Liechtenstein: Long-term Residence Permit (B) 2026

Long-term permit through lottery system for exceptional professionals, extremely competitive.

Best For

senior executives, top-tier specialists with exceptional qualifications

Not Ideal For

most applicants due to extreme selectivity and lottery system

At a Glance

Visa Type
Skilled Worker Visa
Region
Europe
Visa Duration
5 years
Processing Time
3–6 months
Min Income (annual)
€10,000
Min Investment
Application Fee
€200
Path to PR / Citizenship
PR · 30y to citizenship
Difficulty
9/10 — Very Difficult

Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility Requirements
RequirementDetails
Age Range18+
Education Required
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsor RequiredYes
Remote Income AllowedNo
Family Accompaniment AllowedYes
Language RequirementGerman (C1)

Application Process

  1. 1
    Confirm eligibility
    Verify you meet the age, education, and financial requirements above. Use our free eligibility quiz to score your fit against Liechtenstein's Long-term Residence Permit (B).
  2. 2
    Gather documents
    Passport, recent photos, criminal record check, proof of accommodation, financial statements, health insurance, and any sponsor or employer letter.
  3. 3
    Submit application
    File the application with the relevant Liechtenstein immigration authority — usually online or at the consulate in your home country.
  4. 4
    Pay fees & attend appointment
    Pay the application fee (€200). Some applicants are required to attend a biometrics or interview appointment.
  5. 5
    Wait for decision
    Typical processing: 3–6 months. Decision is communicated by email or via the official portal.

Cost & Financial Requirements

Financial Requirements
ItemAmount
Minimum Annual Salary€10,000
Minimum Monthly Income€5,000
Minimum Investment
Application Fee€200

Family & Long-term Rights

Family & Rights
RightDetails
Family AllowedYes
RenewableYes
Path to PRYes
Path to CitizenshipYes
Years to Citizenship30
Dual Citizenship AllowedNo
Spouse Work RightsRestricted

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Long-term Residence Permit (B)?

Long-term permit through lottery system for exceptional professionals, extremely competitive.

Who is the Long-term Residence Permit (B) best for?

senior executives, top-tier specialists with exceptional qualifications

How long does the Long-term Residence Permit (B) take to process?

Processing typically takes 3–6 months. Times may vary based on nationality, completeness of documentation, and current processing volumes.

What does the Long-term Residence Permit (B) cost?

The application fee is €200. Total relocation cost depends on living costs, insurance, and document attestation.

Does the Long-term Residence Permit (B) lead to permanent residency?

Yes — this pathway has a path to PR.

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Official source: https://www.llv.li

Last verified: 2026-03-05

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