Central Business Index: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to use the Central Business Index to verify company registration details for businesses operating in Switzerland.
The Central Business Index is an official tool used to verify the legal registration details of various companies.
Who it's for
This service is open to anyone. Whether you are a consumer wanting to check a business, a partner entering a contract, or a professional managing your own practice, there are no restrictions on who can access this information. It is designed to be a public resource for anyone requiring official verification.
What you get
By using this index, you get access to the official registration details of a business. This allows you to confirm that a company is properly registered and to view the specific information that has been recorded in the official registry. Having access to these verified details helps ensure that the entities you are dealing with are legitimate and correctly documented within the federal framework.
What it costs you
There is no cost to use this service. Accessing the information through the official portal is completely free of charge.
The catch to know
The most important thing to remember is the scope of the database. This index only shows details for entities that are registered in Switzerland. If you are looking for information on companies that are not registered within the Swiss system, you will not find them here. It is strictly a tool for verifying Swiss-registered entities.
How to apply
To use this service and find the information you need, follow these steps:
- Navigate to the official portal.
- Use the search function to enter the name of the company or other identifying registration details.
- Browse the search results to locate the specific entity you are looking for.
- Review the official registration details provided in the entry to confirm the business information.