Recognised self-regulatory organisations (SROs) in Switzerland
As of 7 November 2026, FINMA lists ten recognised self-regulatory organisations: AOOS, ARIF, PolyReg, SRO SLV, SRO SAV/SNV, SRO-SVV, SRO SVIG, SO-FIT, SRO-Treuhand Suisse and VQF. Financial intermediaries under Art. 2(3) AMLA without a FINMA licence must join one of them.
Last updated: 07.11.2026
Anyone covered by the Anti-Money Laundering Act as a financial intermediary and not supervised directly by FINMA must join a recognised self-regulatory organisation. SROs set out due diligence duties in regulations, audit their members and are themselves supervised by FINMA.
This overview shows the recognised SROs according to the FINMA list. Sector focus, language, admission requirements and fees differ and should be checked with each SRO.
| SRO | Seat | Focus | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| AOOS – Schweizerische Aktiengesellschaft für Aufsicht | Zurich | Cross-sector | aoos.ch |
| ARIF – Association Romande des Intermédiaires Financiers | Geneva | Cross-sector, western Switzerland | arif.ch |
| PolyReg Allgemeiner Selbstregulierungs-Verein | Zurich | Cross-sector | polyreg.ch |
| SRO SLV – Swiss Leasing Association | Zurich | Leasing | leasingverband.ch |
| SRO SAV/SNV – Swiss Bar and Notaries Associations | Bern | Lawyers and notaries | sro-sav-snv.ch |
| SRO-SVV – Swiss Insurance Association | Zurich | Insurance institutions | sro-svv.ch |
| SRO SVIG – Swiss Association of Investment Companies | Baar | Investment companies | svig.org |
| SO-FIT – Organisme de Surveillance pour Intermédiaires Financiers & Trustees | Geneva | Financial intermediaries and trustees, western Switzerland | so-fit.ch |
| SRO-Treuhand Suisse | Bern | Fiduciaries | sro-treuhandsuisse.ch |
| VQF – Verein zur Qualitätssicherung von Finanzdienstleistungen | Zug | Cross-sector | vqf.ch |
Notes
- Based on the FINMA list of recognised SROs dated 7 November 2026. The list may change; the current FINMA version is authoritative.
- The focus column is a guide, not an exhaustive description of member groups.
- Newly covered advisers should clarify before applying which SRO admits their activity and which deadlines apply.
Frequently asked questions
How many SROs are there in Switzerland?
As of 7 November 2026, FINMA lists ten recognised self-regulatory organisations.
Which SRO fits?
It depends on activity, sector, language and size. Sector SROs such as those for lawyers, insurers or fiduciaries serve their professions; cross-sector SROs admit various activities.
How does joining work?
With an application, directives, risk assessment, evidence of training and a responsible person. The steps are in our SRO membership checklist.