Visa Information
VISA TYPES
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
Tourism, Family, Friends Visa
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Overview
A Tourist visa is only intended to allow a foreign national to visit Luxembourg for a limited period of time (up to 90 days). This category of visa caters to people wishing to visit Luxembourg for touristic purposes either through buying a tour or through self-bookings of tickets and hotel.
Applicants will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.
Please note that applications can be lodged as early as, but no more than 6 months before the intended travel date, and no later than 15 calendar days before the start of the intended visit.
Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.
Schengen visa must be obtained from the Embassy/Consulate of the country where the main purpose of travel lies. Therefore, please check your travel plans before submitting your application. In case of travel to multiple Schengen countries, please make your application to the one where you will be staying for the maximum number of days. If the duration of stay is the same in more than one Schengen country during the first trip, you must submit your visa application at the Embassy/Consulate of your first point of entry.
Please book appointments well in advance depending on your intended date of travel to avoid any inconvenience. Applications cannot be submitted earlier than six (6) months before the travel date. Please refer to the processing time specific to this Mission.
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Visa Fees
SHORT TERM
FEE IN AED
All applicants not covered by a visa facilitation agreement
390 Children between 6-12 years (until the age of 12 years minus one day)
195 Family members of EU/EEA and Swiss citizens/
Children between 0-6 years (until the age of 6 years minus one day)Gratis
Nationals of Albania, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine, Belarus
151 VFS Service Fee
108.33 Please Note:
- Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
- The VISA Fee and VFS Service Fees are non-refundable in case the VISA is refused.
- All VFS Service Fee AED 108.33 is inclusive of VAT
- All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Cards
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Documents Required
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Schengen application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
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1 recent passport size photograph (size 35mm x 45mm) in color on white background. The photo should be pasted (not stapled) on the form.
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National passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of return and with at least 2 blank pages available + 1 copy of the data page of the passport and copies of previously Schengen visas.
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Residence permit valid for three months or UAE-ID-card for GCC citizens, valid for three months after the intended departure date from the territory of the Member States.
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Overseas medical travel insurance valid for all Schengen countries for the whole duration of your stay with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for all risks like accident, urgent medical attention, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation. For multiple entry visas, an additional declaration covering further journeys accordingly needs to be signed.
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Copy of flight ticket or flight reservation including return flight.
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Full travel itinerary.
Verifiable evidence of sufficient means of subsistence during the intended stay
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Proof of sufficient financial means to cover all expenses during your stay:
· Salary/Pension pay slips of the last 3 months.· For employees: original letter from employer stating the applicant’s employment status, position, length of contract and salary.
· For self-employed: valid original trade license.
· Status of personal bank account for the last 3 months in letter from your bank
· National form for proof of sponsorship (not older than 6 months) and/or accommodation.
· Valid international credit card accompanied by bank statements.
Proof of accommodation
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Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or proof of rental/ownership of real estate in the Member State of destination or confirmation of private accommodation, mentioning that the host will cover the accommodation costs).
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Invitation letter signed by the host covering the period of the intended stay.
Minors
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Minors under the age of 18 travelling without their parents/legal guardian have to provide an original authorisation signed by their parents/legal guardian in front of a visa officer or duly legalised and copy of passport(s) of parents/legal guardian.
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Photo Specifications
A Photograph submitted with the application for a visa should comply with the following specifications:
- Must be an up-to-date photograph (dated max 6 month old)
- Must be a color photograph printed on normal photographic paper
- Should be sized between 35 – 45 mm
- Full face taken straight forward 30 - 36 mm from point of the chin to top of hair
- Taken against a light background
- Without sunglasses
- Without hat or other head covering unless you wear this for religious reasons
- Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses
- The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes
- The mouth must be shut
- Applicants should clearly write their name and surname on the back of their photographs
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos
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Visa Application Form
Visa Application Form -
Processing Time
The Processing time is 2 to 3 weeks (from the date the application is received at the embassy)
Business or official delegation visa
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Overview
A Business visa is only intended to allow a foreign national to visit Luxembourg for a limited period of time (up to 90 days). This category of visa caters for people wishing to visit Luxembourg for business reasons but does not allow carrying out a professional activity.
Applicants will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.
Please note that applications can be lodged as early as, but no more than 6 months before the intended travel date, and no later than 15 calendar days before the start of the intended visit.
Please click on each of the above tab for detailed information.
Schengen visa must be obtained from the Embassy/Consulate of the country where the main purpose of travel lies. Therefore, please check your travel plans before submitting your application. In case of travel to multiple Schengen countries, please make your application to the one where you will be staying for the maximum number of days. If the duration of stay is the same in more than one Schengen country during the first trip, you must submit your visa application at the Embassy/Consulate of your first point of entry.
Please book appointments well in advance depending on your intended date of travel to avoid any inconvenience. Applications cannot be submitted earlier than six (6) months before the travel date. Please refer to the processing time specific to this Mission.
