Moving to Liechtenstein from Cook Islands

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Cook Islands to Liechtenstein — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Cook Islands to Liechtenstein, and you’d need to navigate life in German. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Cook Islands to Liechtenstein.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CK
3.5
LI
5.1

Cook Islands performs better than Liechtenstein across all safety metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

CK
18.2
LI
48.9
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

CK
64.8%
LI
96.0%

Liechtenstein performs significantly better than Cook Islands across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2015

percentage of the labour force without work

CK
13.1%
LI
2.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2022

a broad measure of economic output per person

CK
$15,600
LI
$139,100

Liechtenstein performs significantly better than Cook Islands across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CK
77.1 yrs
LI
82.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CK
15.9
LI
4.0

Liechtenstein generally does better on family life, though Cook Islands leads in education spending.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Cook Islands and Liechtenstein. To live, work, or study long-term in Liechtenstein, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Liechtenstein's immigration authority.

Liechtenstein passport

Liechtenstein passport holder visiting Cook Islands

Visa Free
Liechtenstein passport holders can enter Cook Islands without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Liechtenstein?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Liechtenstein has 48.9 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Liechtenstein safe for expats?

Cook Islands performs better than Liechtenstein across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Liechtenstein is 5.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.5 in Cook Islands.

What language do they speak in Liechtenstein?

The official language in Liechtenstein is German. In Cook Islands, the official languages are Cook Islands Māori and English.

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At a Glance

CK LI
Population 8,128 39,711
Currency New Zealand Dollar (NZ$) Swiss Franc (CHF)
Languages Cook Islands Māori, English German
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +682 +423
Time zones 1 1