EU-compatible funds

Due to the fact that Liechtenstein is a member of the European Economic Area (EEA), Liechtenstein-based investment funds benefit from smooth and unbiased access to the European market. An EU-conforming investment fund (UCITS) approved by the Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority (FMA) can distribute its units in EEA countries preferentially within the scope of a notification procedure.

Strong investor protection

Liechtenstein's fund laws attach great significance to investor protection. The supervisory authority and the auditing companies review compliance with legal provisions.

Attractive baseline conditions

The Liechtenstein fund market benefits the stability of the financial market, an efficient banking system, and moderate taxation.

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• Great competitiveness
• High degree of political continuity and stability
• Conservative-liberal stance of govern­ment and population
• Cooperative social partnerships
• Liberal economic policy
• Political neutrality and neutral neigh­boring countries
• Solid financial policy in the public sec­tor
• Stable social, legal, and business framework
• Customs and currency union with Switzerland

Advantages of investment funds versus direct investments

Mandatory investor protection: Dualistic supervision by Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority (FMA) and auditors | Diversification rules: Mandatory investment rules assure adequate diversification | Segregation of assets: In the event of the bankruptcy of the management company, the fund's assets are not pooled into the bankruptcy estate | Duty to inform: Investors are entitled to regular pricing information and publications that assure transparent accountability | Fiscal aspects: Exempt from Swiss securities transaction charges, no fund unit issue premiums or redemption charges | Market access: Simplified diversified market access for investors