Liechtenstein Country Report

Liechtenstein is a landlocked microstate in central Europe. Liechtenstein is bordered by Switzerland and Austria. It is a constitutional monarchy headed by the Prince of Liechtenstein. The country maintains a strict policy of neutrality. Liechtenstein does not face any serious security risk. Freezing weather and snow storms may result in periodic travel disruptions during winter time. The local infrastructure is well maintained and does not generate any safety concern.

The vast majority of travel and operations in Liechtenstein are carried out safely. The country does not face any security concern.

Liechtenstein does not have an airport and as such all travel must be conducted via neighboring countries.

Vehicular travel within the country does not generate any safety concern.

Liechtenstein has no seaports.

Access to utilities are good.

The country is considered both an unlikely sponsor of and unlikely target for cyber attacks.

Cold winters and periodic rain and snow storms are the main environmental concerns in Liechtenstein.

Liechtenstein has well-maintained medical facilities. Access to pharmacies outside of Vaduz may be limited. For serious medical emergencies, evacuation to Switzerland or Austria may be required. Drinking water is generally safe unless otherwise specified.

Liechtenstein is a unitary multi-party parliamentary semi-constitutional monarchy. The monarch is the head of state and the Prime Minister is the head of government. The Prime Minister and his ministers form the government and exercise executive power. The unicameral parliament, or the Landtag of Liechtenstein, exercises legislative power. The Prince of Liechtenstein retains certain important executive and legislative power, including a veto power. General elections take place once every four years. The judiciary is independent of the executive and the legislature.

Coalitions featuring a cross-section of political parties are typically required to form the government. Government collapses are rare. State institutions are competent and effective and provide reliable services across the country.