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Visa Fees
SHORT TERM
FEE IN AED
All applicants not covered by a visa facilitation agreement
390 Children between 6-12 years (until the age of 12 years minus one day)
195 Family members of EU/EEA and Swiss citizens/
Children between 0-6 years (until the age of 6 years minus one day)Gratis
Nationals of Albania, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine, Belarus
151 VFS Service Fee
108.33 Please Note:
- Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
- The VISA Fee and VFS Service Fees are non-refundable in case the VISA is refused.
- All VFS Service Fee AED 108.33 is inclusive of VAT
- All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Cards
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Documents Required
Schengen application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
1 recent passport size photograph (size 35mm x 45mm) in color on white background. The photo should be pasted (not stapled) on the form.
National passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of return and with at least 2 blank pages available + 1 copy of the data page of the passport and copies of previously Schengen visas.
Residence permit valid for three months or UAE-ID-card for GCC citizens, valid for three months after the intended departure date from the territory of the Member States.
Overseas medical travel insurance valid for all Schengen countries for the whole duration of your stay with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for all risks like accident, urgent medical attention, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation. For multiple entry visas, an additional declaration covering further journeys accordingly needs to be signed.
Copy of flight ticket or flight reservation including return flight.
Verifiable evidence of sufficient means of subsistence during the intended stay
Proof of sufficient financial means to cover all expenses during your stay:
· Salary/Pension pay slips of the last 3 months.· For employees: original letter from employer stating the applicant’s employment status, position, length of contract and salary.
· For self-employed: valid original trade license.
· Status of personal bank account for the last 3 months in letter from your bank or national form for proof of sponsorship (not older than 6 months) and/or accommodation.
· Valid international credit card accompanied by bank statements.
Proof of accommodation
Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or proof of rental/ownership of real estate in the Member State of destination or confirmation of private accommodation, mentioning that the host will cover the accommodation costs).
Invitation letter signed by the host covering the period of the intended stay and/or confirmation of accommodation by the company /authority inviting the applicant, mentioning that the company will cover the accommodation costs.
Official documents
Invitation letter from a company/authority in Luxembourg to attend a meeting, conference or event or other documents, showing the existence of trade relations or relations for work purposes (e.g. confirmed registrations for trade fairs or congresses). OR Letter issued by authorities confirming identity of the applicant(s), purpose of the journey (meetings, consultations, negotiations or events held by intergovernmental organizations), period of intended stay and accommodation details.
Checklist Data Protection Harmonised Document list -
Photo Specifications
A Photograph submitted with the application for a visa should comply with the following specifications:
- Must be an up-to-date photograph (dated max 6 month old)
- Must be a color photograph printed on normal photographic paper
- Should be sized between 35 – 45 mm
- Full face taken straight forward 30 - 36 mm from point of the chin to top of hair
- Taken against a light background
- Without sunglasses
- Without hat or other head covering unless you wear this for religious reasons
- Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses
- The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes
- The mouth must be shut
- Applicants should clearly write their name and surname on the back of their photographs
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos
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Visa Application Form
Visa Application Form -
Processing Time
The Processing time is 2 to 3 weeks (from the date the application is received at the embassy)
Work Permit
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Overview
If you wish to reside in the territory of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg for an extended period of time (more than 90 days), you need to apply for a long-term visa and an authorization to stay. For more details, kindly check the information regarding the long-term visa and the respective authorization to stay on the following website:
https://guichet.public.lu/en/citoyens/immigration/plus-3-mois.html -
Visa Fees
LONG TERM
FEE IN AED
All applicants
AED 250 Children between 6-12 years (until the age of 12 years minus one day)
AED 180 Children between 0-6 years (until the age of 6 years minus one day)
Gratis
Please Note:
- The applicable VISA Fee in dirhams is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change every month end.
- The VISA Fee and VFS Service Fees are non-refundable in case the VISA is refused.
- All VFS Service Charges are inclusive VAT
- Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of EURO 25.
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Documents Required
Applicants who already have the original authorization to stay and/or letter issued by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Luxembourg must present the following documents: Individuals travelling under the Work/Employment category (D type) must fill their actual or previous employer details in the application form.
Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
One set of Documents (original) required.
One recent passport size photograph in color on white background. Please click here
National passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel to Luxembourg and with at least 2 blank pages available + 1 copy of the data page of the passport.
*Authorization to stay (original) and/or letter issued by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Luxembourg (Mandatory).
Overseas medical travel insurance valid for all Schengen countries for a minimum duration of 3 months and a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for all risks like accident, urgent medical attention, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation.
*In order to get your authorization to stay, please visit the website
https://guichet.public.lu/fr/citoyens/immigration/plus-3-mois.htmlChecklist
Important notice:
All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list. You may be required to provide additional documents and/or to appear for a personal interview at the Embassy of Luxembourg.
