In Liechtenstein, it is generally possible for all persons, regardless of their nationality, to establish a company. The process is extremely simple and can be summarised concretely in 6 steps:
1. select the appropriate legal form. 
2. read the relevant information sheet.
3. determine the desired company name and check it in the Company Index.
Collect the founding documents (founding declaration, articles of association / partnership agreement, proof of capital, declaration of acceptance / company signature of the founders and auditors etc.).
5. register a trade (simple trade) or obtain a trade licence (qualified trade). Special licences must be obtained for certain activities.
6. If specialized business licencenecessary, register the company in the Commercial Register. If all the necessary documents are submitted in full, the licence can be issued within a week.

Further information here

General information on setting up and running a business, as well as useful fact sheets and contacts, can be found in the "service for entrepreneurs" section of liechtenstein-business.li/en. The Entrepreneur Service Central Business Service of the Office of Economic Affairs is available for personal advice on all aspects of business ventures.

General information as well as useful fact sheets and contacts can be found in the section "living and working" section on liechtenstein-business.li. For personal advice, please contact the Immigration and Passport Office​​​.

The authorisation procedure depends on the type of residence. Specifically, whether it is a case of taking up residence for the purpose of gainful employment or without gainful employment. In both cases, the Immigration and Passport Office is responsible. Questions can be sent directly to bewilligungen.apa(at)llv.li.