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Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein delivers Swiss francs, top-tier HDI and double Western purchasing power — in a pint-sized, low-crime enclave with CPI+rent under Europe's average.

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CLIMATE
Rhine
22°C avg · 2000h sun/yr
CURRENCY
CHF Fr
LANGUAGE
German
SAFETY
Very safe
#1 globally · Safety index 94/100
COST OF LIVING
High cost
Cost index 115/100
TIME ZONE
GMT+1 / GMT+2
UTC+1 / +2

What it's like to live in Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein is a small, landlocked principality nestled in the Alpine region of Central Europe, situated between Austria and Switzerland. Despite its diminutive size—covering approximately 160 square kilometers—it is one of the world's smallest ind...


Cost of living
vs EU Average144% higher than EU average
1-bed apartment, city
CHF1,200Apartment (1 bedroom) in City…
Dinner for two
CHF27.50Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Monthly groceries
CHF2.20Milk (regular), (1 liter)
Public transit (month)
CHF2.42One-way Ticket (Local Transpo…
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Healthcare

  • Liechtenstein operates a universal healthcare system, Obligatorische Krankenpflegeversicherung (OKP), requiring mandatory health insurance for all residents and workers.
  • The system is largely integrated with Switzerland's, with specialized medical care often provided in neighboring Swiss or Austrian hospitals due to Liechtenstein having only one national hospital.
  • Expats must enroll in mandatory health insurance within three months of arrival and obtain a residence permit.
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Entry Requirements & Visa Options

Non-EU citizens visiting Liechtenstein benefit from visa-free entry as part of the Schengen Area framework. Citizens of approximately 60 visa-exempt countries—including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan—can enter Liechtenstein without a visa for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days within any 180-day period . Travelers must present a valid passport issued within the past 10 years and valid for at least 3 months beyond their intended departure from the Schengen Area . Additionally,...

Visa-free entry: 90 days
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This content was generated using artificial intelligence based on publicly available information. It is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, immigration, or professional advice. Information may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with official sources before making decisions.

Data Source: Safety, crime, and quality metrics are sourced from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database of reported data.

All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.