The ETIAS Liechtenstein visa for U.S. citizens
Citizens of the United States will be required to present an ETIAS visa when travelling to Liechtenstein. It will be possible to apply for and obtain the ETIAS permit online, by filling out the ETIAS application form online and receiving your ETIAS via e-mail when the application is approved. This ETIAS permit will allow U.S. citizens to enter Liechtenstein for work, tourism, transit, or medical reasons, as long as the duration of the trip is under 90 days, and it will be valid for multiple trips made via air, sea, or land. In addition, people between 18 and 70 years of age will be able to apply for ETIAS free of charge.
What is ETIAS Liechtenstein?
ETIAS permit will come into force in November 2023, as part of a program of the European Commission aimed at strengthening European borders and keeping a digital track on all people entering Schengen Area. This program was already approved in 2016, following the terrorist attacks that affected some European countries.
How does ETIAS Liechtenstein permit work for U.S. citizens
Starting from 2023 American citizens must be in possession of an ETIAS visa before embarking on a trip to Liechtenstein. But if the trip has other reasons than those provided for ETIAS, or it will be longer than 90 days, they will have to obtain a Schengen visa, at the embassy or consulate of Liechtenstein, respecting the timing and requirements for the visa they are applying for.
ETIAS Liechtenstein destinations for Americans
From 2023 ETIAS visa will come into force for Americans to travel to the following countries:
- Andorra
- Austria
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
At the moment, Americans are not required to have ETIAS permit to enter Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Ireland, and Romania, since these countries are currently not part of the Schengen Area. However, this may change in the future, so please keep updated with the permit requirements.
ETIAS Liechtenstein requirements for U.S. citizens and how to apply
In order to apply for the ETIAS visa, you have to be a U.S. citizen and hold a valid electronic passport issued by the United States of America. If you are not entitled to an American passport, you will have to apply for a full visitor Schengen permit. ETIAS permit application can be completed online, entering all required information by following the required steps, and making sure all the data is entered correctly.
How much does ETIAS Liechtenstein visa cost for U.S. citizens
The ETIAS application for Americans has a cost of 7 euros for all citizens with an age between 18 and 70 years, which has to be paid at the end of the online application process, using a credit or debit card. Citizens under 18 and over 70 years of age are entitled to apply for ETIAS permit free of charge.
About Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein, officially the Principality of Liechtenstein, is a double landlocked country in Central Europe. Located in the Upper Rhine Valley. Liechtenstein is bordered by Austria and Switzerland.
With an area of just over 160 sq. km it is the sixth smallest independent nation in the world and the smallest country to border two countries.
Liechtenstein has a population of 37,877, and the official language is German.
The major religion is Roman Catholicism, and the currency is the Swiss franc (CHF).
The principality is a constitutional monarchy headed by the Prince of Liechtenstein.
Measuring 12 kilometers in width and 25 kilometers long, Liechtenstein does not have an International airport; international visitors fly into nearby Switzerland. Access from neighboring Switzerland or Austria is by bus.
As an Alpine country, Liechtenstein is mainly mountainous. Skiing and snowboarding are popular winter sports at the country’s single ski area, Malbun.
Other popular activities are hiking and mountain and road biking.
Economically, Liechtenstein has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the world at 1.5%. It also has the highest gross domestic products per person in the world, when adjusted for purchasing power parity.
In the past, Liechtenstein was known as a billionaire tax haven, but the days of bringing large sums of money into the banks for deposits with no questions asked are over. The country is no longer listed as an uncooperative tax haven country.
About Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein, officially the Principality of Liechtenstein, is a double landlocked country in Central Europe. Located in the Upper Rhine Valley. Liechtenstein is bordered by Austria and Switzerland.
With an area of just over 160 sq. km it is the sixth smallest independent nation in the world and the smallest country to border two countries.
Liechtenstein has a population of 37,877, and the official language is German.
The major religion is Roman Catholicism, and the currency is the Swiss franc (CHF).
The principality is a constitutional monarchy headed by the Prince of Liechtenstein.
Measuring 12 kilometers in width and 25 kilometers long, Liechtenstein does not have an International airport; international visitors fly into nearby Switzerland. Access from neighboring Switzerland or Austria is by bus.
