Main funding principles
No information available
Fees paid by learners
Fees vary according to provider and type of programme.
Financial support for adult learners
The allocation of educational grants is stipulated by the Scholarship Law. The state allocates grants in the form of stipends and interest-free loans. Basically all the residents of Liechtenstein are entitled to educational grants. The amount of the grant follows the principles of subsidiarity (subject to income and capital of the parents or guardians). By the age of 25 an educational grant can be obtained independently from the parents. This claim expires with the end of the education or by the age of 32. In addition to the monthly grants an interest-free loan may also be allocated.
Support goes to educational as well as professional initial and advanced education leading to a degree that is recognized by Liechtenstein, support is also given for further education.
The Office of Vocational Training and Career Guidance offers counselling for career planning and career organisation. Career counselling services and career coaching for students as well as for adults taking part in a state-run programme for the unemployed are free of charge.
The Department of Labour Market Services (AMS) of the Office of Vocational Training organises and realises integration programmes for the long-term unemployed, including e.g. training and retraining courses, educational practical trainings and professional practical courses, participation in practice companies or in programmes for temporary employment.
Vouchers for language courses
In order to obtain a residence permit and especially for the naturalisation in Liechtenstein applicants must give evidence of adequate German language competence on a level A1 to B1. The state supports participation in language courses by the allocation of vouchers.
Subsidies for private providers
N.A.
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