Startup funding · Liechtenstein
Startup funding and grants in Liechtenstein
Under a 2025 agreement with Switzerland, Liechtenstein companies and research institutions can apply for Innosuisse innovation projects and coaching; Liechtenstein’s Amt für Volkswirtschaft decides and pays for Liechtenstein partners. Liechtenstein is not associated to Horizon Europe.
Key facts
The Switzerland–Liechtenstein agreement names Innosuisse and the Liechtenstein Amt für Volkswirtschaft as the bodies that implement joint innovation support.
- National · 3
- Innovation project with implementation partner, Innovation project without implementation partner and Start-up Coaching (Initial, Core, Scale-up)
Facts last verified 8 October 2026
Funding programmes
What start-ups and SMEs here can apply for — each linked to the official source.
National
- InnosuisseGrant
Innovation project with implementation partner
Funds science-based innovation projects run jointly by a company and an independent Swiss research partner, in any field. SMEs, start-ups and larger companies bear 40–60% of total costs, including a cash contribution of at least 5% to the research partner.
Official page: innosuisse.admin.ch - InnosuisseGrant
Innovation project without implementation partner
Funds high-risk projects such as feasibility studies, prototypes and testing facilities for researchers at Swiss research institutions, for up to 18 months. No implementation partner is needed at submission; companies do not apply directly.
Official page: innosuisse.admin.ch - InnosuisseVoucher
Start-up Coaching (Initial, Core, Scale-up)
Vouchers for sessions with Innosuisse-accredited coaches for young companies and founders: Initial up to CHF 10,000, Core up to CHF 50,000, Scale-up up to CHF 75,000. Liechtenstein start-ups can also apply.
Official page: innosuisse.admin.ch
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Questions & answers
Which startup funding and grants can companies in Liechtenstein apply for?
Companies in Liechtenstein can combine Innovation project with implementation partner, Innovation project without implementation partner and Start-up Coaching (Initial, Core, Scale-up). GrantShip tracks the open calls in its database and alerts you when a new one fits your company.
Can companies in Liechtenstein apply for EU grants such as the EIC Accelerator?
Liechtenstein takes part in many EU programmes through the European Economic Area; eligibility depends on the programme, so check each call.
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