the GmbH-Gesetz (GmbHG). Minimum share capital is EUR 25,000, with at least EUR 12,500 paid up at formation. The company is registered in the Handelsregister at the local Amtsgericht (district court). There is no strict residency requirement for managing directors, making it accessible to foreign owners.

Corporate tax in Germany is approximately 30% effective (15% corporate income tax, 5.5% solidarity surcharge, and approximately 14% Gewerbesteuer or trade tax, which varies by municipality). Transfer of a German GmbH requires a notarial deed and takes 5 to 10 business days. Pricing ranges from EUR 4,500 to EUR 12,000.

A German GmbH provides full access to the European Union market and is commonly used for trading, e-commerce, manufacturing, and service businesses operating across the EU.

Austrian GmbH for Sale

An Austrian GmbH is governed by the Austrian GmbH-Gesetz. Minimum share capital is EUR 35,000, with at least EUR 17,500 paid up at formation. Under the Gründungsprivileg (founders' privilege), this can be reduced to EUR 10,000 for the first ten years. The company is registered in the Firmenbuch (Austrian Company Register).

Corporate tax in Austria is 23% flat rate, reduced from 25% in 2024. There is no strict residency requirement for managing directors. Transfer takes 5 to 10 business days. Pricing ranges from EUR 5,000 to EUR 12,000.

Austria offers a strategic location in Central Europe with full EU membership. It is particularly suitable for businesses targeting Central and Eastern European markets, as well as holding and investment structures.

Liechtenstein GmbH for Sale

A Liechtenstein GmbH is governed by the Personen- und Gesellschaftsrecht (PGR, Persons and Companies Act). Minimum share capital is CHF 30,000. The company must be registered in the Handelsregister at the Liechtenstein Office of Justice and requires a licensed Liechtenstein trustee or local representative.

Corporate tax in Liechtenstein is 12.5% flat rate. The Principality is a member of the European Economic Area (EEA), granting access to the EU single market. Liechtenstein has strong asset protection laws and a tradition of banking privacy within the framework of modern compliance standards.

Transfer takes 5 to 7 business days. Pricing ranges from CHF 8,000 to CHF 20,000. Liechtenstein GmbH entities are used for international holding structures, asset protection, family offices, and EEA market access for non-EU businesses.

Jurisdiction Comparison

To request a personalised price quote based on your jurisdiction and service requirements, contact our team in Zurich. We respond within one business day. All enquiries are handled confidentially with no obligation to proceed.

Who This Service Is For

Our marketplace serves international entrepreneurs and business owners from outside the DACH region who need to establish a European legal entity quickly. Most of our clients are based in the United Kingdom, United States, Middle East (UAE, Israel), Asia (Singapore, Hong Kong, India), Eastern Europe, and CIS countries.

The typical buyer is a founder or executive aged 30 to 55 who requires speed to market. Forming a new company from scratch takes weeks and requires in-depth knowledge of local administrative procedures. Buying a shelf company takes days and is handled entirely by our team.

Common use cases include opening a corporate bank account in Europe, establishing credibility with investors or partners, gaining access to EU or EEA markets, creating holding or investment structures, and launching cryptocurrency or fintech operations. A ready-made GmbH provides an operational legal entity with a clean corporate history and full compliance documentation from day one.

Our clients often face uncertainty about Swiss or German corporate law, difficulty opening bank accounts as foreign owners, and concern about hidden liabilities in shelf companies. We address these concerns with verified debt-free status for every company, transparent pricing with no hidden fees, optional nominee director arrangements to meet residency requirements, and bank account introduction services included in premium packages.

What You Receive

Every ready-made GmbH sold through our marketplace includes the following:

• Pre-registered shelf company with clean corporate history, verified debt-free status, and no prior trading activity or liabilities
• Full legal documentation including Certificate of Incorporation, Articles of Association, registry extract, and company stamp or seal where applicable
• Share transfer and ownership change handled by our legal team with all Commercial Registry or Firmenbuch updates completed
• AML/KYC compliance documentation prepared in accordance with Swiss anti-money laundering regulations
• Corporate domiciliation services with registered address provision in your chosen jurisdiction
• Nominee director arrangements available for foreign owners who need to meet local residency requirements in Switzerland or Liechtenstein
• Bank account introduction (optional, included in premium packages) facilitating opening of corporate accounts with Swiss and European banks
• Post-acquisition corporate services including annual reporting, accounting, and ongoing registered agent functions

All services are priced transparently. The total cost is confirmed before you sign the purchase agreement. We accept payment in EUR, CHF, and cryptocurrency.

The Acquisition Process

Purchasing a ready-made GmbH through our marketplace follows a structured process:

1. Select a jurisdiction. Choose Switzerland, Germany, Austria, or Liechtenstein based on your business needs, tax considerations, and target market.
2. Check availability. Submit a request to see which shelf companies are currently in stock. We confirm company age, canton or city of registration, and included services.
3. KYC and due diligence. Provide identification documents for all beneficial owners and directors. Required documents include certified passport copies, proof of address, and source of funds declaration. We verify your identity in compliance with Swiss AML regulations.
4. Agreement and payment. Sign the purchase agreement. Pay the agreed amount via bank transfer, credit card, or cryptocurrency.
5. Share transfer. We execute the notarial share transfer where required, update the Commercial Registry or Firmenbuch, and transfer all corporate documents to you.
6. Handover. You receive the Certificate of Incorporation, updated registry extract, company stamp or seal (if applicable), corporate documents, and bank account introduction if included in your package.

Typical timelines: 3 to 5 business days for Switzerland, 5 to 10 business days for Germany, Austria, and Liechtenstein.

Why Choose Heimat Treuhand

Heimat Treuhand is a Swiss fiduciary firm based in Zurich. We operate the GmbH For Sale marketplace and maintain an inventory of ready-made companies across four DACH+ jurisdictions. Our office is located at Dreikönigstrasse 31a, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland. In-person consultations are available by appointment.

Every company we sell comes with a clean history guarantee. We verify debt-free status and absence of prior liabilities before listing. No company is sold with hidden debts or legal entanglements.

We offer transparent pricing. The full cost is visible before you commit. There are no hidden fees or additional charges during the transfer process.

Our transfer timelines are among the fastest in the market. Swiss GmbH transfers complete in as few as 3 to 5 business days after KYC approval.

We provide nominee director and domiciliation services for foreign buyers who need to meet local residency requirements. This removes a major barrier to company ownership in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

Bank account introduction is included in our premium packages. We facilitate corporate account opening with Swiss and European banks, significantly reducing the time and complexity involved.

We accept payment in EUR, CHF, and cryptocurrency. Our English-speaking team serves international clients exclusively. All communication, documentation, and support are provided in English.

Full compliance with the Swiss Code of Obligations and local AML/KYC regulations is handled as part of the transfer process. You receive a fully compliant entity ready for immediate business operations.

For more information about our firm, visit our About Us page. To discuss your specific requirements, book a callback or contact us directly at +41 44 854 45 55 or [email protected].

Request Availability

To see which ready-made GmbH companies are currently available in your chosen jurisdiction, submit a request through our website. We respond within one business day with details of available entities, pricing, and included services. All enquiries are confidential with no obligation to proceed.

Our Zurich office is open Monday to Friday, 9:30 to 16:30. In-person meetings are available by appointment.

This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Consult a qualified professional for your specific situation.