Moving to Hong Kong from Liechtenstein

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Liechtenstein to Hong Kong? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Liechtenstein to Hong Kong, and you’d need to navigate life in Chinese and English. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Hong Kong compared to Liechtenstein.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

LI
5.1
HK
0.4

Hong Kong performs significantly 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

LI
48.9
HK
39.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

LI
96.0%
HK
93.0%

Liechtenstein performs 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

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

a broad measure of economic output per person

LI
$139,100
HK
$64,400

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

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

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

LI
4.0
HK
2.5

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

Data: Ministry of Finance, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Liechtenstein passport

Liechtenstein passport holder visiting Hong Kong

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

Hong Kong passport holder visiting Liechtenstein

Visa Free
Hong Kong passport holders can enter Liechtenstein 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 Hong Kong?

Connectivity is usually fine (Hong Kong: 39.8 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Hong Kong offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Hong Kong safe for expats?

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

What language do they speak in Hong Kong?

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

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At a Glance

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