Visa Information

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.

Visa Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees 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 of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
• Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of INR 1958/-.
• Courier Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Courier Assurance charges at INR 1200/- per application.
• SMS Facility available at INR 400/- per application.
• Premium Lounge Facility available at INR 3600/- per application.
• Prime Time Collection Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Prime Time Submission facility available at INR 3500/- per application.
• All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 9900/- per person.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 7500/- for (2 to 10) per person.

Documents Required

1. Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
2. 1 recent passport size photograph in colour on white background. The photo should be pasted (not stapled) on the form.
3. Copies of Schengen visas obtained during the last 5 years, if applicable.
4. 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.
5. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking).
6. Complete travel program including itinerary, dates and places to be visited.
7. Proof of the means of transport (reservation or booking; presentation of a paid ticket is not required). Including intra-Schengen connecting flight/train/bus ticket to Luxembourg. If connecting travel by car, please mention it.
8. Covering letter on a business letterhead (original) from your employer/company/school stating your position, the length of your service and the confirmation that the adequate leave/vacation has been granted.

9. Proof of sufficient financial means to cover all expenses during your stay:

   • Salary/Pension slips of the last 3 months.
   • Employment contract or excerpt from the company register or similar document
   • Status of personal bank account for the last 3 months in letter from your bank, including the name and signature of the bank branch manager (original).
   • Letter from your bank (original) stating credit limit on your credit card.
   • Income Tax return for at least 2 years (Proof of paid income tax).
10. 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.
11. Please click here for Travel Medical Insurance companies list.
12. Minors under the age of 18 if traveling alone have to provide a written consent certified by public notary of both parents or guardians having the custody of the minor. If traveling with one parent only, a written consent certified by public notary of the other parent or guardian is required. Copy of identification documents of the parent(s) having custody, bearing their signature.

Checklist

Data Protection

Harmonised Document list

Important notice:

Specific category (Film Crews, medical treatment), please refer to the Harmonised list since specific documents are required.

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.

All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.

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 white 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
• The photo fixed on form needs to be less than 6 months old and non-edited and no-filter used.

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. For further information on photo specifications, please click here

Visa Application Form

Visa Application Form

Processing Time

As a rule, the processing time of an admissible Schengen visa application should not exceed 15 calendar days (from the date the application is received at the Embassy).

If the checklist is incomplete, the application will be on hold until all the necessary documents are received by the Embassy. If further checks or additional documents are required, the processing time may increase up to 45 calendar days.

The transit time from the VFS Center to the Embassy and back to the applicant varies between 1 and 4 days one way, depending on the location.

The Embassy is not asking for confirmed air tickets. The Embassy recommends applicants to apply at least 4 weeks before their intended travel date (6 weeks during peak season from March to June).

If the application is received less than 15 calendar days before the intended travel date, the Embassy can deem your application inadmissible. If so, your visa application will not be processed by the Embassy and the application will be sent back to VFS along with the passport.

Overview

A Visit Family or Friends 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 family or friends.

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.

Visa Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees 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 of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
• Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of INR 1958/-.
• Courier Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Courier Assurance charges at INR 1200/- per application.
• SMS Facility available at INR 400/- per application.
• Premium Lounge Facility available at INR 3600/- per application.
• Prime Time Collection Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Prime Time Submission facility available at INR 3500/- per application.
• All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 9900/- per person.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 7500/- for (2 to 10) per person.

