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The standard of apartments in Liechtenstein is high. A typical apartment includes a fitted kitchen and washing machine. The gross rent consists of the net rent plus additional costs (heating, hot water, wastewater fees, electricity). It is common to require a deposit (maximum 3 months' rent). This must be deposited in a deposit account or similar before moving in and will be paid back to the tenants upon moving out. The aha tips for young people provide helpful information on apartment searches, contact points, and counseling services as well as answers regarding costs and subsidies.

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Apartment Rent

When you rent an apartment, it means you have to pay a certain amount every month. This is called rent.

Usually, a one-time deposit is required at the beginning. This is typically 3 months' rent. It is paid to cover any potential damages. Upon moving out, you get the deposit back unless you have caused damages to the apartment.

In addition to the rent, there are often operating costs and additional charges.

Having a household insurance is advisable.

Rent Contributions

Families and single parents with dependent children have a right to rent contributions. Families must be renting and have had their residence in Liechtenstein for at least one year. Application forms are available at the Office of Social Services and all municipal administrations.

Further information can be obtained from your municipality and the Office of Social Services.

Disposal

Waste in Liechtenstein is subject to fees. For this, waste, bulky items, etc. must be labeled with fee stickers. The fee stickers can be purchased in most grocery stores. Waste and green waste are collected once a week (see waste calendar). It is recommended to place green bins and waste bags at the curb the night before. For detailed information on waste disposal, you can find it on the homepage of each municipality. More information can be found at:

Waste Fees

Fee stickers can be purchased in most grocery stores. They are affixed to the waste bags or the materials to be disposed of.

Waste Calendar

When the waste will be collected in your municipality, you can find it here:

Plastic

With the SUPERSACK, household plastics can be recycled. The 'SUPERSACK' can be purchased at special distribution points, and the collected plastics can be dropped off at a collection point. Information about the drop-off points and recyclable plastics can be found here.

Special Waste

Twice a year (spring and autumn), a collection of reusable materials is organized. The respective date will be announced in due time.

Workshop - Collection Point for Reusable Materials

At your municipality, you can obtain a disposal pass. This allows many materials and resources to be disposed of at the municipality's workshop. Locations and opening hours can be found on your municipality's homepage.

Landfills

Certain types of waste (green waste, no fruit and vegetable waste) are stored in landfills. Details can be found on your municipality's homepage.

In Liechtenstein, tap water has excellent quality. This means that the water from the tap can be consumed in all buildings.

On the one hand, the drinking water consists of spring water. On the other hand, untreated groundwater is also used as drinking water.