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Company Formation in Liechtenstein
Company registration in Liechtenstein is fast and efficient, opening doors to international business.
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| Initial consultation | Included | Included |
| Turnkey Company Formation | Not included | Included |
| Company contact person | Not included | Included |
| Registered legal company address for 1 year | Not included | Included |
| Remote incorporation | Not included | Included |
| Notary Services | Not included | Included |
| Company Secretary | Not included | Included |
| Local personnel | Not included | Included |
| Accounting for 1 year | Not included | Included |
| Long-term POA | Not included | Included |
| Apostilled set of documents | Not included | Included |
| Additional legal support | Not included | Included |
| Corporate Account | Not included | Included |
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Aaron Glauberman specializes in crypto and FinTech licensing, MiCA and PSD2 frameworks, and cross-border corporate structuring.
Phone +44 20 4577 0974
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Getting started with company registration in Liechtenstein
Find out all the necessary information about incorporating your business activity in Liechtenstein. Discover why Liechtenstein is a popular jurisdiction and how it may help your business to reach another level. Additional information is on demand, directly from our team of experienced consultants.
Duration
How long does it take to form a company in Liechtenstein?
The remote process takes 5-10 working days.
Timeline
Procedure to prepare the registration of a company in Liechtenstein
The registration process for a company in Liechtenstein is very simple. The experts of LegalBison will assist you throughout every step of it:
- Initial consultation and agreement;
- Payment of the full invoice;
- [IF REMOTELY]: Notarization of POA by client;
- Preparation of registration documents;
- Document signed at the notary;
- Official register validity: immediately.
Remote incorporation
Can I form a company in Liechtenstein remotely?
The whole incorporation process can be conducted remotely. No travel is necessary but the notarization of documents is necessary.
- A Power of Attorney (POA) from (all) partners/shareholders is needed;
- The POA is sent to you by us based on the services you want;
- You have to certify the POA by a notary and in some cases legalize it by apostille (some countries need full legalization);
- Once you have the POA on your hands, we double-check, and you send us the original form (physical document!) via courier to our address;
- Liechtenstein is part of the Hague Convention of the Apostille.
Required Information
Necessary information to begin with company formation in Liechtenstein
- 3 options of your desired name for the company and a company contact email address;
- Names, addresses, and emails of all shareholders and board members;
- Short description of your company’s activity.
VAT
Without VAT number in Liechtenstein
- Company will not be eligible to receive VAT refunds, which means everything bought is 7.7% more expensive (important: B2B payments between two VAT-exempt companies are not more expensive);
- Your company will not have to file monthly tax returns (prerequisite: no one receives a salary), which means low costs.
With VAT number in Liechtenstein
- Any taxpayer can register for VAT with a simple application;
- Your company will be eligible to receive VAT refunds, which means you can make use of the reverse-charge mechanism;
- Any Liechtenstein company can ask for a VAT registration online;
- Getting a VAT number is mandatory if the turnover exceeds 100,000 CHF in a year.
Documents
Required documents to provide to register a company in Liechtenstein
- Passport copies (scans) of shareholder/s and director/s, also beneficiary owner if applicable;
- A Power of Attorney (in case of a remote company registration);
- Certified company documents (in case at least one of the shareholders is going to be a foreign company).
How long does it take to form a company in Liechtenstein?
The remote process takes 5-10 working days.
Procedure to prepare the registration of a company in Liechtenstein
The registration process for a company in Liechtenstein is very simple. The experts of LegalBison will assist you throughout every step of it:
- Initial consultation and agreement;
- Payment of the full invoice;
- [IF REMOTELY]: Notarization of POA by client;
- Preparation of registration documents;
- Document signed at the notary;
- Official register validity: immediately.
Can I form a company in Liechtenstein remotely?
The whole incorporation process can be conducted remotely. No travel is necessary but the notarization of documents is necessary.
- A Power of Attorney (POA) from (all) partners/shareholders is needed;
- The POA is sent to you by us based on the services you want;
- You have to certify the POA by a notary and in some cases legalize it by apostille (some countries need full legalization);
- Once you have the POA on your hands, we double-check, and you send us the original form (physical document!) via courier to our address;
- Liechtenstein is part of the Hague Convention of the Apostille.
Necessary information to begin with company formation in Liechtenstein
- 3 options of your desired name for the company and a company contact email address;
- Names, addresses, and emails of all shareholders and board members;
- Short description of your company’s activity.
Without VAT number in Liechtenstein
- Company will not be eligible to receive VAT refunds, which means everything bought is 7.7% more expensive (important: B2B payments between two VAT-exempt companies are not more expensive);
- Your company will not have to file monthly tax returns (prerequisite: no one receives a salary), which means low costs.
With VAT number in Liechtenstein
- Any taxpayer can register for VAT with a simple application;
- Your company will be eligible to receive VAT refunds, which means you can make use of the reverse-charge mechanism;
- Any Liechtenstein company can ask for a VAT registration online;
- Getting a VAT number is mandatory if the turnover exceeds 100,000 CHF in a year.