Documents Required

1. Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
2. 1 recent passport size photograph in color on white background. The photo should be pasted (not stapled) on the form.
3. Copies of Schengen visas obtained during the last 5 years, if applicable.”
4. 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.
5. Proof of sponsorship (2 sheets: letter + form). The original (certified true copy) of the formal obligation (prise en charge) duly filled and signed by the sponsor and signed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Luxembourg is mandatory.
6. Proof of the means of transport (reservation or booking; presentation of a paid ticket is not required). Including intra-Schengen connecting flight/train/bus ticket to Luxembourg. If connecting travel by car, please mention it.
7. Income Tax Return statements for the last 2 years (proof of paid income tax).
8. Proof of family relationship with the host.
9. Covering letter on a business letterhead (original) from your employer/company/school stating your position, the length of your service and the confirmation that the adequate leave/vacation has been granted.
10. 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 For further information on approved Indian Travel Insurance Companies for Schengen visa procedure, please click here to see the approved list of companies.accordingly needs to be signed.
11. Minors under the age of 18 if traveling alone have to provide a written consent certified by public notary of both parents or guardians having the custody of the minor. If traveling with one parent only, a written consent certified by public notary of the other parent or guardian is required. Copy of identification documents of the parent(s) having custody, bearing their signature.

Checklist

Data Protection

Harmonised Document list

Important notice:

Specific category (Film Crews, medical treatment), please refer to the Harmonised list since specific documents are required.

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.

All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.

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 white 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
• The photo fixed on form needs to be less than 6 months old and non-edited and no-filter used.

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. For further information on photo specifications, please click here

Visa Application Form

Visa Application Form

Processing Time

As a rule, the processing time of an admissible Schengen visa application should not exceed 15 calendar days (from the date the application is received at the Embassy).

If the checklist is incomplete, the application will be on hold until all the necessary documents are received by the Embassy. If further checks or additional documents are required, the processing time may increase up to 45 calendar days.

The transit time from the VFS Center to the Embassy and back to the applicant varies between 1 and 4 days one way, depending on the location.

The Embassy is not asking for confirmed air tickets. The Embassy recommends applicants to apply at least 4 weeks before their intended travel date (6 weeks during peak season from March to June).

If the application is received less than 15 calendar days before the intended travel date, the Embassy can deem your application inadmissible. If so, your visa application will not be processed by the Embassy and the application will be sent back to VFS along with the passport.

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.

Visa Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees 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 of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
• Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of INR 1958/-.
• Courier Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Courier Assurance charges at INR 1200/- per application.
• SMS Facility available at INR 400/- per application.
• Premium Lounge Facility available at INR 3600/- per application.
• Prime Time Collection Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Prime Time Submission facility available at INR 3500/- per application.
• All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 9900/- per person.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 7500/- for (2 to 10) per person.

Documents Required

Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased,Click here

1. Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
2. 1 recent passport size photograph in color on white background. The photo should be pasted (not stapled) on the form.
3. Copies of Schengen visas obtained during the last 5 years, if applicable.
4. 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.
5. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking).
6. Proof of the means of transport (reservation or booking; presentation of a paid ticket is not required). Including intra-Schengen connecting flight/train/bus ticket to Luxembourg. If connecting travel by car, please mention it.
7. Invitation letter from the inviting company in Luxembourg on company paper stating the purpose of the visit (including the complete business program with planned visits and/or meetings to attend), dates of travel, name, date of birth & passport number of the person invited and informing who covers the travel and/or accommodation expenses.
8. Covering letter on a business letterhead (original) from your employer stating your position, the length of your service, and the same as above. For self-employed people: excerpt from the company register or similar document.

9. Proof of sufficient financial means to cover all expenses during your stay:

   1. Company bank statements, including the name and signature of the bank branch manager, of the last three months if the inviting/employing company pays for the cost of travelling.
   2. Salary slips + status of personal bank account for the last three months in letter from your bank, including the name and signature of the bank branch manager (original).
   3. Income Tax return for at least 2 years (Proof of paid income tax).
10. 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.
11. Please click here for Travel Medical Insurance companies list.

Checklist

Data Protection

Harmonised Document list

Important notice:

Specific category (Film Crews, medical treatment), please refer to the Harmonised list since specific documents are required.

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.

All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.

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 white 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
• The photo fixed on form needs to be less than 6 months old and non-edited and no-filter used.

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. For further information on photo specifications, please click here

Visa Application Form

Visa Application Form

Processing Time

As a rule, the processing time of an admissible Schengen visa application should not exceed 15 calendar days (from the date the application is received at the Embassy).

