Luxembourg is part of the EU’s Schengen Area, meaning visa requirements are largely similar across all 26 participating countries. If you’re from the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you can move to Luxembourg without needing a visa, thanks to the freedom of movement agreements. For non-EU nationals, visa requirements for Luxembourg are comparable to those of other Schengen Area countries like France or Spain. However, it’s important to note that you must enter the Schengen Area through the country that issued your visa. For example, if you have a visa from Lithuania, you cannot enter through Spain.
Luxembourg’s Schengen visa is valid not only in the country but also in other Schengen Area states, as well as in Croatia, Romania, Bulgaria, and Cyprus. However, it is not valid for travel to Ireland.
For students planning to study in Luxembourg, there are specific visa requirements. While they may vary slightly depending on your nationality, here are the general documents and steps you will need to follow to apply for a student visa:
- Apply for Temporary Residency through the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs
- Passport Photos
- Valid Passport
- Birth Certificate
- Confirmation of Admission to a recognized educational institution
- Health Insurance that covers your entire stay in Luxembourg
- Proof of Sufficient Financial Resources to support yourself while studying
- Clean Police Record from your home country
- Proof of Accommodation in Luxembourg
Be sure to check with the Luxembourg embassy or consulate in your home country for any additional requirements or variations in the application process.
After arriving in Luxembourg, you will need to register with the local commune and undergo a medical examination before you can receive your full student permit. This process typically takes about a month to complete.
Your student visa also allows you to work while studying in Luxembourg. During term time, you are permitted to work up to 15 hours per week, and during holidays, you can work full-time, up to 40 hours per week. Keep in mind that your income from working while studying will be taxed in the same way as that of a Luxembourger.
