Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein is the top-band civil-law foundation jurisdiction on the platform. Stiftungen file under PGR Art. 552 et seq. EEA-aligned (not EU). The TVTG (Blockchain Act 2020) is the first jurisdiction-level statutory framework for tokenized asset containers, sitting alongside the standard Stiftung. The natural choice for HNW asset-protection clients who find Panama Foundation's EU Annex I status unworkable.
What makes Liechtenstein different
- EEA-aligned civil-law foundation with strong asset-protection mechanics.
- TVTG (Blockchain Act 2020) token-container framework available for tokenized structures.
- Banks credibly with LLB, VP Bank, and similar Liechtenstein / Swiss institutions.
- Top of the platform price band: Stiftung formation runs in the high four-figures plus a CHF 30,000 minimum endowment.
What we collect, and what Liechtenstein filing requires
- Email, country of residence, intended use statement
- OFAC + EU + UN sanctions screen
- Tier 1 KYC on this SKU when it ships in Phase 2
- Beneficial owner identification per local AML obligations
- Notarized passport copies and proof of address
The honest note: Liechtenstein licensed agents apply local AML rules to every formation. Anonymous formation is not available.
Where Liechtenstein entities bank
Banking compatibility varies. We surface the rail categories that have a track record of onboarding Liechtenstein entities. See the Banking page for named rails.
Full banking rankingWhen this jurisdiction is right (and wrong)
HNW asset-protection-motivated holders who need a civil-law foundation with EEA reach. The natural Panama Foundation alternative now that Panama remains on EU Annex I.
Institutional DAO treasury operators who need a recognized civil-law container (Stiftung or TVTG-wrapped) rather than a Cayman SPV.
Token-issuance and tokenized-asset structures that benefit from the TVTG legal certainty around tokenized rights.
CHF 30,000 minimum endowment capital is a real out-of-pocket commitment, separate from formation cost. The capital stays with the foundation; OffshoreGuy doesn't take a cut of it.
Top of the platform price band: formation alone is materially more expensive than other foundations on the platform. Not the right pick for under-CHF-500K asset bases.
Banking onboarding is slow and documentation-heavy. Plan for 6-12 weeks from formation to a usable account.
Common Liechtenstein questions
How long does Liechtenstein formation take?
Most Liechtenstein formations are filed within the published timeline shown on the jurisdiction's at-a-glance card. Apostille turnaround adds 5-10 business days where required.
Can I form a Liechtenstein entity in Bitcoin?
Yes. Accepted forms of payment are BTC (on-chain and Lightning) and USDT (TRC-20 / ERC-20), settled via BitSettle, our proprietary settlement system. Settlement to local providers happens off-platform via our OTC desk where required.
Does the licensed agent collect KYC even if I'm in Tier 0?
Yes. The licensed registered agent in your selected jurisdiction is a regulated trust-and-corporate-service provider statutorily required to identify the beneficial owner regardless of our platform-level KYC tier.
What banking works with this entity?
See the banking page for our full ranking by rail. The most common rails for this jurisdiction are listed in the Banking compatibility section above.
Can I dissolve the entity later?
Yes. Dissolution / strike-off is a standalone SKU. Pass-through state fees apply per jurisdiction.