Why Hire in Liechtenstein
Expanding to Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein is a prosperous EEA member state renowned for its financial services, high-tech manufacturing, precision engineering, and specialized corporate services talent.
Using an EOR in Liechtenstein allows international businesses to engage top local specialists swiftly while bypassing complex commercial registration, cross-border quota administration, and cantonal/princely tax setups.
Employment Laws
Employment Regulations in Liechtenstein
Standard maximum working hours are set at 45 hours per week under the Labour Act (often 40 hours in commercial practice). Probation periods range from 1 to 3 months. Contract terminations require written notice based on tenure (1 month in year 1, 2 months in years 2–9, 3 months thereafter).
Taxes & Benefits
Taxation and Employee Benefits
Employers contribute approximately 8% to 11% toward statutory social security (AHV/IV/FAK/ALV) plus mandatory occupational pension fund contributions (Pensionskasse). Statutory benefits include 4 weeks (20 working days) of paid annual vacation (5 weeks for employees under 20) and statutory public holiday pay.
Payroll Compliance & AHV Reporting
Liechtenstein Payroll Standards
Payroll operates monthly in CHF. Employers manage wage tax deductions and remit statutory social insurance and pension contributions directly to the Liechtenstein Social Security Administration (AHV) and insurance providers.
IP Rights & EEA GDPR Rules
Intellectual Property and Data Privacy
Intellectual property and software rights generated by employees in the performance of their duties automatically transfer to the employer. As an EEA member, data privacy strictly aligns with EU GDPR rules.
