Liechtenstein is a small European jurisdiction well known to owners of private capital, holding companies and family structures. A Liechtenstein company can be suitable for investments, asset ownership, family office structures, international business and long-term ownership planning.

Registration of an AG or GmbH requires local corporate support and paid capital. Before incorporation, we compare the company form, annual costs, accounting and banking in CHF/EUR.


Official name: Principality of Liechtenstein. Area: 160 sq. km. Population: current statistics are published by the official authorities of Liechtenstein. Capital: Vaduz. Official language: German. Currency: Swiss franc.


The Principality of Liechtenstein is a small landlocked country in Central Europe.
Liechtenstein borders Austria to the east and Switzerland to the west. It is a constitutional monarchy in which the Prince has substantial constitutional powers.
Liechtenstein has a currency and customs union with Switzerland and uses the Swiss franc (CHF). Swiss diplomatic missions also represent Liechtenstein’s interests in many countries.


Legal framework Due Diligence Act, Amended
Law Concerning the Trust Enterprise
Law on Persons and Companies
Company type Limited, Establishment, GmbH.
Restricted activities The company may carry out activities permitted by law; regulated business requires the relevant licence and local substance.
Taxation The standard corporate income tax rate is 12.5%; the minimum tax for relevant legal entities is CHF 1,800 per year.
Annual fees Government and corporate service fees are paid according to the current Office of Justice tariff and the local provider's fees.
Time and conditions for registering a new company 2 weeks.
Double taxation treaties Liechtenstein's current treaty network applies; the relevant treaty is checked according to the country and type of income.
Share capital AG — minimum CHF 50,000; GmbH — minimum CHF 10,000. The minimum capital is paid on incorporation according to the requirements of the chosen form.
Proposed share capital Paid in full.
Shares Registered shares.
Directors There may be several directors, but at least one must meet the applicable Liechtenstein local-management requirements.
Requirement
- accounting records
- annual return
Required
Required

What changed in 2026 for company registration in Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein in 2026 is suitable for holding companies, family offices, investments and long-term asset ownership. Depending on the task, an AG, GmbH, Stiftung or another form can be used, while the standard corporate rate for ordinary companies is 12.5%.

The choice between a commercial company and an asset-holding structure depends on the assets, participants and management arrangements. Before formation, we recommend defining who makes decisions, where assets will be held and what payments are expected.

What activities is a company in Liechtenstein suitable for

A ready-made company registered in Liechtenstein or Liechtenstein AG registration under your own name is suitable for: holding structures, investments, family office, asset ownership and international business.

Company registration: Liechtenstein AG and opening a bank account

First, we decide who will be the owner and director, the activities and company address, then prepare the documents for Liechtenstein AG registration. After company registration, we organise annual administration and accounting. To open a bank account or an account with a European payment system / EMI, we support preparation of contracts, service descriptions and information about expected payment countries.

A bank account for a company in Liechtenstein can be opened with a bank in a suitable jurisdiction, while an IBAN EUR/SEPA account can be opened with a European payment system / EMI. The application can be prepared remotely; when opening the account, we will propose bank account options for planned payments and turnover.

Key information about Liechtenstein AG

  • Company form:AG, GmbH, Stiftung and other forms
  • Taxes:tax rates and reporting are determined according to the corporate form, functions and tax residence of the structure
  • Bank account:Local bank for investment structures; EMI for day-to-day EUR/SEPA payments.
  • Cost:Basic company registration price is calculated according to the chosen form, local fiduciary, accounting and banking support.
Additional information about a company in Liechtenstein 2026

Where to start to open a new company in Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein is particularly relevant for owners who value long-term asset ownership and professional administration. We can compare legal forms, calculate local costs and prepare documents for the bank and ongoing support.

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