Private Trust of Switzerland AG

What is a Swiss Trust?

The world's most dynamic and discreet corporate vehicle, a Swiss Private Trust company is an elegant solution to an timeless problem; confidentiality. Unique legislation and straightforward regulations make Swiss PTCs virtually anonymous and ageless.

Corporate Vehicle

A Swiss Trust Company can conduct commercial activities, including engaging in financial business models; for their own....account or for those of others. In use for more than a century, a Swiss PTC has reemerged as a practical solution for the savvy investor or entrepreneur. Scroll down to read more about these unique vehicles function.

Taxation

Creating legal separation between you and your assets is the first step towards protecting them. A Swiss PTC benefits from Switzerland's incredibly business-friendly tax codes. Apart from this, Switzerland does not levy capital gains tax on any asset class - corporations from around the world have enjoyed these privileges, courtesy the highly sophisticated accountants and tax lawyers who work in the country.

Anonymity

Swiss trusts can provide a certain degree of anonymity to their beneficiaries, as the incorporation papers are not public documents and the identity of the beneficiaries can be kept confidential. Additionally, a Swiss Director act as a buffer between the beneficiaries and the outside world, shielding them from scrutiny and potential legal action.

Differences between Swiss

Trusts & Anglo Saxon Trusts

Anglo-Saxon trusts and Swiss trusts are two different types of legal arrangements used for asset protection and estate planning. Here are some key differences between the two:

Legal System: Anglo-Saxon trusts are based on common law, which is the legal system used in countries such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and Australia. In contrast, Swiss trusts are based on civil law, which is the legal system used in countries such as Switzerland, France, and Germany.

Difference between a PTC & Swiss Trust