Welcome
Liechtenstein is a principality located between Switzerland and Austria. Around 40,000 people live here. At 160 square kilometers, it is the fourth smallest state in Europe and the sixth smallest in the world.
Integration Strategy
Overall, there are people from over 100 different nations living in Liechtenstein. This means that there is a large linguistic, cultural, and ethnic diversity in Liechtenstein.
In May 2020, the study "Integration in Liechtenstein" was published. Based on this, the integration strategy was developed. In 2021, the government approved the integration strategy. The goal of the integration strategy is the successful integration of all people in Liechtenstein.
Integration means: All people live and work well together. They stand together and accept each other. Integration is important and remains important. Therefore, migrants are supported and challenged.
Annual Planning
The Ministry of Society, together with a steering group, has created an annual plan. It states which projects and measures are to be carried out or started in a given year.
The plan will be evaluated with the steering group at the end of the year. After that, a new plan will be created for the following year.
You can find the annual plan for 2025 here:
Monitoring Report - Annual Planning
The monitoring report on the annual planning 2024 provides information on the implementation status of the measures.
Promotion
Promotion of Integration Measures
Living together and orientation should be easy for all people in Liechtenstein.
The Foreigners and Passport Office therefore promotes various measures. These measures are intended to contribute to intercultural tolerance and improve mutual understanding and respect.
Further information can be found here:
Promotion of Language Courses
In Liechtenstein, the official language is German. Knowledge of German is an important prerequisite for good integration and vocational training. Good language skills can increase the chances of getting a qualified, well-paid job. They also facilitate participation in other areas of life.
The state of Liechtenstein supports participation in German courses. The prerequisites and a list of language schools can be found here.
Contact Points
Office for Vocational Education and Career Counseling (ABB)
Office for Social Services (ASD)
Office for Foreigners and Passports (APA)
Caritas Liechtenstein
Refugee Aid Liechtenstein
infra - Information and Counseling Center for Women
Liechtenstein Workers' Union (LANV)
Mintegra Buchs
SKS Integration Assistance Association
SuppOrt - Social Counseling Center