Situated in the heart of Western Europe, Switzerland attracts a great number of international investors due to, besides other things, its stable and prosperous economy, consistent legal system, attractive taxes, high level of education and research, first-class infrastructure and exceptional quality of life.
Business, as well as private investments in Switzerland, frequently are in connection with the acquisition of real estate. The acquisition of real estate in Switzerland is governed by both federal and cantonal regulations.
The Swiss Civil Code of 10 December 1907 defines the principles of Swiss property law (types of ownership and in rem rights), while the Swiss Code of Obligations governs in particular share deals, as well as the requirements of notarisation and filing with the land registry.
Fritz Rothenbühler is a partner and Nina Hagmann is an associated attorney at WENGER PLATTNER, one of Switzerland’s biggest law firms. They can be reached at +41 31 357 00 00 or by email at Fritz.Rothenbuehler@wenger-plattner.ch and Nina.Hagmann@wenger-plattner.ch, respectively.
