Long-stay visas (Type D)
Liechtenstein Permanent Residence and Establishment (C Permit)
The settled status for people who have lived lawfully in Liechtenstein for a qualifying period, granting a more secure and long-term right to remain.
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Important information
- Issuing authority
- Migration and Passport Office (Ausländer- und Passamt)
- Permit type
- C permit (permanent residence / establishment)
- Basis
- A qualifying period of prior lawful residence in Liechtenstein
- Status
- Settled, long-term right to remain (more secure than the B permit)
Who it's for
- Existing lawful residents who have completed the required period of residence
- People seeking a more secure, long-term status than the renewable B permit
Requirements
- A qualifying period of continuous lawful residence in Liechtenstein
- Compliance with integration expectations (including language)
- No relevant criminal record
- No reliance on social assistance and no outstanding debt-enforcement proceedings
- Valid identity document / passport
What you can do
- Remain in Liechtenstein on a settled, long-term basis
- Enjoy a more secure status that is not tied to a single time-limited purpose
How to apply
Apply to the Migration and Passport Office once the qualifying residence period and conditions are met, providing evidence of residence history, integration and a clean legal and financial record. The precise qualifying period and criteria depend on your nationality and previous permit.
Documents
- Application form for permanent residence / establishment
- Valid passport or national ID
- Evidence of the qualifying period of residence
- Proof of integration / language as required
- Criminal-record and debt-enforcement extracts
Frequently asked questions
A qualifying period of prior lawful residence is required, and it varies with nationality and the permit previously held. Confirm the exact period that applies to your situation with the Migration and Passport Office.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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