Moving to Liechtenstein from Hong Kong

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What to Expect

A comprehensive look at what changes when you move from Hong Kong to Liechtenstein — from daily expenses to quality of life.

If you moved from Hong Kong 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

How Hong Kong and Liechtenstein stack up on safety, healthcare, jobs, and infrastructure.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

HK
0.4
LI
5.1

Hong Kong 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

HK
39.8
LI
48.9

Liechtenstein performs significantly better than Hong Kong across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

HK
3.9%
LI
2.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

HK
$64,400
LI
$139,100

Liechtenstein generally does better on employment & economy, though Hong Kong leads in top income tax rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

HK
83.6 yrs
LI
82.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

HK
2.5
LI
4.0

Hong Kong performs better than Liechtenstein across all family life metrics.

Data: Inland Revenue Department, Hong Kong, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Hong Kong 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.

Hong Kong passport

Hong Kong passport holder visiting Liechtenstein

Visa Free
Hong Kong passport holders can enter Liechtenstein without a visa.
Liechtenstein passport

Liechtenstein passport holder visiting Hong Kong

Visa Free
Liechtenstein passport holders can enter Hong Kong 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?

With 48.9 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people, Liechtenstein can support video calls in major cities. The hard part is paperwork — visa category, employer policy on overseas staff, and tax residency in Hong Kong and Liechtenstein.

Is Liechtenstein safe for expats?

Hong Kong performs better than Liechtenstein across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Liechtenstein is 5.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 0.4 in Hong Kong.

What language do they speak in Liechtenstein?

The official language in Liechtenstein is German. In Hong Kong, the official languages are Chinese and English.

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At a Glance

HK LI
Population 7,276,588 39,711
Currency Hong Kong Dollar (HK$) Swiss Franc (CHF)
Languages Chinese, English German
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +852 +423
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 999