SERVICES

We assist our clients with notarial matters related to important decisions in their personal and professional lives.

Real Estate Law

Sale / Purchase Real estate Mortgages Real estate donations Preliminary sale agreements Easements / Land Charges Unit Ownership / PPE Surface rights Real estate developments

A real estate project entails far more than a simple transaction. Whether it involves a purchase, sale, transfer or financing, each stage requires careful consideration and informed decision-making. We assist in structuring these processes, addressing your questions and ensuring the smooth execution of each step.

Our role is to support you throughout your real estate project, taking into account your individual circumstances and the specific features of each case.

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Estate Planning

Marriage contracts Property agreements Mandates in case of incapacity Holographic and authentic wills Donations

Estate planning allows for the anticipation and organisation of personal and family matters, particularly in connection with marriage and the management of assets. Such matters require a considered approach tailored to each individual situation.

We assist in structuring these arrangements and implementing appropriate solutions, taking into account your personal circumstances and objectives.

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Corporate Law

Corporations (SA) Limited Liability Companies (Sàrl) Foundations Associations Mergers / Splits / Transformations Amendments to the articles of association Dissolution and liquidation

The incorporation of a company raises essential considerations, particularly regarding its legal structure and capital organisation. These decisions require a clear framework and a precise understanding of their implications.

We assist with the processes related to the formation and modification of companies, taking into account the specific circumstances and objectives of each business.

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Successions

Certificates of heirs Inventories Inheritance tax returns Estate administration Will execution Inheritance shares Cadastral mutations

The administration of a succession raises sensitive issues and often involves complex procedures. Each situation is unique and requires a careful approach, taking into account the family context and the wishes expressed.

We assist in these matters and ensure their smooth and orderly execution.

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Legalisations

Legalisation of signatures Certified copies of documents Procedures with the State Chancellery and consulates

We assist with document legalisation, apostilles and the certification of true copies.

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Miscellaneous

Guarantees Powers of attorney Deposit Various certificates

Additional notarial services are provided depending on your needs and the specific circumstances of each matter.

Prices

Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Corporate Law
Successions
Legalisations

Real Estate Law

Fees generally include:

• Registration duties (taxes).
• Land Registry fees.
• Notary fees calculated in accordance with the law.

• Expenses and disbursements (time charges, postage, telephone, copies, certified true copies, true copies, consents, etc.).
• VAT.

Chamber of Notaries Chamber of Notaries

Registration duties (Land Registry fees calculated in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations)

LDE-D3 30
Official fees -for the applicable tariff, see:

REmNot – E 6 05.03
Costs and disbursements (postage, telephone, photocopying, travel expenses, preparation of certified copies, etc.)

VAT on the office’s costs
Fees - depending on the specifics of the request, the office reserves the right to charge additional fees.

Free quote available upon request

Family and Inheritance Law

Fees are generally determined on a case-by-case basis, depending on the nature of the document to be prepared (wills, marriage contracts, mandates in case of incapacity, etc.)

Chamber of Notaries Chamber of Notaries

Inheritance agreement between CHF 1'000 and CHF 2'500

Free quote available upon request
The cost of a marriage contract, a property agreement (registered partnership), a mandate in case of incapacity or a will - between CHF 400 and CHF 1'000

Free quote available upon request
Fees - depending on the specifics of the request, the office reserves the right to charge additional fees.

Free quote available upon request

Corporate Law

Fees generally include:

• Registration duties
• Commercial Register fees
• Notary fees, calculated in accordance with the law

• Expenses and disbursements (related to the handling of the matter, such as administrative costs, copies and certified copies, as well as VAT)

Chamber of Notaries Chamber of Notaries

Registration duties

LDE – D 3 30
Official fees

REmNot – E 6 05.03
Costs and disbursements (postage, telephone charges, photocopying, travel expenses, preparation of certified true copies, etc.)

VAT on the office’s costs
Fees - depending on the specifics of the request, the office reserves the right to charge additional fees.

Free quote available upon request

Successions

Certain succession-related acts are subject to regulated fees and taxes. Other steps involved in the administration of the succession are billed based on the time spent handling the matter.

Chamber of Notaries Chamber of Notaries

Fees - depending on the specifics of the request, the office reserves the right to charge additional fees.

Free quote available upon request
Issuance of a certificate of inheritance (Switzerland / without a will)

CHF 1'000.00 incl. VAT
Issuance of a certificate of inheritance where the deceased was a foreign national or a naturalised Swiss citizen (without a will)

CHF 1'500.00 incl. VAT
Issuance of a certificate of inheritance with probate (where a will is present)

CHF 2'500.00 incl. VAT
Issuance of a certificate of inheritance with probate, where the deceased was a foreign national or a naturalised Swiss citizen (where a will is present)

CHF 3'000.00 incl. VAT
Registration duties (only any applicable inheritance taxes are calculated in proportion to the value of the estate).

LDS – D 3 25 LDE – D 3 30 REmRFMO – E 1 50.06
Official fees (these costs may be supplemented by fees for certain specific acts, such as the certificate of inheritance, inventory or distribution, which are subject to regulated tariffs).

REmNot – E 6 05.03
Costs and disbursements (postage, telephone charges, photocopying, travel expenses, preparation of certified true copies, etc.)

VAT on the office’s costs

Legalisations & Certified Copies

These services may be carried out without an appointment, directly during the office’s opening hours (9:00–12:00 / 14:00–16:30), and are payable in cash or by most payment cards.

Chamber of Notaries Chamber of Notaries

Simple legalisation

CHF 40.00 incl. VAT per signature
Legalisation with corporate authority certification (i.e. legalisation including confirmation of signatory authority)

CHF 80.00 incl. VAT per signature
Legalisation before a notary (the signature being affixed in the presence of the notary)

CHF 110.00 incl. VAT per signature
Legalisation for the Commercial Register (including the various information required by the Commercial Register)

CHF 45.00 incl. VAT per signature
Additional costs in the case of apostille and legalisation

Cost per apostille/legalisation: CHF 30.00 incl. VAT
Administrative handling and time charges

CHF 45.00 incl. VAT
Certified copy – one page

CHF 40.00 incl. VAT
Certified copy – additional page (in colour photocopy)

CHF 1.00 incl. VAT

FAQ

Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Corporate Law
Successions

Financing the purchase of my property, how should I proceed?