Residence permit for Swiss nationals (separate quota) (Aufenthaltsbewilligung für Schweizer Staatsangehörige)
Residence permit for Swiss nationals (separate quota) is a residence route in Liechtenstein (EU / EFTA free movement). Under the CH–FL arrangement Swiss nationals get a separate, small annual contingent (employed + non-employed), partly by lottery; free movement for cross-border commuting and work. Low confidence on contingent size. Gov fees ~CHF 500 (family of 3).
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 30 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide; CH–FL DTT (2015) avoids double taxation
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | EU / EFTA free movement |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 500 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 30 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | Swiss citizens |
| Tax | Worldwide; CH–FL DTT (2015) avoids double taxation |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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