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Residency in Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein is part of the European Economic Area but limits ordinary residence places. Employment and nonworking residence depend on allocation and the applicant’s circumstances, while study and family reunification follow separate rules. Working across the border and living in the principality are different arrangements, including for European citizens.

Ways to qualify

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Career & business

For people with a job offer, in-demand skills, or a business to build. Most of these routes lead to settlement, and in time to citizenship.

Liechtenstein Employee Residence Residence tied to a job with an employer in Liechtenstein that can complete the required hiring and immigration steps. residency

Retirement

For retirees and people of independent means who can show a pension, savings, or other passive income.

Liechtenstein Nonworking Residence Applicants with sufficient independent resources can request a discretionary Liechtenstein residence permit without taking local employment. residency

Family

For joining a partner, parent, or child who already lives there — or claiming citizenship through marriage.

Liechtenstein Family Residence Eligible foreign residents in Liechtenstein can sponsor qualifying relatives, with different family and timing rules for European and other sponsors. residency

Study

Routes to study there, and often to stay on and work after you graduate.

Liechtenstein Student Residence Residence for international students admitted to qualifying higher education in Liechtenstein, with funds and health coverage for their stay. residency