Permanent Residence in Liechtenstein
One documented route of this kind in Liechtenstein, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Permanent residence (D) and settlement / establishment (C)
Available after 5 years of stay; third-country nationals must pass the civics (Staatskunde) test.
- Processing time
- Application due at least 14 days before the current permit expires
- Validity
- Permanent (subject to conditions)
- Language requirement
- Civics test required for third-country nationals (no separate language exam stated)
- Permanent residence
- After 5 years of stay
- Citizenship
- Ordinary naturalization after 10 years of residence
Requirements
- 5 years of stay
- Third-country nationals: pass the civics (Staatskunde) test
- Submit the complete application at least 14 days before the current permit expires
Required Documents
- Official checklist 'Checkliste Erteilung Niederlassung/Daueraufenthalt' required
- Valid passport required
- Proof of passing the civics test (third-country nationals)
Official fees
- Civics test 0 CHF
- Permit fee 1,060 CHF
Process Steps
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1
Pass civics test
Third-country nationals register for and pass the Staatskundetest (14 of 21 questions correct).
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2
Submit application
File the complete PR application with the official checklist at least 14 days before the current permit expires.