If the checklist is incomplete, the application will be on hold until all the necessary documents are received by the Embassy. If further checks or additional documents are required, the processing time may increase up to 45 calendar days.

The transit time from the VFS Center to the Embassy and back to the applicant varies between 1 and 4 days one way, depending on the location.

The Embassy is not asking for confirmed air tickets. The Embassy recommends applicants to apply at least 4 weeks before their intended travel date (6 weeks during peak season from March to June).

If the application is received less than 15 calendar days before the intended travel date, the Embassy can deem your application inadmissible. If so, your visa application will not be processed by the Embassy and the application will be sent back to VFS along with the passport.

Overview

A visa for a Cultural, Sport Event or Conference 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 with the purpose of participating in Cultural and Sport events or participating in a Conference.

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.

Visa Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees 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 of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
• Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of INR 1958/-.
• Courier Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Courier Assurance charges at INR 1200/- per application.
• SMS Facility available at INR 400/- per application.
• Premium Lounge Facility available at INR 3600/- per application.
• Prime Time Collection Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Prime Time Submission facility available at INR 3500/- per application.
• All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 9900/- per person.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 7500/- for (2 to 10) per person.

Documents Required

Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased,Click here

1. Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
2. One recent passport size photograph in colour on white background.
3. Copies of Schengen visas obtained during the last 5 years, if applicable.
4. 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.
5. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking).
6. A copy of the return ticket to India or the reservation
7. Invitation letter from the inviting company, university, fair, congress, sport federation or organizer in Luxembourg mentioning the purpose of the visit including the complete program with activities and/or meetings to attend.
8. Covering letter on a business letterhead (original) from your employer/company/school stating your position, the length of your service and the confirmation that the adequate leave/vacation has been granted.

9. Proof of sufficient financial means to cover all expenses during your stay such as:

   • Letter from the inviting organization (original) + organization’s bank statements of the last three months if the inviting organization pays for the cost of travelling.
   • Salary slips + status of personal bank account for the last three months in letter from your bank (original) if the cost of travelling is paid by yourself.
   • Letter from your bank (original) stating credit limit on your credit card
   • Income Tax return for at least 2 years (Proof of paid income tax)
10. 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.
11. Please click here for Travel Medical Insurance companies list.

For multiple entry visas, an additional declaration covering further journeys

12. Minors under the age of 18 if traveling alone have to provide a written consent certified by public notary of both parents or guardians having the custody of the minor. If traveling with one parent only, a written consent certified by public notary of the other parent or guardian is required. Copy of identification documents of the parent(s) having custody, bearing their signature.
13. Important notice: 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

Checklist

Data Protection

Harmonised Document list

Important notice:

Specific category (Film Crews, medical treatment), please refer to the Harmonised list since specific documents are required.

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.

All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.

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 white 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
• The photo fixed on form needs to be less than 6 months old and non-edited and no-filter used.

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. For further information on photo specifications, please click here

Visa Application Form

Visa Application Form

Processing Time

As a rule, the processing time of an admissible Schengen visa application should not exceed 15 calendar days (from the date the application is received at the Embassy).

If the checklist is incomplete, the application will be on hold until all the necessary documents are received by the Embassy. If further checks or additional documents are required, the processing time may increase up to 45 calendar days.

The transit time from the VFS Center to the Embassy and back to the applicant varies between 1 and 4 days one way, depending on the location.

The Embassy is not asking for confirmed air tickets. The Embassy recommends applicants to apply at least 4 weeks before their intended travel date (6 weeks during peak season from March to June).

If the application is received less than 15 calendar days before the intended travel date, the Embassy can deem your application inadmissible. If so, your visa application will not be processed by the Embassy and the application will be sent back to VFS along with the passport.

Overview

A visa for a Cultural, Sport Event or Conference 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 with the purpose of participating in Cultural and Sport events or participating in a Conference.

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.