Required documents to provide to register a company in Liechtenstein
- Passport copies (scans) of shareholder/s and director/s, also beneficiary owner if applicable;
- A Power of Attorney (in case of a remote company registration);
- Certified company documents (in case at least one of the shareholders is going to be a foreign company).
FACTS ABOUT COMPANY IN LIECHTENSTEIN
Things to know before registering your company in Liechtenstein
Taxes in Liechtenstein
Taxation of companies in Liechtenstein
The corporate income tax is a flat rate of 12,5% on the profits generated.
Double Tax Treaties
DTAA signed by Liechtenstein for companies
Many countries have bilateral conventions to avoid double taxation and prevent fiscal evasion. Andorra, Austria, Bahrain, China, Czech Republic, Georgia, Germany, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Jersey, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Uruguay.
Accounting and audit requirements
Accounting and audit requirements for a company in Liechtenstein
Companies are due to file a tax return within 6 months after the end of the calendar year. Accounting is mandatory and accounts must be held within Liechtenstein. Accounts and financial statements must be filed yearly. Legal entities and fiduciary companies that exercise a commercial activity, or whose purpose permits the exercise of an activity of this nature, are required to appoint an auditor. If a company exceeds the following criteria in two out of three cases in two consecutive financial years, it must subject its annual financial statements to an audit:
- CHF 7.4 million total assets;
- CHF 14.8 million net sales proceeds;
- 50 full-time positions on an annual average.
Residency requirements for company holders
Economic substance and residency requirements for companies in Liechtenstein
- There are no residential requirements for the founders of a company (GmbH or AG) in Liechtenstein;
- Only an address and a registered agent for representation is needed.
LegalBison offers help with all of the above requirements. We assist and are local on the ground. Speak now for free with one of our consultants to get your business started.
Taxation of companies in Liechtenstein
The corporate income tax is a flat rate of 12,5% on the profits generated.
DTAA signed by Liechtenstein for companies
Many countries have bilateral conventions to avoid double taxation and prevent fiscal evasion. Andorra, Austria, Bahrain, China, Czech Republic, Georgia, Germany, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Jersey, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Uruguay.
Accounting and audit requirements for a company in Liechtenstein
Companies are due to file a tax return within 6 months after the end of the calendar year. Accounting is mandatory and accounts must be held within Liechtenstein. Accounts and financial statements must be filed yearly. Legal entities and fiduciary companies that exercise a commercial activity, or whose purpose permits the exercise of an activity of this nature, are required to appoint an auditor. If a company exceeds the following criteria in two out of three cases in two consecutive financial years, it must subject its annual financial statements to an audit:
- CHF 7.4 million total assets;
- CHF 14.8 million net sales proceeds;
- 50 full-time positions on an annual average.
Economic substance and residency requirements for companies in Liechtenstein
- There are no residential requirements for the founders of a company (GmbH or AG) in Liechtenstein;
- Only an address and a registered agent for representation is needed.
LegalBison offers help with all of the above requirements. We assist and are local on the ground. Speak now for free with one of our consultants to get your business started.
WHICH JURISDICTION AND LICENSE TO CHOOSE FOR YOUR PROJECT
Alternatives to company formation in Liechtenstein
Our team has curated the following jurisdictions as being worthy alternatives to a company registered in Liechtenstein.
AustriaCompany Formation in Austria
from 1.800 €
- Prestigious standing
- Competitive tax rate in EU
- Completely remote
CyprusCyprus Company Formation
from 1.950 €
- 0% taxation of dividends
- Top jurisdiction
- Not considered offshore
EstoniaCompany Formation in Estonia
from 450 €
- Fast incorporation
- 0% tax on undistributed income
- Entirely remote
PolandCompany Formation in Poland
from 1.500 €
- 0% Tax if undistributed
- A fast growing EU state
- Tech savvy workforce
No offers are listed for this selection.
About company registration in Liechtenstein
The right path forward, regardless of project stage
An AG is a public company limited by shares. Unlike GmbH, it requires more than a single founder: three is the minimum.
Liechtenstein is a prestigious low-tax financial center in Europe. It is therefore a recommendable jurisdiction for tax planning of branches in Europe, as well as the set-up of trusts, funds, and investment companies.
The answer to this question depends on what citizenship you have, what your business model is, who your business partners/clients are, and a few other aspects. If you want to know about good alternatives to Liechtenstein, let a professional consult you for free.
Yes, it does, whether in cash or in kind.
Information on this page is general and may change as regulations change. It isn’t legal, tax, or investment advice. Contact us for advice on your situation. Read our full disclaimer.
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Company Registration
Consulting Team
Consulting team dedicated into advising the best suitable jurisdiction for your project.
Phone +44 20 4577 0974
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Aaron Glauberman specializes in crypto and FinTech licensing, MiCA and PSD2 frameworks, and cross-border corporate structuring.
Phone +44 20 4577 0974