EEA residence permit – gainful activity (quota) (Aufenthaltsbewilligung für EWR-Staatsangehörige zur Erwerbstätigkeit)
EEA residence permit – gainful activity (quota) is a residence route in Liechtenstein (Livre circulação UE / EFTA). 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.
| Categoria | Livre circulação UE / EFTA |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Taxas (família) | CHF 500 |
| Rendimento / ano | — |
| Patrimônio | — |
| Estadia mín. | — |
| RP | 5 |
| Cidadania | 30 |
| Trabalho | yes |
| Elegível | EU/EEA only (Swiss separate) |
| Impostos | Worldwide; progressive up to ~22%; wealth taxed via 4% deemed yield; no tax on capital gains/dividends |
| Data de referência | 2026-10 |
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