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Frequently Asked Questions about Liechtenstein

The following are some of the most frequently asked questions about Liechtenstein company formation:

How long does it take to incorporate a Liechtenstein company?

How difficult is it to open a corporate bank account for a Liechtenstein company?

Am I required to visit Liechtenstein to incorporate a company there?

What is the minimum number of directors required for a Liechtenstein company?

Is a resident director required?

What is the minimum number of shareholders required for a Liechtenstein company?

Can my company be 100% foreign-owned?

Are shareholder/director details available for public viewing?

What are the minimum capital requirements for a Liechtenstein company?

Is a Liechtenstein company required to submit an annual tax return and/or financial statements?

What are the tax implications of a Liechtenstein company formation?

Is a Liechtenstein company allowed to obtain refunds on value added tax (VAT)?

How long does it take to incorporate a Liechtenstein company?
Registering a Liechtenstein company can be completed within two weeks.

How difficult is it to open a corporate bank account for a Liechtenstein company?
Opening a corporate bank account in Liechtenstein with a reputable international bank is difficult.

Am I required to visit Liechtenstein to incorporate a company there?
No. Healy Consultants can legally incorporate your Liechtenstein company without you needing to travel.

What is the minimum number of directors required for a Liechtenstein company?
Under statutory regulations, a Liechtenstein company requires a minimum of one director.

Is a resident director required?
A Liechtenstein company requires a resident director.

What is the minimum number of shareholders required for a Liechtenstein company?
A minimum of one shareholder is required.

Can my company be 100% foreign-owned?
Yes. 

Are shareholder/director details available for public viewing?
Yes.

What are the minimum capital requirements for a Liechtenstein company?
To form a Liechtenstein company, there is a minimum share capital requirement of Swiss Francs 30,000-50,000 (approximately US30,000).

Is a Liechtenstein company required to submit an annual tax return and/or financial statements?
A commercial Liechtenstein company is obliged to submit an annual tax return and/ audited annual financial statements to the authorities. A non-commercial company, however, need not submit accounts to the Liechtenstein Tax Authority, as a bank statement showing assets normally suffices.

What are the tax implications of a Liechtenstein company formation?
A Liechtenstein company is not liable to pay a corporate tax, but it must pay an annual capital tax of 0.1% on the net asset value of the company.

Is a Liechtenstein company allowed to obtain refunds on value added tax (VAT)?
An export-orientated Liechtenstein company can obtain value added tax (VAT) refunds on goods and services purchased. VAT is levied at 7.6%.

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