Services for NGOs
The CAGI assists international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) already established or seeking to do so in the Geneva region.
VAT
VAT is governed by the Federal law on value-added tax (LTVA) of 12 June 2009 and the Ordinance on Value Added Tax (OTVA) of 29 November 2009.
The Federal Tax Administration’s website containes all relevant information regarding VAT.
We recommend that you consult in particular the VAT Info 22 on charities, aid and social institutions (French only).
Useful documents
Other useful information for NGOs
Annual legal requirements
Direct taxes
Intellectual property
Pro bono legal assistance
Registration with the Register of commerce
CAGI services
for NGOs and Permanent Missions
Contact
By appointment only: Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12 pm / 2 pm to 4:30 pm
La Pastorale: Route de Ferney 106, 1202 Genève
Access by public transports (TPG): Line 5: stop Intercontinental; lines 8, 20, 22, 60: arrêt Appia. No parking on site.
Founded by the Swiss Confederation and the Republic and Canton of Geneva, the International Geneva Welcome Centre is the single entry point for the support and integration of employees of International Geneva and their families, NGOs and visiting delegates.