Aargau Services - Economic Promotion for Businesses

Canton Aargau is a canton of technology, energy and culture. It offers an overall package that is unbeatable. It is no coincidence that Aargau has three "A"s in its name; the renowned rating agency Standard & Poor's rates it with "Triple A", the best rating for business locations. The canton lies in the heart of the strongest Swiss economic region between Zurich, Basel, Bern and Lucerne. You benefit from short distances to partners and customers.

Economic promotion for cutting-edge technology businesses

Canton Aargau is among the leading high-tech cantons in Switzerland with a long tradition in cutting-edge technology. The central location allows you to collaborate with renowned research institutions such as the Paul Scherrer Institute, the universities of Zurich (ETH) and Basel, several universities of applied sciences and other research and education centers. In Aargau, you also profit from the cantonal research fund.

The unbeatable combination of high-tech know-how and traffic infrastructure guarantees a high availability of a qualified and specialised workforce. Compared to the Swiss average, more than double of all employees in Aargau are working in research and development.

Low-cost real estate for existing and start-up businesses

In Aargau you get the best locational advantages for less costs. You benefit from an attractive tax environment, low real estate and property prices, as well as moderate payroll costs. We can find the suitable property or real estate for you.

Strong economy and business climate

Aargau achieves the highest possible AAA rating from Standard & Poor's and the Zurich State Bank. The rating reflects the stable financial situation, the strong economy with high productivity and income, the low rate of unemployment and the geographically advantageous location with its high living standard.        

This favourable starting position allows the government of the Canton Aargau to plan well ahead and not only to keep the taxes at the same level but to plan further tax reductions. This guarantees low long-term investment costs and a secure planning for investors.

Concentration of high-tech expertise

Aargau has highly qualified experts for the energy, electronics, life sciences, medical technology, ICT and engineering industries. The employees in Aargau are known for their thorough professional training, international experience, high motivation and loyalty. All of this combines to generate high productivity.

The quality of life in Aargau is excellent. Political stability, legal certainty, first class schools and health care systems, combined with an astonishing nature and landscape, guarantee your family and employees prosperity and freedom. As an entrepreneur and company, you are warmly welcomed by a very business-friendly legislation and sensible authorities.

Aargau Services - we make it easier for you

Aargau Services is the economic promotion agency for the Canton of Aargau. We provide support to companies in Aargau, advise start-up entrepreneurs and assist foreign companies in establishing their business in Aargau.

Our free services for your success:

• We answer your business and location questions
• We help you through the entire start-up and relocation process: We answer your questions about tax and labor law, legal forms, work permits and social security
• We advise you about public funds in Aargau
• We find the right real estate and properties for you
• We assist with official procedures and provide help in obtaining permits
• We help you network with companies, business associations, research institutes, federations and authorities
• We help you find employees