Liechtenstein visa for Cape Verdean citizens

For Cape Verdean passport holders, direct entry into Liechtenstein is not currently an option, as only a single visa type—a transit visa—is available. This means travelers can only pass through the principality as part of a larger journey within the Schengen Area, often involving multiple flights to cover the significant distance of over 5,000 kilometers from West Africa to Central Europe. Given Liechtenstein's unique customs and currency union with Switzerland and its landlocked position, actual stays for Cape Verdean citizens are effectively restricted, requiring careful planning. Therefore, while traversing the continent, visitors from Cape Verde aiming for Liechtenstein must secure the necessary Schengen transit visa and anticipate routing through major European hubs like Zurich or Munich, as independent visits are not among the current visa offerings.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-13

Entry requirements

Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
Required

Visa options

TouristSchengen Visa (Short Stay C Visa – Tourism/Visit to Liechtenstein)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
BusinessSchengen Visa (Short Stay C Visa – Business Visit to Liechtenstein)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
FamilySchengen Visa (Short Stay C Visa – Family/Private Visit to Liechtenstein)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
TransitSchengen Visa (Short Stay C Visa – Transit Through Schengen Including Liechtenstein)
5d$98valid 6mo
Apply
MedicalSchengen Visa (Short Stay C Visa – Medical Treatment in Schengen Including Liechtenstein)
90d$98valid 6mo
Apply
StudentNational Visa (Long Stay D Visa – Study in Liechtenstein)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkNational Visa (Long Stay D Visa – Employment in Liechtenstein)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
FamilyNational Visa (Long Stay D Visa – Family Reunification in Liechtenstein)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit (Temporary Residence for Gainful Employment – EEA Citizens)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
WorkResidence Permit (Temporary Residence for Gainful Employment – Swiss Citizens)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherResidence Permit (Temporary Residence without Gainful Employment – EEA Citizens)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherResidence Permit (Temporary Residence without Gainful Employment – Swiss Citizens)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
HumanitarianHumanitarian Admission / Asylum (Protection in Liechtenstein)
Apply
OtherLong-Term Residence Permit (Permanent Residence in Liechtenstein)
multiple-entry
Apply
InvestorResidence by Investment / Golden Visa Program (Liechtenstein)
Digital NomadDigital Nomad / Remote Work Visa (Liechtenstein)
RetirementRetirement Visa / Senior Long-Stay Programme (Liechtenstein)
Working HolidayWorking Holiday / Youth Mobility Scheme (Liechtenstein)
OtherCountry-Specific Talent / Investor / Special Programmes (e.g. Global Talent, Gold Card)
TransitAirport Transit Visa (ATV)

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