Everything that matters about Sàrl incorporation for masonry contractors in Chevroux
Sàrl incorporation for masonry contractors in Chevroux rests on three pillars: federal law that applies across Switzerland, cantonal deadlines worth knowing, and tools that eliminate re-keying. This guide puts it all in order, fact by fact.
Choosing the structure: Sàrl, SA or sole proprietorship
A Sàrl requires CHF 20,000 of fully paid-in capital; an SA CHF 100,000 of which at least CHF 50,000 paid in. Both require a notarised deed and entry in the commercial register. A sole proprietorship arises from mere activity — registration only becomes mandatory from CHF 100,000 of annual revenue.
On the Sàrl incorporation side, the first financial year may be longer or shorter than a calendar year: choosing the first closing date wisely avoids a pointless mini-closing.
Swiss VAT: rates, threshold and filings
Registration happens with the Federal Tax Administration and yields a VAT number based on the business identifier (format CHE-xxx.xxx.xxx VAT). From then on, every invoice must state that number, the rate applied and the tax amount — three details Sàrl incorporation should lock down from day one to avoid retroactive fixes.
The net tax rate method simplifies life for small structures: one flat industry rate applied to turnover, with semi-annual filing. In exchange, input VAT is not deducted separately. The effective-versus-flat-rate choice should be reviewed periodically against the cost structure.
Salaries and social contributions: the rates to know
Two of these contributions are set by law: AHV/IV/APG at 5.3% and unemployment at 1.1%, both payable by the employer. The others — LPP, accident insurance, possibly daily sickness benefits and family allowances — depend on the insurer, the industry and the pension plan. The total surcharge usually falls between 12 and 20% of gross pay, and employee deductions between 10 and 15%: these are orders of magnitude, not statutory rates.
For Sàrl incorporation, the monthly payslip is only the visible part: instalments to the funds, annual settlements and certificates form the real cycle, January to January.
The Swiss legal frame for Sàrl incorporation
A small business does not mean small obligations: from the first salary or the first VAT return, mistakes get expensive — in Chevroux as anywhere.
The good news: the Swiss frame is stable and predictable. Structure Sàrl incorporation once — chart of accounts, document flow, calendar — and the same organisation pays off for years.
Chevroux: what changes, what does not
Chevroux (postal code 1545, canton Vaud) applies the same federal rules as the rest of the country: what changes in Chevroux are the cantonal counterparts — tax administration, compensation office, commercial register.
For a business in Chevroux, that means VAT returns identical to anywhere in Switzerland, but a tax return and family allowances governed by the canton Vaud.
Frequently asked questions
What is simplified bookkeeping and who can use it?
Sole proprietorships and partnerships under CHF 500,000 of revenue may limit themselves to recording income, expenses and assets (art. 957 para. 2 CO). Once over the threshold — or upon founding a Sàrl or an SA — full accounts with balance sheet, income statement and notes become mandatory. The CHF 500,000 threshold is assessed the same way in Chevroux.
When must a business register for VAT?
As soon as its worldwide annual turnover reaches CHF 100,000 (CHF 250,000 for non-profit sports or cultural associations). Below that, voluntary registration remains possible and often makes sense to reclaim input VAT on investments. The threshold is federal: it applies in Chevroux as everywhere in Switzerland.
When is entry in the commercial register mandatory?
A Sàrl and an SA only come into existence with their registration. A sole proprietorship must register from CHF 100,000 of annual revenue; below that, registration stays voluntary but adds credibility and protects the business name. Registration goes through the canton's commercial register office — for Chevroux too.
Which social contributions does a Swiss employer pay?
AHV/IV/APG: 5.3% employer share (the same is withheld from the employee); unemployment insurance: 1.1% each up to CHF 148,200 a year; occupational pension (LPP) by age and plan (employer at least 50%); occupational accident insurance paid by the employer; family allowances by canton. For an employer in Chevroux, family allowances follow the canton's rates.
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