The Liechtenstein financial center - stability, expertise and security

With a lean, user-focused public sector, Liechtenstein offers a stable legal and social system and a traditionally liberal economy. Public finances on a sound footing, straightforward administrative procedures and a transparent and predictable tax and legal regime add to Liechtenstein’s attractiveness as a place to do business and a financial center.

The financial sector is a major employer and an attractive one, employing a greater-than-average number of highly skilled staff. The establishment of the first bank in Liechtenstein in 1861 marked the beginning of a long tradition that continues to this day. The country’s largest bank, LGT Bank Ltd., was founded more than 90 years ago and has been owned by the Princely House of Liechtenstein since 1930.

Liechtenstein’s banks - a haven of stability

Liechtenstein’s banks boast financial strength and stability. They have a solid, high-quality capital base and are among the best-capitalized banks in Europe. Client deposits are covered by a modern, EU-compatible depositor protection scheme. Liechtenstein’s AAA rating from Standard & Poor’s underlines the country’s reliability as a financial center.

Thanks to Liechtenstein’s membership of the European single market, its banks enjoy full freedom to provide services in all EEA countries. This special position enables the Liechtenstein financial center to provide attractive diversification opportunities to investors with a global focus.

Skill, expertise and a strong service culture

As a small, specialized financial center, Liechtenstein combines many years of practical know-how with expertise in private banking. Professional advice and top-quality service are traditional strengths of Liechtenstein’s banks and key factors in their success. The banks also have a pool of specialists to draw on at home and abroad.

A 150-year-old tradition as a financial center