The Principality of Liechtenstein offers the best environment for the fund industry. The following benefits of the financial centre can be pointed out:

EU-compatible funds
The Law on Investment Undertakings (IUA) is fully conform to the European law. The Liechtenstein licence is sufficient for the domestic authorisation in all EEA countries (Single-Licence-Principle, EU passport for investment undertakings and asset management companies).


High protection of investors
The protection of investors takes on a significant role in the Liechtenstein fund legislation. The governmental supervisory authority and the financial auditors review the adherence of all legal regulations.


Attractive environment
The fund centre Liechtenstein benefits from a stable financial centre with efficient banking system and moderate taxation. Recently the capital tax on the fund’s assets was abolished. Furthermore for investors and the investments of the fund there are neither stamp nor emission duties.

Unbureaucratic and efficient formation of the fund
Licences are granted in due time. Furthermore there are legally specified terms that can be legally enforced by law.


High Rating for the Liechtenstein fund centre
Liechtenstein has the best possible rating from the international rating agencies like Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s.


Wide range of products
In Liechtenstein for example it is possible to launch funds for qualified investor, for which there is no requirement for licence and with lower publication duties.