ETIAS visa waiver for Liechtenstein from Canada

From 2026, Canadian citizens travelling to the small European nation of Liechtenstein will need to register with the European Travel Information and Authorisation System.

ETIAS is not a visa for Liechtenstein. Canadians will still be able to enter Europe without a visa but will require the new electronic permit.

ETIAS is a European visa waiver system that is being introduced to enhance security and public safety within the Schengen Area.

How can Canadians apply for ETIAS to visit Liechtenstein?

Canadian applicants also need to answer some safety-related questions. The information provided is cross-checked against Schengen security databases.

Most ETIAS Liechtenstein applications made from Canada will be approved quickly. The decision is communicated by email.

Documents required to apply for ETIAS Liechtenstein from Canada

Travellers need a Canadian passport valid for at least 3 months past the intended departure date from the Schengen Area to apply for ETIAS and visit Liechtenstein. The same passport must be used to apply for ETIAS and travel from Canada to Liechtenstein.

It will not be possible to transfer a valid ETIAS from one passport to another. Travellers need to reapply for ETIAS when their passport expires, even if 3 years have not passed.

The other Liechtenstein ETIAS visa waiver requirements are a debit or credit card and an email address.

Travelling to Liechtenstein from Canada with an ETIAS authorisation

Most applications for the ETIAS for Liechtenstein will be approved quickly. Successful applicants are notified by email and the travel authorisation is linked to the passport electronically.

ETIAS is verified when the passport is scanned at the Liechtenstein border. Once a Canadian has entered the Schengen Area they can travel between different Schengen states for up to 90 days.

The same ETIAS permit is valid for the entire border-free travel zone. The authorisation is valid for 3 years and multiple trips to Liechtenstein or Europe, or any Schengen Country member.

Basic information about Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein, a tiny nation nestled between Switzerland and Austria, is one of the smallest countries in Europe. It has a population of less than 40,000 and an area of roughly 62 square miles.

While Liechtenstein is not a member state of the European Union, it is a part of the Schengen Area, the European Economic Area, and the Council of Europe.

Liechtenstein travel information

Thanks to its Alpine location, Liechtenstein is a popular destination for winter sports, including skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding. In the summer months, the country offers beautiful nature reserves and other outdoor sights.

The capital city, Vaduz, also features a collection of art and history museums, the Cathedral of St. Florin, and the 12th century Vaduz Castle.

There are also a number of historic castles dotted around the rest of the country, including the famous Gutenberg Castle.

Health information for travellers to Liechtenstein

Health care in Liechtenstein, as in the majority of European nations, is of a very high standard. However, Canadians travelling to Liechtenstein are advised to ensure they have sufficient health or travel insurance to cover any medical costs they may incur during their trip, in order to avoid excessive medical fees.

When travelling to Liechtenstein, Canadians are advised to carry any prescription medications clearly labelled and in the original packaging.

The number to call for emergency services in Liechtenstein is 112.

When do Canadians need a visa to travel to Liechtenstein?

As explained above, Canadians do not need a visa when travelling to Liechtenstein for up to 90 days for tourist, business, or transit purposes. From 2026, ETIAS for Liechtenstein will be required.

Canadians do need a visa for Liechtenstein if any of the following applies:

Citizens of Canada who do need a visa for Liechtenstein should apply through the Liechtenstein embassy.

Canadian embassy and consulates in Liechtenstein

The Canadian embassy to Liechtenstein is a “non-resident embassy” and is not located within the territory of Liechtenstein but in the Swiss city of Bern.