Which structure to set up in Luxembourg? the right vehicle in 3 questions.

This simulator guides you, in three questions, to the legal form best suited to your project in Luxembourg: SARL, SARL-S, SA, SOPARFI, SPF, holding, fund or real estate structure. Immediate indicative answer, then scoping with an expert.

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In short

The choice of structure (legal form and vehicle) depends on the objective (activity, holding, wealth, fund, real estate), the partners' profile and the available capital. In Luxembourg the most common forms are the SARL, SARL-S, SA, and, for holding, the SOPARFI or SPF.

Legal basis

Company forms governed by the amended law of 10 August 1915. Indicative minimum capital: SARL-S from EUR 1 to 12,000, SARL EUR 12,000, SA EUR 30,000. The SOPARFI is an ordinary holding company (usually a SARL or SA); the SPF is a non-commercial private wealth vehicle.

Key takeaway

  • The right vehicle depends on objective, profile and capital, not a single rule.
  • The simulator gives indicative guidance, not definitive advice.
  • We validate and implement the structure end to end.

Who this is for

  • Entrepreneurs choosing their company form
  • Investors structuring participation ownership
  • Individuals organising private wealth
  • Promoters of funds or real estate investments

What we do after the simulator

  • Validation of the chosen form against your full situation
  • Coordinated incorporation (notary, RCS, RBE)
  • Substance and governance set-up where relevant
  • Accounting, tax and compliance
Which structure for your project?

Indicative answer in 3 questions. Does not replace personalised advice.

Your main objective
Your profile
Available capital
Recommended structure

Simplified company with reduced capital (EUR 1 to 12,000), to start solo.

Alternatives to consider
SARL Luxembourg, If capital or activity exceed the SARL-S frame.Read the guide SARL Luxembourg →
Company formation, Full formation scoping.Read the guide Company formation →
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Indicative recommendation based on general rules (forms governed by the law of 10 August 1915). The final choice depends on your full situation and personalised advice.

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Official sources and verification

This page is published under the editorial responsibility of Mickaël LOC for Financial Services Luxembourg (business permit 10077274). The rules cited should be checked against competent authorities and the circumstances of the case.

Editorial version dated . Amounts and rates change with indexation and budget laws: check the date before relying on them.

Parameters verified on

  • Minimum share capital, SARL : EUR 12,000 (legal requirement, Art. 710-5 de la loi modifiée du 10 août 1915 (LSC), verified on September 17, 2026 ; previous value EUR 12,394.68 until August 22, 2016)
  • Minimum share capital, SA (at least one quarter paid up) : EUR 30,000 (legal requirement, Art. 420-1 LSC, verified on September 17, 2026 ; previous value EUR 31,000 until August 22, 2016)

Full history, sources and download (JSON, CSV): verified and dated Luxembourg tax parameters.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the simulator result advice?

No. It is indicative guidance based on general rules. The final choice depends on your full situation (tax, partners, objectives) and personalised scoping.

SARL or SARL-S?

The SARL-S targets individuals starting with reduced capital (EUR 1 to 12,000) for an activity requiring a business licence; the SARL is the versatile standard from EUR 12,000 capital.

When to choose an SA?

For capital of at least EUR 30,000, a fundraise, board governance or more flexibility on shares.

SOPARFI or SPF?

The SOPARFI is fully taxable, commercial and treaty-eligible, ideal to hold active participations; the SPF is reserved for non-commercial private wealth management.

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