EEA residence permit – gainful activity (quota) (Aufenthaltsbewilligung für EWR-Staatsangehörige zur Erwerbstätigkeit)
EEA residence permit – gainful activity (quota) is a residence route in Liechtenstein (Libre circulation UE / AELE). EEA special regime: small annual quota (~56 permits for employed persons); part allocated via employers, part by public lottery (twice yearly). Need job/business in FL. Most EEA workers commute as cross-border workers. Low confidence on figures. 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; progressive up to ~22%; wealth taxed via 4% deemed yield; no tax on capital gains/dividends
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.
| Catégorie | Libre circulation UE / AELE |
|---|---|
| Investissement | — |
| Frais (famille) | CHF 500 |
| Revenu / an | — |
| Avoirs | — |
| Séjour min. | — |
| Résidence perm. | 5 |
| Citoyenneté | 30 |
| Travail | yes |
| Éligibles | EU/EEA only (Swiss separate) |
| Impôts | Worldwide; progressive up to ~22%; wealth taxed via 4% deemed yield; no tax on capital gains/dividends |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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