Hintergrund Lightstone
Set up of Foundations, Trusts and Corporations

We assist and set up Foundations, Trusts and Corporations in Liechtenstein or with partners all over the world. This includes:

  • 1Choosing the appropriate legal form

  • 2Set up of articles of association and further regulations

  • 3Fulfilment of compliance requirements

  • 4Takeover of Directorship or the function of a Trustee or a Foundation Council Member

  • 5Advice and support for Holdings/Structures

  • 6Registering with the commercial register

  • 7Support with opening of bank accounts

  • 8Obtaining approvals and permits with Authorities

  • 9Tax registration and further tax clarifications

  • 10Setting up the Accounting


Our goal is to create structures that are legally secure, efficient, and sustainable in the long term

Ltd. – Limited
  • For larger trading/investment purposes (also internationally recognised)
Minimum Capital: CHF/EUR/USD 50’000
LLC – Limited Liablility Company
  • Suitable for local small business
Minimum Capital: CHF/EUR/USD 10’000
Establishment
  • Flexible legal form, popular for asset management and holding structures
Minimum Capital: CHF/EUR/USD 30’000
Foundation
  • Suitable for succession planning and asset protection
  • Legally independent asset pool (no owners, but earmarked for a specific purpose)
  • Highly flexible in terms of structuring (e.g., family foundation, charitable foundation)
  • Discreet and internationally recognised
Minimum Capital: CHF/EUR/USD 30’000
Trust
  • Contractual fiduciary structure between the settlor and Trustee
  • Highly flexible and adaptable to individual needs
  • Suitable for international succession planning and asset protection
  • Regulated by law in Liechtenstein and internationally recognized
Minimum Capital: CHF/EUR/USD 1.00

Why Liechtenstein?

  • Legal and tax certainty
    Stable framework conditions, connection to the EU/EEA

  • Discretion and confidentiality
    Protection of privacy and confidential treatment

  • Internationally recognized
    Structures suitable for globally active companies

  • Flexible structure
    From start-ups to complex holding structures

  • Political and economic stability
    Member of the EEA, strong ties to Switzerland

  • AAA rating
    Highest credit rating in the country, international trust

    Management & Administration

    After incorporation, we take over the full management of your company, foundation, or trust. We handle operational administration, represent your interests, and ensure your structures remain capable of acting at all times.

    Overview of our Services

    • Take over of Foundation Council Member/Board of Directors functions

    • Full company administration

    • Protection of the interests of shareholders, owners, founders, and beneficiaries

    • Execution and monitoring of transactions

    • Fulfilment of CRS/FATCA regulations and reporting

    • Fulfilment and complying with due diligence obligations

    • Advice and recommendations on corporate, tax, and commercial law issues

    • Coordination with tax advisors, lawyers, and external experts

    • Preparation of accounting and tax returns

      • Take over of Foundation Council Member/Board of Directors functions

      • Full company administration

      • Protection of the interests of shareholders, owners, founders, and beneficiaries

      • Execution and monitoring of transactions

      • Fulfilment of CRS/FATCA regulations and reporting

      • Fulfilment and complying with due diligence obligations

      • Advice and recommendations on corporate, tax, and commercial law issues

      • Coordination with tax advisors, lawyers, and external experts

      • Preparation of accounting and tax returns

        Finance & Tax

        We provide wide-ranging support for your financial and tax matters. Our services cover the entire spectrum—from ongoing accounting to international tax planning.

        Overview of our Services

        Compliance & Governance

        We ensure that your structures are managed in a legally compliant manner – so that you can concentrate on what matters most. We handle all legal requirements and establish clear processes that build security and trust.

        Overview of our Services

        • Support with regulatory requirements – discreet and efficient

        • Compliance with international reporting requirements (AEOI, AStA, FATCA)

        • Reportings

        • Strengthening and further developing corporate governance

        • Management of compliance documents

          Asset Protection

          Assets are more than just capital—they represent security, the future, and responsibility. We develop structures that protect your assets, clearly regulate succession, and secure your long-term legacy. Individually tailored and with future generations in mind.

          Overview of our Services

          • Protection of private and corporate assets

          • Planning and implementation of succession solutions

          • Foundations, trusts, and customised corporate structures

          • Supportive management of participations

          • Individual solutions for international asset questions

            • Protection of private and corporate assets

            • Planning and implementation of succession solutions

            • Foundations, trusts, and customised corporate structures

            • Supportive management of participations

            • Individual solutions for international asset questions