STATE TEST

From January 1, 2009, a civics test is also required to obtain a residence permit. The test consists of 21 multiple-choice questions, i.e. questions in which the correct answer is selected from three possible answers. 14 questions must be answered correctly

Skriptum Niederlassungsbewilligung

A civics test is now also required for the granting of Liechtenstein citizenship. This test consists of 27 multiple-choice questions, 18 of which must be answered correctly.

Those who have attended compulsory school in Liechtenstein for at least three years and have successfully completed the 9th grade or have completed basic vocational training in accordance with the Vocational Training Act do not need to take the civics test.

Skriptum Landesbürgerrecht

We have summarized the most important information about the civics test and the exam dates for you in an information sheet.

Merkblatt 2026

The exam questions are selected from a total of 200 questions

A simple example of a question from the civics exam for the branch office:

What is the name of the river that borders Switzerland?

a) Rhine
b) Danube 
c) Ash

A simple example question from the civics exam for citizenship:

If you go west from Vaduz, you will reach...

a) to the federal state of Tyrol
b) to the federal state of Vorarlberg
c) to the canton of St. Gallen
d) to the canton of Graubünden