EEA – European Economic Area
30 Years of EEA Membership for Liechtenstein
On 1 May 1995, Liechtenstein joined the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA Agreement connects the three EEA/EFTA states—Liechtenstein, Iceland and Norway—with the 27 member states of the European Union (EU) into a single economic area. This guarantees the free movement of goods, persons, services and capital between all member states. Horizontal and complementary policy areas such as environmental policy or statistics are also part of the EEA Agreement.
For Liechtenstein, the EEA Agreement is the most important agreement shaping its relations with the EU. EEA membership has also significantly shaped Liechtenstein as a state, increasing its international visibility and recognition. However, to implement its various obligations under the EEA, Liechtenstein had to establish new administrative processes.
On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of EEA membership, the University of Liechtenstein has planned various activities.
Exhibition
The exhibition “30 Years of EEA Membership” offers many exciting background insights into the EEA, its impact on Liechtenstein, and Liechtenstein’s foreign policy in general. The exhibition will open on 1 July 2025 and is expected to be open until 31 August 2025 during the University of Liechtenstein’s regular opening hours.
Requests for guided tours with explanations of the individual topics can be directed to the Rectorate’s Office.
Current Events
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Publications
On behalf of the Government of the Principality of Liechtenstein, the University of Liechtenstein conducted a survey of the population of Liechtenstein as well as Liechtenstein-based companies regarding Liechtenstein’s EEA membership. The study results can be downloaded here.
