GoLiechtenstein Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

The Principality of Liechtenstein belongs to the Schengen Area. Mainland Chinese residents can enter Liechtenstein with a valid Schengen visa. No registration is required for entering or leaving Liechtenstein. For specific visa matters, please consult the Swiss Embassy in China.

Individuals holding Hong Kong and Macau Special Administrative Region passports who enter the Principality of Liechtenstein for short-term purposes such as visiting relatives, traveling, or engaging in business activities do not need to apply for a visa, but their stay in the Schengen area cannot exceed 90 days within 180 days.

Customs epidemic prevention and control

As of June 7, 2021, 3022 people have been infected with COVID-19. The vaccination of COVID-19 has been launched in the middle of January 2021, mainly using the vaccine jointly developed by Pfizer and BioNTech and the vaccine of Modena, giving priority to the elderly, basic patients and medical workers. As of May 28th, a total of 21250 doses of vaccines have been administered, and 8712 people have been fully vaccinated.

In order to prevent the cross-border spread of COVID-19, the border control of Switzerland and Austria is adjusted according to the epidemic situation. At present, there is no special restriction on the movement of border personnel. The entry line does not need to show the negative test certificate of COVID-19 and the vaccination certificate, nor do it need to be isolated.

Residency and Naturalization

Chinese citizens who come to Liechtenstein for tourism and stay for no more than 90 days do not need to apply for residency. If the stay exceeds 90 days or if you come to Liechtenstein for work (regardless of the length of time), you must apply for residence.

Liechtenstein Aliens and Passports Bureau is responsible for issuing, extending and revoking aliens' residence certificates. For specific information, please refer to the website of the bureau: www.apa.llv.li 。

Joining Liechtenstein citizenship is divided into normal naturalization and simplified naturalization. Under normal circumstances, foreign applicants must have resided in Liechtenstein for at least 10 years, be familiar with the local customs and traditions, respect the laws and regulations of Liechtenstein, and not pose a threat to internal and external security. They must obtain government approval before being granted citizenship. The simplified naturalization process is mainly aimed at foreign spouses or children of Liechtenstein citizens. For detailed information, please refer to the relevant website of the Liechtenstein government: www.gesetze.li/konso/2008311000 。

Liechtenstein risk level is blue (low risk)

Security situation

The overall social security situation is good, the criminal crime rate is low, and there have been no global issues such as terrorist attacks or avian influenza.

After Liechtenstein joined the Schengen Agreement, the security situation was somewhat affected. In recent years, there has been an increase in theft incidents targeting foreign tourists. Please be sure to take good care of your personal belongings when traveling.

natural disaster

There have been no major natural disasters so far.

FDA

The Principality of Liechtenstein is one of the countries with the highest epidemic prevention and health standards in the world. The food hygiene is good, and most tap water can be consumed directly (if it is not for drinking, there is usually a "kein Trinkwasser" sign next to the faucet).

Urgent Help

Bandit police 117

Fire alarm 118

Medical emergency 144

Helicopter rescue: 1414

Emergency road rescue: 140

Emergency treatment for poisoning: 145

Liechtenstein National Hospital: 00423-2354411

air traffic

There is no airport, and Zurich International Airport in Switzerland is the closest international airport to the capital city of Vaduz, about 120 kilometers away.

land transport

There is no train station, and nearby large train stations are located in Feldkirch, Austria, Buchs, and Sargans, Switzerland.

water communication

There is no waterway transportation within the territory of the Principality of Liechtenstein.

Urban transportation

There are mainly 15 bus routes connecting 11 towns in Liechtenstein and several major cities adjacent to Austria and Switzerland. For specific information, please refer to the website of Liechtenstein Public Transport Company: http://www.lba.li/service/ .

major city

The capital Vaduz and the largest city Schaan.

Vaduz: located in western Liechtenstein, facing Switzerland across the Rhine River, with an area of 17.3 square kilometers and a population of 5811 people. It is the location of the palace, government, and parliament, as well as the largest tourist center in the country.

Human habitation began in the 5th century AD and the name was obtained in the 14th century AD. In history, it was a rural area that produced high-quality wine, and now it is home to several internationally renowned industrial and commercial enterprises, banks, and shops and other service facilities.

The Vaduz Pedestrian Street in the city center runs north-south and is over 200 meters long. It is lined with antique restaurants, a dazzling array of gift shops, as well as commercial and cultural tourism service facilities such as stamp museums and post offices.

Product prices

The price level is relatively high, the value-added tax rate is 8%, the circulating currency is Swiss francs, and most shops can also accept euros. 1 Swiss franc can be exchanged for approximately 8.1 Chinese yuan (as of October 30, 2023).

Insurance Medical

The medical and health system is well-established, with a mandatory medical insurance system, advanced medical equipment and services, sufficient supply of drugs, and relatively expensive prices.

Main hospital: Liechtenstein National Hospital: Liechtensteinisches Landesspital, Address: Heiligkreuz 25, 9490 Vaduz, Liechtenstein。

Customs taboos

Customs and habits are similar to Switzerland, emphasizing equality and mutual respect, paying attention to politeness and order in daily life, and attaching great importance to environmental protection. More than 80% of the population believes in Catholicism, about 7% of the population believes in Protestantism, and 13% of the population believes in other religions.

The main holidays are New Year's Day (January 1st), Easter (April), National Day (August 15th), and Christmas (December 25th).

Communications Power

Mobile communication and Internet are relatively developed, with high costs. The power plug is Ruibiao (flat triangle, divided into two hole and three hole types. The two hole plug has embedded and flat types), with a voltage of 220V AC and 50Hz. The country code is 00423, and the mobile network standard is the same as Switzerland. Chinese mobile cards need to have international roaming services enabled in order to be used within the country.

contact information

The country code is 00423.

Liechtenstein Bureau of Foreigners and Passports: 00423-2366141.