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ARTICLE · 05 NOVEMBER 2026

Factsheet On New Swiss Transparency Register

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Switzerland introduces a central transparency register requiring companies to report beneficial owners to combat money laundering and terrorism financing.

SwitzerlandCorporate/Commercial Law
Alexander Vogel
Alexander Vogel
Camillo Devecchi
Camillo Devecchi

On 1 October 2026, the new Federal Act on the Transparency of Legal Entities will enter into force. Companies will have to report their beneficial owners (BO) to a central transparency register. This factsheet provides a concise overview of the key requirements, deadlines and practical steps.

What is it about?

  • New central, non-public register at Federal Office of Justice concerning BO of companies.
  • Objectives: prevention of money laundering, organised crime and terrorism financing.
  • Comparable registers already exist in other coun-tries (including EU/EEA states).

When will the new rules apply?

  • Entry into force: 1 October 2026.
  • Staggered transitional periods for initial reporting (see section Transitional periods).

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