Moving to Liechtenstein from South Africa
What to Expect
Considering a move from South Africa to Liechtenstein? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from South Africa 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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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from South Africa to Liechtenstein.
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Liechtenstein compared to South Africa.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
Liechtenstein performs significantly better than South Africa across all safety metrics.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
South Africa performs better than Liechtenstein across all health & wellbeing metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
Liechtenstein performs significantly better than South Africa across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Liechtenstein performs significantly better than South Africa across all employment & economy metrics.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
Liechtenstein generally does better on family life, though South Africa leads in education spending.
Data: South African Revenue Service, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between South Africa 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.
South Africa passport holder visiting Liechtenstein
Visa Required
Liechtenstein passport holder visiting South Africa
Visa FreeData: 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 South Africa across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Liechtenstein is 5.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 45.5 in South Africa.
How is healthcare in Liechtenstein compared to South Africa?
South Africa performs better than Liechtenstein across all health & wellbeing metrics.
What language do they speak in Liechtenstein?
The official language in Liechtenstein is German. In South Africa, the official languages are Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Southern Ndebele, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa and Zulu.
Compare further: South Africa vs. Liechtenstein
At a Glance
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| Population | 57,516,665 | 39,711 |
| Currency | South African Rand (ZAR) | Swiss Franc (CHF) |
| Languages | Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Southern Ndebele, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu | German |
| Driving side | Left | Right |
| Calling code | +27 | +423 |
| Time zones | 1 | 1 |
| Emergency number | 10111 | — |