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 (Investidor / golden visa). 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.
| Categoria | Investidor / golden visa |
|---|---|
| Investimento | CHF 1'000'000 |
| Taxas (família) | CHF 600 |
| Rendimento / ano | — |
| Património | — |
| Estadia mín. | — |
| RP | 10 |
| Cidadania | 30 |
| Trabalho | ownBusiness |
| Elegível | Non-EEA/CH |
| Impostos | Worldwide; progressive up to ~22%; wealth via 4% deemed yield |
| À data de | 2026-10 |
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