#E2025J0015EFTA Court Judgment: Liechtenstein Found in Breach for Failing to Implement EU Directive 2019/771 on Sale of Goods Contracts

On 10 December 2025, the EFTA Court issued a judgment in Case E-15/25, finding that Liechtenstein had failed to fulfil its obligations under the EEA Agreement by not implementing Directive (EU) 2019/771 on certain aspects relating to contracts for the sale of goods. The case was brought by the EFTA Surveillance Authority, which monitors EEA/EFTA states' compliance with EEA law. Directive 2019/771 harmonises consumer protection rules across the EU/EEA regarding the sale of goods, introducing updated conformity requirements, seller liability periods, and remedies available to consumers when goods do not conform to contract. Liechtenstein was required to transpose this directive into national law but failed to do so within the prescribed deadline. The court's ruling confirms that Liechtenstein is in breach of its EEA obligations and must take immediate steps to bring its national legislation into conformity with Directive 2019/771. This judgment serves as a formal legal finding and may be followed by financial penalties if compliance is not achieved. This case is part of broader EEA enforcement actions ensuring that all EEA states apply harmonised consumer protection standards for goods sales, levelling the playing field for businesses and ensuring equal consumer rights across the single market.

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