Document background
The Memorandum and Articles of Incorporation serves as the constitutional document for Swiss corporations, required when establishing a new company or transforming an existing business entity into a corporation. This document is mandated by Swiss law and must comply with the requirements set forth in the Swiss Code of Obligations (Articles 620-763). It contains essential information about the company's structure, including share capital, shareholder rights, corporate governance, and operational procedures. The document must be notarized and filed with the Commercial Register to legally establish the company. It serves as a reference point for shareholders, directors, and other stakeholders throughout the company's lifecycle, governing fundamental aspects of corporate operations and decision-making processes. The Memorandum and Articles of Incorporation is particularly crucial during company formation, capital increases, structural changes, and when resolving corporate governance matters.
