Loans for the Self-Employed: Fair Conditions Even Without Pay Slips

Getting a loan as a self-employed person is possible in Switzerland – even without a traditional pay slip. At privatkredit.ch, we assess your loan application individually based on your business figures. Self-employed individuals can apply for loans from CHF 5'000 to CHF 300'000, provided regular income can be demonstrated.

Special requirements for the self-employed

The credit assessment for self-employed individuals is based on different criteria than for employees:

  • At least 2 years of verifiable self-employment
  • Stable or growing revenue and profits
  • Latest tax assessment or last two annual financial statements
  • Residence in Switzerland
  • No active debt collection proceedings

Required documents

  • Valid ID
  • Last 2 annual financial statements or tax returns
  • Current debt collection register extract
  • Commercial register extract (if available)
  • Current interim balance sheet (for larger loans)

Tips for self-employed individuals

Prepare your documents

Keep your business figures up to date and complete. The more transparent your finances, the better your chances.

Separate personal and business assets

A clear separation significantly facilitates the credit assessment.

Stable income history

At least 2 years of stable business activity significantly increases your chances of favorable conditions.

Frequently asked questions

There is no fixed minimum amount. What matters is that your income is stable and the affordability of the loan installments is given. As a rule of thumb, the monthly installment should not exceed one-third of your disposable income.

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