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Current time in Liechtenstein
A single time zone at UTC+02:00. Currently observing daylight saving time.
Sunday, May 31, 2026
About Liechtenstein's time
A single time zone.
Liechtenstein has one timezone, Europe/Vaduz, which follows Central European Time (UTC+02:00), shifting between CET in winter and CEST in summer. It's synced with its neighbors and consistently observes DST.
Next clock change
2026 Sunday · clocks fall back
Clocks fall back by one hour · in 5 months.
Daylight saving schedule
Major cities
Cities of Liechtenstein.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Liechtenstein's time zone, daylight saving rules, and how to handle it in software. Can't find what you need? Email [email protected].
- What timezone is Liechtenstein in?
- Liechtenstein uses the Europe/Vaduz timezone, which is UTC+01:00 in winter (CET) and UTC+02:00 in summer (CEST).
- Does Liechtenstein observe daylight saving time?
- Yes, Liechtenstein observes daylight saving time, moving clocks forward one hour in spring and back one hour in autumn, following EU rules.
- Is Liechtenstein's timezone the same as Switzerland's?
- Yes, Liechtenstein uses the same timezone as Switzerland (Europe/Vaduz), so the time is always identical.
- What is the time difference between Liechtenstein and the US?
- During CET (winter), Liechtenstein is 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Standard Time (EST) and 9 hours ahead of US Pacific Standard Time (PST). During CEST (summer), add one more hour.
- How do I set my watch when traveling to Liechtenstein?
- Set your watch to Europe/Vaduz (CET/CEST) and follow standard DST changes. It's in sync with Central European Time.
- Is Liechtenstein on daylight saving year-round?
- No, Liechtenstein only uses daylight saving time during the summer months, switching back to standard time in autumn.
- Does Liechtenstein ever change its clocks?
- Yes, clocks are adjusted forward one hour in spring and back one hour in autumn, following EU regulations.
- Why does Liechtenstein use the same time as Switzerland?
- Liechtenstein adopted the same time as Switzerland for historical and practical reasons, aligning with its closest neighbor and economic partner.
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