Luxembourg Schengen Visa: Requirements & application

All you need to know about the Luxembourg Schengen Visa

Last updated: April 2024

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The Luxembourg Schengen Visa is your ticket to not only Luxembourg but also the diverse cultures across all Schengen countries.

Find out all you need to know below.

What is the Luxembourg Schengen Visa?

The Luxembourg Schengen Visa is your gateway to effortless travel across Europe, granting you access to all Schengen member countries with a single visa.

These countries include:

Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Iceland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Remember, for your Schengen Visa application to be successful, Luxembourg should either be your primary entry point into the Schengen Zone or the nation where you plan to spend the majority of your trip.

What can I do with the Luxembourg Schengen Visa?

With this visa, you can:

• Explore the Schengen Area and Luxembourg as a tourist
• Go on a business trip
• Visit friends and family
• Take part in short-term studies and professional training
• Transit through the Schengen area

What can I not do with the Luxembourg Schengen Visa?

Keep in mind that you can’t:

• Reside in the country or the Schengen Zone
• Work and study
• Establish a business
• Engage in trade

Who requires the Luxembourg Schengen Visa?

The majority of travelers from outside the EU and Schengen Zone must apply for Luxembourg Schengen Visas, which may include a pre-departure interview.

Do minors need the Luxembourg Schengen Visa?

Yes, children and minors from eligible countries must also apply for a Luxembourg Visa.

Parents or legal guardians must sign the application form and include the minor's birth certificate during the application process.

Who is visa-exempt for Luxembourg?

Travel to and within the Schengen Zone is visa-free for residents of any Schengen or European countries.

Additionally, nationals from the following countries can visit Luxembourg without a visa, according to the Schengen rules:

• United States
• United Kingdom
• Australia
• New Zealand
• Canada

How long is the Luxembourg Schengen Visa valid?

The highlight of the short-stay Schengen Visa is its flexibility.

With this single visa, you can travel between the Schengen countries as often as you wish, provided your total stay is not longer than 90 days within 180 days**.

Can I extend my Luxembourg Schengen Visa?

Extending a Luxembourg Schengen Visa is not easy. Approvals are rare and require strong justification and supporting documentation, for example, in a medical emergency.

To find out if you can extend your Luxembourg Schengen Visa, check the Luxembourg government website. Make sure to apply for an extension before your visa expires.

Luxembourg Schengen Visa: Required documents

Generally, the required documents include:

• Schengen Visa application form

• Two color photos, taken in the last 6 months, glued to your application form

• Valid passport: With at least 6 months validity after arrival and 2 blank pages for visa stickers and entry stamps

• Travel itinerary: Including a copy of your return or onward flight ticket

• Proof of accommodation: A hotel booking or an invitation letter from relatives in Luxembourg

• Proof of enough funds: Bank statements or salary slips showing that you have the necessary funds to pay for your entire trip in the Schengen Zone

• Biometric info: In case you have not registered your fingerprints in the previous 59 months, you’ll need to provide your biometric data during your visa appointment

• Medical/travel insurance: It must cover a minimum of €30,000 for emergency medical treatment and repatriation in the entire Schengen Zone

• Additional documentation for children: When you’re applying on behalf of your child or a minor, their birth certificates and parental consent must be submitted too

How to apply for the Luxembourg Schengen Visa

Apply at the Luxembourg Embassy or Consulate in your home country.

Submit the required documents during the mandatory visa appointment, attend the interview, and await approval!

The visa will be placed in your passport. You must show this upon arrival in Luxembourg.

Luxembourg Schengen Visa application costs and processing time

The government visa fee is €80 (about US$85.00) - half-price for children between the ages of 6 and 12 and free for kids under 6 years old.

The government processing can take up to 45 days, so consider this when planning your trip.

Do I need the Luxembourg Schengen Visa to transit through the country?

Citizens of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Cuba, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, and Sri Lanka will need a Transit Visa.

Please contact your local embassy or airline for current Luxembourg Airport Transit Visa requirements.

Where can I learn more about the Luxembourg Schengen Visa?

Need more info about the Luxembourg Schengen Visa or a visa for another country? Contact our customer support team or you can contact us on WhatsApp. We are happy to help!