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Investing in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Together with the cantons of St. Gallen, Thurgau, and Appenzell Innerrhoden, the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden is a member of the St.GallenBodenseeArea (SGBA) and part of the third-largest and most cost-efficient economic area of Switzerland.

Small, yet just right. The canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden offers excellent conditions for both companies and individuals:
- Central position in Europe with great transport connection
- Excellent quality of life
- One of Europe’s most attractive tax locations
- Reasonable prices for real estate
- Liberal, flexible job market with high productivity levels
- Open European market
- Legal certainty and planning security thanks to political stability
- Direct and flexible advisory services for you