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Visa in Luxembourg

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Key Takeaways

minimum proof of funds required: €1,400 - 1,700 per month (80% of social inclusion income) plus tuition fees
residence permit fee: €80 application fee for the residence permit
work hours allowed: Up to 15 hours per week during term; up to 40 hours per week during holidays; first two semesters of Bachelor's students cannot work
residence permit validity: Typically issued for 1 year and renewable
arrival and registration deadlines: Register with the local commune within 3 days; apply for the residence permit within 3 months of arrival

Who Needs a Visa

Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals generally need a long-stay visa (where applicable) and a residence permit to study in Luxembourg. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens do not need a visa but must register their residence if required.

Overview of Key Requirements

Proof of admission from a recognised higher education institution in Luxembourg.
Financial proof showing at least €1,400 - 1,700 per month plus tuition fees.
Valid health insurance covering your entire stay.
Criminal record extract, if required.
Proof of accommodation on arrival.
Medical check required before full student permit issuance.
Residence permit application fee: €80.

Step-by-step Application Process

Front-load: start your application before you enter Luxembourg.

Receive an admission letter from a recognized Luxembourg institution.
Apply for a Temporary Authorization to Stay (AST) before traveling to Luxembourg. If required for your nationality, you must then apply for a long-stay (Type D) visa before entering the country. AST is required for study periods longer than three months. Processing may take several months, and deadlines vary by semester.
Submit your visa / AST application before entering Luxembourg. Applications submitted from within Luxembourg are inadmissible.
Obtain a visa decision and travel to Luxembourg.
Register with the local commune within three days of arrival.
Apply for the residence permit within three months of arrival.
Complete the required medical check to receive the full student permit.
Renew the residence permit as needed; permits are typically issued for one year and are renewable for the study duration.

Documents You Must Provide

Prepare original documents and copies. Expect official translations if not in an accepted language.

Valid passport and copies of all relevant pages.
Proof of admission from the recognised higher education institution.
Proof of financial means showing at least €860.80 per month and evidence of payment of tuition fees or funding.
Health insurance certificate covering the full stay.
Criminal record, if required.
Proof of accommodation for arrival (e.g., rental contract or student housing confirmation).
Passport-sized photos as required by the embassy or immigration office.
Any embassy-specific forms or declarations requested during application.

Financial Proof and Fees

Minimum maintenance requirement: €1,400 - 1,700 per month (this is 80% of the social inclusion income).
Tuition fees must be shown separately, by invoice or scholarship letter.
Residence permit application fee: €80.
Prepare bank statements, scholarship letters, sponsor letters, or evidence of sufficient financial resources to match the minimum and tuition costs.

Work Rules While Studying

During term time, you may work up to 15 hours per week.
During official holidays, you may work up to 40 hours per week.
Bachelor's students are generally not permitted to work during their first two semesters.
Confirm employer obligations and any permit requirements before starting paid work.

Residence Permit, Registration and Validity

Register with your local commune within three days of arrival.
Apply for the residence permit within three months of arrival.
Residence permits are typically issued for one year and renewable for the length of your studies if needed.
A medical check is required before the full student permit is issued.

Accommodation and Health Insurance

Provide proof of accommodation when you arrive in Luxembourg.
The University of Luxembourg manages student housing; applications open after you receive a student ID.
Health insurance is mandatory for the entire stay and must be in place at entry and maintained while you study.
Keep insurance documents accessible for immigration checks and permit issuance.

Post-study Stay Options for Third-country Nationals

After graduation, eligible third-country nationals may apply to remain in Luxembourg to look for work or start a business, subject to the conditions set by Luxembourg's immigration authorities.
Specific conditions and durations depend on immigration rules for third-country nationals and are applied by authorities.

FAQs

You must show at least €1,400 - 1,700 per month, which is 80% of the social inclusion income, plus proof of tuition fee coverage. Use bank statements, scholarship letters, or sponsor declarations to document the funds.

Residence permits are typically issued for one year and are renewable. If your study program is shorter than one year, the permit is valid for the study period.

You must register with the local commune within three days of arrival and apply for the residence permit within three months of arrival. A medical check is required before the full permit is issued.

Yes. You may work up to 15 hours per week during term time and up to 40 hours per week during official holidays. Bachelor’s students in their first two semesters are not permitted to work.

The residence permit application fee is €80. Other embassy or visa fees may apply depending on your country of origin.