Liechtenstein Visa RequirementsFor Tanzania passport holders
Tanzanian citizens need a Schengen visa to enter Liechtenstein. The visa fee is EUR 80 (approximately USD 87) and must be arranged before travel.
Tanzania passport holders require a visa to enter Liechtenstein.
Apply for a Schengen Type C visa at the Swiss Embassy in Dar es Salaam or another Schengen embassy covering Liechtenstein. A Schengen visa valid for Switzerland also covers entry to Liechtenstein. Required documents are the same as for any Schengen application: valid passport, travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), hotel bookings, return flight itinerary, bank statements, and proof of employment.
Liechtenstein is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Tanzania to Liechtenstein: What You Need to Know
Liechtenstein is a tiny principality between Switzerland and Austria, and a member of the Schengen Area. It does not have its own embassy network; Tanzanian travelers typically apply for a Schengen visa at the Swiss Embassy in Dar es Salaam or another Schengen embassy. Liechtenstein uses the Swiss franc and has an open border with Switzerland.
Practical Tips
There is no commercial airport in Liechtenstein; the nearest airports are Zurich (Switzerland) and Innsbruck (Austria). The Swiss franc (CHF) is the currency. German is the official language. Liechtenstein is extremely expensive. Vaduz is the capital with a castle overlooking the Rhine. The country is easy to cover in a day trip from Zurich or Innsbruck. Stamps in your passport are available from the national tourist office as a unique souvenir.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Tanzanian citizens need a visa for Liechtenstein?
Yes. Liechtenstein is a Schengen Area member and Tanzanian passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa. Since Liechtenstein does not have its own embassy network, the Swiss Embassy in Dar es Salaam handles applications.
Is a Swiss Schengen visa valid for Liechtenstein?
Yes. A Schengen visa issued for Switzerland is valid for entry to Liechtenstein. Liechtenstein has an open border with Switzerland and shares the same Schengen travel zone.
How big is Liechtenstein and how long does it take to visit?
Liechtenstein is one of the smallest countries in the world, covering just 160 square kilometers. The entire country can be explored in a single day. Most visitors arrive as a day trip from Zurich (about 1.5 hours by train) or from Innsbruck, Austria.
What is the currency in Liechtenstein?
Liechtenstein uses the Swiss franc (CHF), not the euro, despite sharing its borders with two euro-using neighbors. Cards and Swiss francs are accepted throughout the principality.