Visa Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees 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 of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
• Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of INR 1763/-.
• Courier Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Courier Assurance charges at INR 1200/- per application.
• SMS Facility available at INR 400/- per application.
• Premium Lounge Facility available at INR 3600/- per application.
• Prime Time Collection Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Prime Time Submission facility available at INR 3500/- per application.
• All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 9900/- per person.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 7500/- for (2 to 10) per person.

Documents Required

Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased,Click here

1. Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
2. One recent passport size photograph in colour on white background.
3. Copies of Schengen visas obtained during the last 5 years, if applicable.
4. 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.
5. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking).
6. A copy of the return ticket to India or the reservation
7. Invitation letter from the inviting company, university, fair, congress, sport federation or organizer in Luxembourg mentioning the purpose of the visit including the complete program with activities and/or meetings to attend.
8. Covering letter on a business letterhead (original) from your employer/company/school stating your position, the length of your service and the confirmation that the adequate leave/vacation has been granted.

9. Proof of sufficient financial means to cover all expenses during your stay such as:

   • Letter from the inviting organization (original) + organization’s bank statements of the last three months if the inviting organization pays for the cost of travelling.
   • Salary slips + status of personal bank account for the last three months in letter from your bank (original) if the cost of travelling is paid by yourself.
   • Letter from your bank (original) stating credit limit on your credit card
   • Income Tax return for at least 2 years (Proof of paid income tax)
10. 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.

For multiple entry visas, an additional declaration covering further journeys

11. Minors under the age of 18 if traveling alone have to provide a written consent certified by public notary of both parents or guardians having the custody of the minor. If traveling with one parent only, a written consent certified by public notary of the other parent or guardian is required. Copy of identification documents of the parent(s) having custody, bearing their signature.
12. Important notice: 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

Checklist

Data Protection

Harmonised Document list

For other specific categories (Film, Crews, Medical treatment) Please refer to the harmonised list since specific documents are required.

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.

All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.

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 white 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
• The photo fixed on form needs to be less than 6 months old and non-edited and no-filter used.

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. For further information on photo specifications, please click here

Visa Application Form

Visa Application Form

Processing Time

As a rule, the processing time of an admissible Schengen visa application should not exceed 15 calendar days (from the date the application is received at the Embassy).

If the checklist is incomplete, the application will be on hold until all the necessary documents are received by the Embassy. If further checks or additional documents are required, the processing time may increase up to 45 calendar days.

The transit time from the VFS Center to the Embassy and back to the applicant varies between 1 and 4 days one way, depending on the location.

The Embassy is not asking for confirmed air tickets. The Embassy recommends applicants to apply at least 4 weeks before their intended travel date (6 weeks during peak season from March to June).

If the application is received less than 15 calendar days before the intended travel date, the Embassy can deem your application inadmissible. If so, your visa application will not be processed by the Embassy and the application will be sent back to VFS along with the passport.

Overview

A Family member of EU/EEA/Swiss national visa is only intended to allow a foreign national to visit Luxembourg for a limited period of time (up to 90 days). 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.

To benefit from a simplified procedure and from the visa fee exemption, you need to meet the following criteria:

(1) You are a family member of an EU/Iceland/Liechtenstein/Norway or Swiss national;

As per Article 2 (2) of the Directive 2004/38/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2004 on the right of citizens of the Union and their family members to move and reside freely within the territory of the Member States, ‘family member’ means:

(a) the spouse;

(b) the partner with whom the Union citizen has contracted a registered partnership, on the basis of the legislation of a Member State, if the legislation of the host Member State treats registered partnerships as equivalent to marriage and in accordance with the conditions laid down in the relevant legislation of the host Member State;

(c) the direct descendants who are under the age of 21 or are dependants and those of the spouse or partner as defined in point (b);

(d) the dependent direct relatives in the ascending line and those of the spouse or partner as defined in point (b);

(2) AND That EU/Iceland/Liechtenstein/Norway or Swiss national is residing in another Member State than that of which he/she is a national or travelling there to take up residence;

(3) AND You are accompanying the EU/Iceland/Liechtenstein/Norway or Swiss national or planning to join him/her for residence.

