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Liechtenstein

Capital: Vaduz

Last verified: 2026-02-20

Fees, fines, and deadlines are approximate and may change. Always verify with official sources.

Key Registrations & Procedures

Residence Permit (Aufenthaltsbewilligung)

Office of Migration and Passport Affairs (Ausländer- und Passamt)

Deadline: Apply before arrival or within first days — Liechtenstein has strict quotas for new residents
Processing Time: 4–8 weeks processing
💰Fees: CHF 200–300 depending on permit type
📅Appointment: Required — contact the office directly.
Required Documents:
  • Valid passport or EU/EEA national ID card
  • Employment contract with a Liechtenstein employer (for work permits)
  • Proof of accommodation in Liechtenstein
  • Proof of health insurance
  • Criminal record certificate (from home country)
  • Passport-sized photos
Where to Do It:

Ausländer- und Passamt, Städtle 38, 9490 Vaduz. Liechtenstein has only one office for all immigration matters.

If You Don't Do It:

Strict enforcement. Residing without a valid permit can lead to deportation. Liechtenstein has annual quotas for new EEA residents — places are limited.

Regional Variations: Single office for the entire country (population ~40,000).
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Municipal Registration (Anmeldung)

Municipal Administration (Gemeindeverwaltung)

Deadline: Within 14 days of arrival
Processing Time: Same day.
💰Fees: Free to small admin fee
📅Appointment: Walk-in at your municipal office.
Required Documents:
  • Valid passport or ID card
  • Residence permit
  • Rental contract
Where to Do It:

Your Gemeindeverwaltung (municipal office). Liechtenstein has 11 municipalities: Vaduz, Schaan, Balzers, Triesen, Eschen, Mauren, Triesenberg, Ruggell, Gamprin, Schellenberg, Planken.

If You Don't Do It:

Fines may apply for late registration. Required for all local services.

Regional Variations: Each of the 11 municipalities has its own Gemeindeverwaltung.
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AHV Number (Social Insurance)

AHV-IV-FAK-Anstalten

Deadline: Automatic upon employment registration
Processing Time: Immediate upon employer registration
💰Fees: Free (contributions: employee + employer shares)
📅Appointment: Employer handles registration.
Required Documents:
  • Residence permit
  • Employment contract
  • Passport/ID
Where to Do It:

Handled by employer. AHV office: Gerberweg 2, 9490 Vaduz.

If You Don't Do It:

May not be able to be employed without AHV registration. No social insurance coverage.

Regional Variations: Single national system.
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