Zug at a glance
Tax and registration facts for Zug
Official sources and key registration links for operating a business in Zug.
Zug compliance gotchas
Four things that catch Zug-based SMEs and foreign founders off guard. Know these before you hire or incorporate.
Key compliance obligations in Zug
Federal rules apply everywhere, Zug adds its own layer on tax, employment, and registration.
Company Formation
Zug is the preferred canton for holdings, IP boxes, and crypto entities. Substance requirements still apply.
VAT / MWST
Federal rules. Zug crypto businesses face unique VAT classification questions on tokens.
Annual Obligations
Zug tax returns benefit from the lowest combined rate. Deadline: 30 September.
AHV / IV
Federal rate applies. Employer registers with Ausgleichskasse Zug (cantonal compensation fund).
Employment
No cantonal minimum wage. Federal ArG rules. Small canton, limited local talent pool.
Data Protection
FADP applies. Crypto and digital-asset businesses face additional sector regulation.
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Zug compliance applies across all topics and business structures. Navigate to what is most relevant for your situation.
Zug compliance guides
All articles tagged Zug or Countrywide, applicable to any business in this canton.
Setting Up a Company in Zug Switzerland: Founder Guide
Setting up a company in Zug Switzerland: low corporate tax, GmbH or AG choice, notary and ZEFIX steps, and practical advice for foreign entrepreneurs.
Holding Company Zug: Setup and Tax Guide
Holding company Zug: why Zug attracts holdings, the formation steps, the participation exemption, and the corporate tax treatment of a Zug holding.
VAT Registration Zug: Thresholds and Filing
VAT registration Zug: when registration is required, the turnover threshold, online filing with the Swiss FTA, and VAT duties for Zug companies.
GmbH Annual Obligations Switzerland: Year-End Guide
GmbH annual obligations in Switzerland: Jahresabschluss, audit thresholds, AGM, cantonal corporate tax return, and the year-end calendar.
Self Employed Switzerland: AHV Contributions Guide
Self-employed in Switzerland: AHV contribution rates, registration with your cantonal Ausgleichskasse, the 10.0% rate, and minimum payments.
How to Become Self Employed in Switzerland
How to become self employed in Switzerland: gain AHV recognition, register with a compensation office, and meet the contribution and admin duties.
VAT Registration Number Switzerland: Complete Guide
VAT registration number Switzerland: how to obtain it via ESTV, MWST registration thresholds, compliance steps, and rules for foreign businesses.
Hiring First Employee Switzerland: Compliance Checklist
Hiring your first employee in Switzerland: AHV employer registration, UVG insurance, BVG from CHF 22,680, source tax, year-end Lohnausweis.
FADP Compliance Checklist for Swiss Businesses
FADP compliance checklist: the records, privacy notice, security and data-transfer steps every Swiss SME needs under the revised data protection act.