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 (משקיע / ויזת זהב). 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).
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.
| קטגוריה | משקיע / ויזת זהב |
|---|---|
| השקעה | CHF 1'000'000 |
| אגרות (משפחה) | CHF 600 |
| הכנסה / שנה | — |
| נכסים | — |
| שהיית מינ׳ | — |
| קבע | 10 |
| אזרחות | 30 |
| עבודה | ownBusiness |
| זכאים | Non-EEA/CH |
| מס | Worldwide; progressive up to ~22%; wealth via 4% deemed yield |
| נכון ל | 2026-10 |
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