Liechtenstein Independent Means Visa

Liechtenstein offers a residence permit (B) for non-gainfully employed persons who maintain substantial financial resources in the principality.

Applicants must demonstrate access to sufficient funds, maintain local health insurance, and secure approved accommodation. This quota-based program provides access to one of Europe’s most politically and economically stable jurisdictions, with a sophisticated banking sector and a flat tax rate of 12.5% on Liechtenstein-sourced income.

To qualify for the Liechtenstein Residence Permit (B), applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial resources to maintain their lifestyle without requiring social assistance. They are prohibited from engaging in gainful employment within Liechtenstein.

Additional requirements include holding a valid passport, maintaining a clean criminal record, and securing comprehensive health insurance coverage. Application fees are CHF 1,060 if approved, or CHF 80 if rejected.

• Low taxes
• High safety
• Enhanced access to large economies
• Freedom of movement (but not settlement) in the Schengen Area
• No investment or donation requirement

Liechtenstein maintains one of the world’s most restrictive naturalization policies. The standard path requires 30 years of continuous residence in the principality. While this period may be reduced to 10 years with permission from local authorities, applicants must demonstrate full integration into Liechtenstein society and proficiency in the German language. Naturalization is granted at the discretion of the government.

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Applications for this program may be directed to Migration and Passport Office, Liechtenstein.

Legislation upon which this program is based Art. 19 in conjunction with Art. 22 of the Personenfreizügigkeitsgesetzes (PFZG, LGBl. 2009 No. 348), Art. 20 in conjunction with Art. 26 of the Ausländergesetzes (AUG, LGBl. 2008 No. 311).