SME insurance in Switzerland: Protection for your company

We help small and medium-sized enterprises keep track of important SME insurance policies in Switzerland.

To help you better understand:
• which insurance policies are mandatory
• which supplementary solutions may be worthwhile
• how to properly insure your company

Insurance solutions for Swiss SMEs – simply explained

Every company has different requirements – depending on:
• Industry
• Legal form
• Number of employees
• Company size
• Day-to-day risks
In Switzerland, there are mandatory insurance policies as well as voluntary supplementary solutions for companies.

Mandatory insurance for SMEs

Sozialversicherungen

Social security systems

Depending on the company, this includes:
• AHV (Old-age and survivors’ insurance)
• IV (Invalidity insurance)
• EO (Income compensation insurance)
• ALV (Unemployment insurance)
• Family compensation fund (FAK)
• UVG (Accident insurance)
• BVG (Occupational pension scheme)

These insurance policies serve to protect employees and employers.

Unfallversicherung (UVG)

Accident Insurance (UVG)

Accident insurance for employees is mandatory in Switzerland.
It provides coverage for:
• Occupational accidents
• Non-occupational accidents
• Occupational diseases

An important mandatory area for employers.

Berufliche Vorsorge (BVG)

Occupational pension provision (BVG)

Occupational pension provision becomes relevant as soon as employees reach the statutory entry threshold.

Important for the long-term security of your employees.

Other important insurance policies for SMEs

Betriebshaftpflicht versicherung

Business liability insurance

Protects your company against:
• Personal injury or property damage
• Damage involving customers or third parties
• Liability claims arising from day-to-day business operations

Particularly important for many industries.

Inventar- & Sachversicherung

Inventory and Property Insurance

Coverage for:
• Office inventory
• Machinery
• Equipment
• Stock & furnishings

An important mandatory area for employers.

Betriebsunterbruch & Krankentaggeld

Business Interruption & Daily Sickness Allowance

Depending on the company, other solutions may be appropriate:
• Daily sickness allowance insurance
• Business interruption insurance
• Legal protection insurance
• Industry-specific solutions

Tailored to your company and risk.

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Combined SME Insurance Solutions

Many areas of insurance can be bundled into a combined SME package.
This ensures:
• greater clarity
• simpler administration
• coordinated solutions
• more efficient organization

Your benefits

• Clear advice without complex technical jargon
• Support for new and existing SMEs
• Assistance with mandatory and voluntary insurance
• Suitable for the self-employed and businesses with employees
• Personal service and a simple inquiry process

Who is our consulting service suitable for?

Ideal for:
• Founders
• SMEs in Switzerland
• Self-employed individuals
• Small businesses
• Growing enterprises
• Companies with employees

Particularly useful when starting a business or during company growth.

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Versicherungen in der Schweiz

Here is how the consultation works

  1. Inquiry
    You let us know what type of business you run or wish to start.
  2. Needs Analysis
    We discuss your industry, workforce, and specific situation.
  3. Guidance
    We explain mandatory requirements and beneficial additional solutions.
  4. Feedback
    You receive personalized information and support.
  5. Further Support
    If needed, we also assist with:
    • Company formation
    • Web design
    • Google Maps optimization
    • Other business solutions

Frequently Asked Questions About SME Insurance

Which insurance policies are mandatory for SMEs?

Above all, social insurance schemes such as AHV, IV, EO, ALV, UVG, BVG, and FAK.

Is business liability insurance automatically included?

No, liability insurance and property insurance must be considered separately.

Are there combined solutions for SMEs?

Yes, many insurance policies can be bundled into SME packages.

Is every SME insurance policy the same?

No, the need depends heavily on the industry, the employees, and the risk.

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