Geneva · Setup guide 2026
Setting up an office in Geneva: the practical guide
Setting up in Geneva requires a physical presence from day one. The canton does not recognise a simple postal address as a registered office: the legal minimum is a full-time coworking desk in an accredited space. Three formats are available depending on your team size: coworking, private office, managed office. This guide explains what sets them apart and what each costs.
The 3 steps
Coworking
from CHF 289/month
A full-time desk is enough to register your company and establish your legal presence. Meeting rooms, services and facilities included. The fastest way to get started, with no long commitment.
Private office
from CHF 539/desk/month
Closed, confidential space for a team of 2 to 20. Fixed address, furniture and services in a single contract. The right move for an established team that wants its own space without a traditional lease.
Managed office
Price on request
A full floor, already fitted out and managed by a provider. One contract covering everything: space, furniture, services, management. For teams of 15 and above who want to move in fast without investing in fit-out.
Average timeline
2 to 4 wks
From search to move-in
Coworking from
CHF 289
Per desk / month
Districts covered
7
Across the Geneva region
Where to set up in Geneva
Centre-ville
The historic heart of Geneva, between the Rhône and the harbour. The most sought-after addresses for headquarters and firms.
InternationalNations
Close to the UN and WHO. The natural choice for international organisations and diplomatic teams.
StartupsPlainpalais
Geneva's most accessible district. Close to the university, popular with tech and creative teams.
MixedSécheron
A quiet institutional district on the right bank, just next to Nations. Well connected, popular with teams who want to avoid the centre without going too far.
Your questions about setting up in Geneva
Can a company be registered in Geneva with just a postal address?
No. The canton of Geneva requires an effective physical presence. The legal minimum is a full-time coworking desk in an accredited space.
How long does it take to find an office in Geneva?
Between 2 and 4 weeks in most cases. Selection takes 1 to 2 days, visits and negotiation a few days more, then you sign.
What is the difference between a private office and a managed office in Geneva?
A private office is a closed space in a multi-tenant building, with services included in the rent. A managed office is a full floor, already fitted out, with one contract covering everything.
Is your service free for companies?
Yes, completely free. The spaces pay us directly. You get the same price as searching alone, without doing the legwork yourself.
We find your office in Geneva
Zero commission. We present the options, organise the visits, negotiate on your behalf.
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