Swiss Association

Switzerland · Europe · Association (Verein)

A Swiss Verein (association) providing a flexible legal structure for non-profit governance, DAOs, and community-driven organisations.

A Swiss Association (Verein) is established under Articles 60-79 of the Swiss Civil Code. It provides a legal entity without share capital, governed by its members through general assembly. Commonly used for protocol governance, industry associations, standards bodies, and as a legal wrapper for decentralised communities. Switzerland's regulatory clarity and institutional credibility make this structure attractive for projects requiring a neutral, respected domicile.