Europe
Liechtenstein
A tiny Alpine principality best seen on a day or weekend trip from Zurich or eastern Switzerland. Very safe and scenic, but expensive and quiet, with little nightlife and few budget beds.
- US travel advisoryLevel 1Exercise normal precautionsDetails
- Visa93 of 198passports can visit visa-freeDetails
- CurrencyCHFUS$1 ≈ CHF0.83Details
- English3/5Common in tourist areas
- PlugsType C, J230 V, 50 HzDetails
- Emergency112Police 117 · Ambulance 144 · Fire 118 · All emergencies 112
- Tap waterYes, drinkableExcellent alpine tap water; village fountains are usually drinkable unless marked otherwise.Details
- LGBTQ+Marriage equalitySame-sex marriage since 2025; society is conservative but tolerant.Details
- DrivingOn the rightForeign licences are fine for visitors; carry an IDP with non-European licences. Swiss motorways on the way need a vignette.
Where to go in Liechtenstein
1 place with full guides. Comfortable monthly budget for one person, rent included.
| Place | Safety | Month, comfortable | Best months | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VaduzCapital city | 5/5 | $5,190–7,240 | May–Sep | 1/100 |
When to visit Liechtenstein
June–September for hiking and the Alpine trail network; December–March for skiing at Malbun. A day or two covers the main sights.
Good to know
Entry
- No airport and no border checks from Switzerland or Austria; fly into Zurich and continue by train and bus.
- Schengen rules apply: 90 days in any 180, and the EU Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at first Schengen entry.
- ETIAS (a €20 online pre-travel authorisation) is not required yet; its start has been delayed, so check before travel.
Etiquette
- Greet with 'Grüß Gott' or a casual 'Hoi'
- Sundays are quiet and most shops close
Tipping
Service is included; rounding up or a few francs for good service is plenty.
Neighbouring countries
Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- Liechtenstein National Administration
- LIEmobil
- Liechtenstein Marketing
- Landesspital Liechtenstein
- World Bank open data
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