Third-country residence for investors/company founders (important public interest) (Aufenthaltsbewilligung aus wichtigem öffentlichen Interesse)

Third-country residence for investors/company founders (important public interest) is a residence route in Liechtenstein (Sijoittaja- / kultainen viisumi). Discretionary, very rare: substantial investment (reportedly ~CHF 1m+) in an operating FL business creating local jobs/tax revenue; no lump-sum regime for wealthy non-employed. Low confidence – no published programme or thresholds. Gov fees ~CHF 600 (family of 3).

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in Liechtenstein

Wohnsitz: home + residence permit with intent to stay → resident from arrival; else habitual abode >6 months

Permits scarce (quota/lottery or board/investor permits); lump-sum taxation for non-working residents

Residence certificate: Steuerverwaltung certificate

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

Relocation planning guides

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Residence by investment: compare routes and obligations →

Requirements at a glance

The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 1'000'000. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 10 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 30 years.

How holders are taxed

Worldwide; progressive up to ~22%; wealth via 4% deemed yield

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.

Luokka	Sijoittaja- / kultainen viisumi
Sijoitus	CHF 1'000'000
Maksut (perhe)	CHF 600
Tulot / v	—
Varat	—
Väh. oleskelu	—
PR	10
Kansalaisuus	30
Työ	ownBusiness
Kelpoisuus	Non-EEA/CH
Verot	Worldwide; progressive up to ~22%; wealth via 4% deemed yield
Tilanne	2026-10

Virallinen sivu

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