Moving to Liechtenstein from Russia

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What to Expect

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

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Russia to Liechtenstein.

Living there in 2020
69 ↑ 30% vs 2015

people born in Russia live in Liechtenstein · UN DESA

Who's moving to Liechtenstein?

Top countries of origin for Liechtenstein's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Liechtenstein compared to Russia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

RU
6.8
LI
5.1

Liechtenstein performs significantly better than Russia across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

RU
$3,204
LI
$9,795

Russia performs better than Liechtenstein across all health & wellbeing metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

RU
24.8
LI
48.9
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

RU
88.0%
LI
96.0%

Liechtenstein performs significantly better than Russia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

RU
3.3%
LI
2.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

RU
$39,800
LI
$139,100

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

RU
72.4 yrs
LI
82.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

RU
6.4
LI
4.0

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

Data: Federal Tax Service of Russia, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Russia 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.

Russia passport

Russia passport holder visiting Liechtenstein

Visa Required
Russia passport holders need a visa to enter Liechtenstein.
Liechtenstein passport

Liechtenstein passport holder visiting Russia

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Liechtenstein passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Russia.

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?

Connectivity is usually fine (Liechtenstein: 48.9 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Liechtenstein offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Liechtenstein safe for expats?

Liechtenstein performs significantly better than Russia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Liechtenstein is 5.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.8 in Russia.

How is healthcare in Liechtenstein compared to Russia?

Russia performs better than Liechtenstein across all health & wellbeing metrics.

What language do they speak in Liechtenstein?

The official language in Liechtenstein is German. In Russia, the official language is Russian.

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At a Glance

RU LI
Population 142,021,981 39,711
Currency Russian Ruble (RUB) Swiss Franc (CHF)
Languages Russian German
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +7 +423
Time zones 9 1
Emergency number 112