Swiss Bank Account Opening Services

Swiss Bank Account Opening Services

Swiss Bank Account Opening Services

Switzerland remains a preferred banking center for corporates, investment vehicles, and family offices. Accounts at leading Swiss private banks and commercial banks provide access to strong balance sheets, multi-currency services, and established compliance frameworks. Financely assists qualified clients in opening accounts in Zurich and Geneva through structured onboarding, full documentation packs, and where permissible, nominee director arrangements. Every engagement is subject to strict KYC, AML, and sanctions screening.

“The Swiss account gave us both credibility and global banking flexibility. The onboarding was smooth because every compliance request had been anticipated.”

★★★★★
— Principal, Family Office Client

Service Snapshot

Banks Top-tier Swiss private banks and commercial banks in Zurich and Geneva
Account type Corporate current accounts, family office accounts, custody and investment accounts
Eligibility Companies, funds, and family offices with transparent ownership, clean source of funds, and documented business activity
Nominee director option Available under Swiss corporate law where permissible; nominee must be Swiss resident and undergo background screening
Timeline 6–10 weeks depending on documentation quality and bank review
Fees Retainer from $25,000; nominee services billed separately; success fee on account approval

What We Deliver

  • Pre-screening of corporate documents and ownership charts
  • Preparation of compliance-ready onboarding pack in line with Swiss AML law
  • Direct introductions to Swiss private bankers and relationship managers
  • Nominee director and Swiss-resident director options where legally allowed
  • Annual compliance maintenance and reporting support

Challenges vs Our Execution

Common obstacles
  • Swiss banks reject incomplete or unclear source-of-funds explanations
  • Complex beneficial ownership structures lead to prolonged reviews
  • Lack of local director slows account approval
  • Generic cold approaches with no banker relationship are often ignored
Our execution
  • Compliance-vetted document pack tailored to Swiss AML rules
  • Clarity on ownership, activities, and jurisdictions upfront
  • Access to Swiss resident directors and nominee arrangements where permitted
  • Direct banker introductions with structured mandate

Request Swiss Account Opening Support

Provide your company profile, ownership chart, and transaction rationale. We will prepare a compliance-ready onboarding pack and liaise directly with Swiss banks in Zurich and Geneva to secure account approval.

Start The Process

Financely is a placement and advisory firm. We are not a bank. All account openings are subject to Swiss banking law and internal bank approvals. Nominee director services are offered only where legally permissible under Swiss law and subject to full background screening. Every engagement requires AML and KYC documentation, sanctions screening, and compliance review. This page is informational and not an offer of deposit-taking services.

Get Started With Us

Submit Your Deal & Receive a Proposal Within 1-3 Working Days

Submit your deal using our secure intake form, and receive a quote within 1-3 business days. Existing clients can connect with their relationship manager through our secure web portal.


All submissions are promptly reviewed, and all communications are conducted through the intake form or the client portal for a seamless and secure process.

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Thank you for considering working with us. A nominal fee of US$500 is required upon completion of each form. This fee covers the time and effort we invest in reviewing your submission and crafting a thorough proposal. We receive numerous inquiries and prioritize those that carry this fee, ensuring serious applicants receive prompt attention.

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Once we receive your submission, our team will review your information to determine feasibility. If eligible, you will receive a proposal or term sheet within 1–3 business days. Visit our FAQ and Procedure pages for more information.

Disclaimer: Financely provides financing based on due diligence and feasibility. Approval is not guaranteed, and past performance does not predict future outcomes. All terms are subject to review. Financely primarily assists with structuring and distribution. Qualified parties carry out the project if the client approves the proposal.

Still Have Questions? Schedule a Consultation

If you still have questions after visiting our FAQ and Procedure pages, we invite you to book a paid consultation for personalized guidance. A $250 USD fee applies per session.