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 great 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 good 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 outlines which projects and measures are to be implemented or started in a year.
The plan will be evaluated with the steering group at the end of the year. A new plan for the following year will then be drawn up.
You can find the annual plan for 2024 here:
Monitoring Report - Annual Planning
The monitoring report for the annual planning 2024 provides information on the implementation status of the measures.
Promotion
Promotion of Integration Measures
Coexistence and orientation should be easy for all people in Liechtenstein.
The Foreigners and Passport Office therefore promotes various measures. These measures should contribute to intercultural tolerance and improve mutual understanding and respect.
You can find more information here:
Promotion of Language Courses
In Liechtenstein, the official language is German. German language skills are an important prerequisite for good integration and vocational training. Good language skills can increase the chances of obtaining qualified, well-paid work. They also facilitate participation in other areas of life.
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 Counseling (ABB)
Office for Social Services (ASD)
Foreigners and Passport Office (APA)
Caritas Liechtenstein
Refugee Aid Liechtenstein
infra - Information and Counseling Center for Women
Liechtenstein Employees' Association (LANV)
Mintegra Buchs
Verein SKS Integrationshilfe
SuppOrt - Social Counseling Center