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Photo Specifications
A Photograph submitted with the application for a visa should comply with the following specifications:
- Must be an up-to-date photograph (dated max 6 month old)
- Must be a color photograph printed on normal photographic paper
- Should be sized between 35 – 45 mm
- Full face taken straight forward 30 - 36 mm from point of the chin to top of hair
- Taken against a light background
- Without sunglasses
- Without hat or other head covering unless you wear this for religious reasons
- Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses
- The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes
- The mouth must be shut
- Applicants should clearly write their name and surname on the back of their photographs
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos
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Visa Application Form
Visa Application Form
Resident Permit in the case of a family reunification
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Overview
If you wish to reside in the territory of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg for an extended period of time (more than 90 days), you need to apply for a long-term visa and an authorization to stay. For more details, kindly check the information regarding the long-term visa and the respective authorization to stay on the following website:
https://guichet.public.lu/en/citoyens/immigration/plus-3-mois.html -
Visa Fees
LONG TERM
FEE IN AED
All applicants
AED 250 Children between 6-12 years (until the age of 12 years minus one day)
AED 180 Children between 0-6 years (until the age of 6 years minus one day)
Gratis
Please Note:
- The applicable VISA Fee in dirhams is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change every month end.
- The VISA Fee and VFS Service Fees are non-refundable in case the VISA is refused.
- All VFS Service Charges are inclusive VAT
- Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of EURO 25.
-
Documents Required
Applicants who already have the original authorization to stay and/or letter issued by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Luxembourg must present the following documents: Individuals travelling under the Work/Employment category (D type) must fill their actual or previous employer details in the application form.
Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
One set of Documents (original) required.
One recent passport size photograph in color on white background. Please click here
National passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel to Luxembourg and with at least 2 blank pages available + 1 copy of the data page of the passport.
*Authorization to stay (original) and/or letter issued by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Luxembourg (Mandatory).
Overseas medical travel insurance valid for all Schengen countries for a minimum duration of 3 months and a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for all risks like accident, urgent medical attention, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation.
*In order to get your authorization to stay, please visit the website
https://guichet.public.lu/fr/citoyens/immigration/plus-3-mois.htmlChecklist
Important notice:
All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list. You may be required to provide additional documents and/or to appear for a personal interview at the Embassy of Luxembourg.
-
Photo Specifications
A Photograph submitted with the application for a visa should comply with the following specifications:
- Must be an up-to-date photograph (dated max 6 month old)
- Must be a color photograph printed on normal photographic paper
- Should be sized between 35 – 45 mm
- Full face taken straight forward 30 - 36 mm from point of the chin to top of hair
- Taken against a light background
- Without sunglasses
- Without hat or other head covering unless you wear this for religious reasons
- Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses
- The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes
- The mouth must be shut
- Applicants should clearly write their name and surname on the back of their photographs
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos
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Visa Application Form
Visa Application Form
Student Permit
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Overview
If you wish to reside in the territory of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg for an extended period of time (more than 90 days), you need to apply for a long-term visa and an authorization to stay. For more details, kindly check the information regarding the long-term visa and the respective authorization to stay on the following website:
https://guichet.public.lu/en/citoyens/immigration/plus-3-mois.html -
Visa Fees
LONG TERM
FEE IN AED
All applicants
AED 250 Children between 6-12 years (until the age of 12 years minus one day)
AED 180 Children between 0-6 years (until the age of 6 years minus one day)
Gratis
Please Note:
- The applicable VISA Fee in dirhams is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change every month end.
- The VISA Fee and VFS Service Fees are non-refundable in case the VISA is refused.
- All VFS Service Charges are inclusive VAT
- Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of EURO 25.
-
Documents Required
Applicants who already have the original authorization to stay and/or letter issued by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Luxembourg must present the following documents: Individuals travelling under the Work/Employment category (D type) must fill their actual or previous employer details in the application form.
Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
One set of Documents (original) required.
One recent passport size photograph in color on white background. Please click here
National passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel to Luxembourg and with at least 2 blank pages available + 1 copy of the data page of the passport.
*Authorization to stay (original) and/or letter issued by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Luxembourg (Mandatory).
Overseas medical travel insurance valid for all Schengen countries for a minimum duration of 3 months and a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for all risks like accident, urgent medical attention, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation.
*In order to get your authorization to stay, please visit the website
https://guichet.public.lu/fr/citoyens/immigration/plus-3-mois.htmlChecklist
Important notice:
All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list. You may be required to provide additional documents and/or to appear for a personal interview at the Embassy of Luxembourg.
-
Photo Specifications
A Photograph submitted with the application for a visa should comply with the following specifications:
- Must be an up-to-date photograph (dated max 6 month old)
- Must be a color photograph printed on normal photographic paper
- Should be sized between 35 – 45 mm
- Full face taken straight forward 30 - 36 mm from point of the chin to top of hair
- Taken against a light background
- Without sunglasses
- Without hat or other head covering unless you wear this for religious reasons
- Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses
- The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes
- The mouth must be shut
- Applicants should clearly write their name and surname on the back of their photographs
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos
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Visa Application Form
Visa Application Form