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FinSA Ombudsman Affiliation

FinSA Ombudsman & Mediation services in Finance

Terraxis is a neutral and impartial financial mediation center that handles financial disputes through alternative dispute resolution methods. Our experienced and recognised FinSA mediators handle all mediation procedures between financial service providers and their clients in a timely manner.

Why Terraxis?

Terraxis is a Mediation & Ombudsman Body recognised by the Federal Department of Finance of Switzerland as per the Financial Services Act FinSA. 

Join Terraxis to fulfill your obligation under FinSA article 77.

 Confidentiality

We are not linked to any organisation or association and can guarantee you a strict neutral and confidential mediation process.

 Efficiency

We are experienced and qualified mediators from the Banking - Fund - Asset & Wealth Management industries.

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2026 FinSA Affiliation

Click "Register here" below and complete the form.
- Via Credit card, affiliation is instant. You will receive both your invoice and PDF certificate by email.
- Via bank transfer/QR code, you will first receive your invoice and upon receipt of payment, your PDF certificate.

Valid from 1 January to 31 December 2026. No automatic renewal. Questions? Please read the FAQ below.

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Price (excl. VAT)

Affiliation 2026:
- 300 CHF per year and per company
- Deductible from FinSA and commercial mediation fees

FinSA Mediation:
- 300 CHF per hour (affiliated companies)
- 400 CHF for other companies
- No administration fees - Flat fee on request

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Payment method

By credit card or bank transfer/QR code. Bank details below:
Beneficiary : Terraxis SA, CHE-232.541.005
Rue de la Tour-de-l'Ile 1, 1204 Geneva
Account number: 240 -895979.01D
IBAN : CH 49 0024 0240 8959 7901 D
BIC : UBSWCHZH80A
Note : Ombudsman Affiliation (art. 77 FinSA)

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Documents

Need to affiliate?

Giwrgos Mouzakis

"I had a case to resolve with a financial advisory company I was collaborating/hired for my investments. Because the case was not moving to any resolution or potential agreement, my lawyer strongly advised me to contact Terraxis and file for a mediation. This was the best advice and move I could have thought of because once the mediation was filed things changed dramatically towards the positive side for my case. The fact Terraxis was involved in the process helped to open the discussion channel and push the other party to sit for discussions and resolution without even having to go through the mediation process. I strongly recommend Terraxis and I am thankful for their support and engagement!"

Giwrgos Mouzakis
Miles Trumper

"After many months of struggling to resolve an issue with my pension supplier, I turned to Terraxis for help. After they got involved, the pension supplier resolved the issue quickly. They were very supportive and quick to react to my request for help."

Miles Trumper
Xanthie Christoforatou

"Smooth collaboration, through a well-structured approach with attention to detail and straight forward communication. Their mediation was fundamental to resolve my case."

Xanthie Christoforatou
Julien

"Je tiens à vous remercier pour votre aide et votre excellent travail dans le confilit qui nous lie à notre employée. Grâce à vous, nous sommes arrivés à une solution qui est bien au-delà de nos espérances."

Julien
Cyrus Siassi

"L'animation de l'atelier médiation a été très optimale. Le scénario proposé, les intervenants et le déroulement de l'atelier ont permis de mettre en œuvre et de bien illustrer les techniques et principes régissant le processus spécifique de la médiation."

Cyrus Siassi
Karine Culerier

"J’ai rencontré Jérémie Girod par hasard et j’ai découvert Terraxis et la médiation. Au delà de l’aspect très structuré du processus de médiation que pratique Terraxis, il y a un réel engagement permanent dans l’application du respect et la recherche des mots justes. Terraxis est sans l’ombre d’un doute une référence!"

Karine Culerier
Yves Neuenschwander

"Professionnalisme et réactivité. La prestation fournie par Terraxis a répondu pleinement à nos attentes et a permis à notre société de débloquer une situation compliquée. Je recommande M. Girod sans hésiter."

Yves Neuenschwander
Zacharie Maurer

"Terraxis nous a permis de trouver une solution rapidement grâce à ses services de médiation performants et sur mesure."

Zacharie Maurer
Stéphane Jacquat

"Un commentaire pour vous faire part de ma grande satisfaction dans les compétences de Terraxis. Je recommande chaleureusement."

Stéphane Jacquat
isabelle raboud

"Magnifique et bien centré"

isabelle raboud

FAQ

Fees

Can we deduct FinSA affiliation fees from other Terraxis services?

Yes. We encourage you to use the power of mediation to resolve your potential business disputes. To do this, we automatically deduct the FinSA affiliation fees from any commercial mediation.

Does Terraxis charge termination fees and impose a cancellation period?

We do not charge cancellation fees. The 2026 affiliation will automatically end at the end of the validity period (31 December 2026). The 2027 affiliation will be proposed to our affiliates in 2026 and will remain at their sole decision.

There is no automatic renewal and our affiliates are not required to renew their membership if they no longer wish to or need it.

Are there any additional fees for first year registration?

No, we do not charge such fees. There are no registration fees or processing fees to pay and you only pay the affiliation price mentioned in #02 above which includes all costs associated with your affiliation.

Is the cost the same regardless of the number of advisors within the same financial service provider?

Yes, the price is per entity/company and not per number of advisors (art. 3 & 29 FinSA).

General

Need a 2025 affiliation?

Please contact us by email or telephone.

How long does it take to register with Terraxis?

Affiliation is instant with payment by credit card. It will take approximately 24 hours in the case of a bank transfer and as soon as it is made.

We are based overseas. Do we have to go through our Swiss representative for our affiliation?

No, you are entirely free to choose and join the mediation body of your choice.

How long will a membership made today be valid?

31 December 2026, regardless of when you registered.

Will Terraxis inform the Swiss authorities of our affiliation?

Yes, Terraxis will inform directly the Federal Departement of Finance (FDF) of your entity's affiliation in a separate process where you do not need to intervene. This is done on an annual basis according to FinSA art. 86 and is part of the duties of Terraxis within the meaning of the FinSA.

Can we mandate Terraxis for FinSA mediation even though we are affiliated with another mediation body?

Yes, it is entirely possible to do FinSA mediation with Terraxis even if you are affiliated with another mediation body.

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Contact details
  • Terraxis SA
    Rue de la tour de l’Ile 1
    1204 Genève

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