As an Alpine country, Liechtenstein is mainly mountainous. Skiing and snowboarding are popular winter sports at the country’s single ski area, Malbun.
Other popular activities are hiking and mountain and road biking.
Economically, Liechtenstein has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the world at 1.5%. It also has the highest gross domestic products per person in the world, when adjusted for purchasing power parity.
In the past, Liechtenstein was known as a billionaire tax haven, but the days of bringing large sums of money into the banks for deposits with no questions asked are over. The country is no longer listed as an uncooperative tax haven country.
Liechtenstein at a glance
Capital: Vaduz
Timezone: UTC/GMT +1 hour
Languages: German 94.5%, Italian 1.1%, Other 4.3%
Area: 160 KM2
Currency: Franc (CHF)
Population: 35,000
Calling Code: +423
Travel in Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein is a beautiful Alpine country nestled between Austrian and Switzerland. It is a country with one of the world’s lowest crime rates.
Theatre and music are important cultural practices. The International Josef Gabriel Rheinberger Society, annual Guitar Days and the Liechtenstein Musical Company are all notable music organizations.
The largest museum is the Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein, which is an international museum of contemporary and modern art. It houses an important international art collection.
The museum collection is also the national art collection.
Liechtenstein National Museum is the second most important museum. Permanent exhibitions are housed here, showing the cultural and natural history of Liechtenstein. Special exhibitions are also housed here.
Other museums are the Stamp Museum, Ski Museum and a Rural Lifestyle Museum that is five hundred years old.
You can also get an entry stamp of Liechtenstein in your passport at the tourist center, but it may nullify your passport, so perhaps best to get something else stamped.
The Liechtenstein State Library has the legal deposit for all books published in Liechtenstein.
Liechtenstein is a quirky, mostly German-speaking little country whose strongest ties are with Switzerland. It makes the majority of its money by providing banking facilities.
The US and Liechtenstein
U.S.A. and Liechtenstein enjoy good relations; these relations are based on a common support for democracy and close commercial interactions.
The U.S. does not have an embassy in Liechtenstein; instead, the U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland also serves Liechtenstein.
Liechtenstein and Switzerland share open borders between the two countries and represent one mutual economic area. They are both European Free Trade Area countries which are significant markets for U.S. investors and exporters.
The U.S. and Liechtenstein both belong to the following organizations
- The United Nations
- Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe
- World Trade Organization
The nearest International airport is Zurich airport, in neighboring Switzerland. There are a large number of flights to and from Switzerland, including direct flights to and from North America.
Liechtenstein does not have a military body. The people are very proud of the fact that their nation hasn’t ever been involved in a military confrontation or battle with an enemy state. The Liechtenstein flag is seen by its people as a banner of peace.
Liechtenstein may be one of the smallest countries in the world, but there is a surprising amount to do there. Visitors from the U.S. will find that many of the retail and service staff speak English.
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List of US diplomatic offices in Liechtenstein
The Embassy of USA in Bern, Switzerland
Address: Sulgeneckstrasse 19 CH-3007 Bern, Switzerland
Phone: 031 357 70 11
Fax: 031 357 73 20
Email: BernACS@state.gov
The Embassy of Liechtenstein in Washington, USA
Address: 2900 K Street, NW Suite 602-B Washington, DC 20007
Phone: 202-331-0590
Fax: 202-331-3221
Email: info@embassyli.org
Consulate of Liechtenstein in Chicago, USA
Address: 70 West Madison Street, Suite 3100 Chicago, IL 60602 United States
Phone: (+1) (312) 807-4251
Fax: (+1) (312) 827-7079
Email: liconsulatechicago@gmail.com
Consulate of Liechtenstein in Los Angeles, USA
Address: 400, South Rossmore Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90020 United States
Phone: (+1) (323) 317-9885
Fax: (+1) (323) 315-7174
Email: liechconsul@aol.com
Consulate of Liechtenstein in Portland, USA
Address: 2846 NW Fairfax Terrace Portland, OR 97210 United States
Phone: (+1) (503) 248-4000
Email: mjthompson@tdaportland.com