If you think you qualify for visa facilitation, you will need to show proof (-> see under Documents Required) that you meet these criteria when you submit your visa application.

Visa Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees 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 of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
• Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of INR 1958/-.
• Courier Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Courier Assurance charges at INR 1200/- per application.
• SMS Facility available at INR 400/- per application.
• Premium Lounge Facility available at INR 3600/- per application.
• Prime Time Collection Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Prime Time Submission facility available at INR 3500/- per application.
• All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 9900/- per person.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 7500/- for (2 to 10) per person.

Documents Required

Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased,Click here

1. Application form duly filled, dated and signed by the applicant.
2. 1 recent passport size photograph in color on white background. The photo should be pasted (not stapled) on the form.
3. Copies of Schengen visas obtained during the last 5 years, if applicable.
4. 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.
5. Travel dates (reservation or booking; presentation of a paid ticket is not required).
6. Proof of family relationship with the EU/EEA/Swiss national with whom you are travelling or whom you will visit: An official copy of a birth certificate, marriage certificate or certificate of registered partnership (either legalized or issued with an apostille)
7. Proof that your family member is using or has recently used his/her right to free movement : Luxembourg residence permit of your EU/EEA/Swiss family member.
8. Proof that the applicant is accompanying or joining an EU/EEA/Swiss national: common travel reservation or EPC or sworn statement that the applicant is accompanying or joining an EU/EEA/Swiss national.
9. If the applicant is a dependant (child over the age of 21 or parent): proof of the status of dependant must be shown (regular and substantial financial contribution from the EU/EEA/Swiss national to the maintenance and/or education).
10. In case of a minor travelling alone or with only 1 parent:
    • A legalized official copy of the minor’s birth certificate
    • Power of attorney, certified by a notary, from both parents or by the parent who is not travelling with the child, except in cases of a parent having sole custody, in which a court order or other proof of sole custody must be provided.
    • Copy of identification documents of the parent(s) having custody, bearing their signature.

Checklist

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Harmonised Document list

Important notice:

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.

All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.

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 white 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
• The photo fixed on form needs to be less than 6 months old and non-edited and no-filter used.

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. For further information on photo specifications, please click here

Visa Application Form

Visa Application Form

Processing Time

As a rule, the processing time of an admissible Schengen visa application should not exceed 15 calendar days (from the date the application is received at the Embassy). If the checklist is incomplete, the application will be on hold until all the necessary documents are received by the Embassy. The transit time from the VFS Center to the Embassy and back to the applicant varies between 1 and 4 days one way, depending on the location. The Embassy is not asking for confirmed air tickets. The Embassy recommends applicants to plan their travel accordingly.

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:

Click here

Important notice:- Disclaimer on processing time.

It is generally 15 days but if missing documents than it can also take up to 45 days to get the missing documents from the applicant.

If you live in Nepal, long term applications can be lodged at the Luxembourg VAC in Kathmandu. Please book an appointment online with VFS Kathmandu https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/lux/attend-centre/Kathmandu.“

If you live in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka or in The Maldives, long term D Visa applications are processed at the Luxembourg Embassy in New Delhi. You can send the visa application directly to the Embassy through a prepaid courier service.

Address:

Embassy of Luxembourg

84 Jor Bagh, New Delhi – 120003, India

Visa Fees

Please Note:

• The applicable VISA Fee in Indian Rupees 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 of Goods and Service Tax – SGST @ 9% and CGST @ 9%.
• Applicants shall be levied a Service Charge of INR 1958/-.
• Courier Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Courier Assurance charges at INR 1200/- per application.
• SMS Facility available at INR 400/- per application.
• Premium Lounge Facility available at INR 3600/- per application.
• Prime Time Collection Facility available at INR 800/- per application.
• Prime Time Submission facility available at INR 3500/- per application.
• All VISA Fees and Service Charge can be paid by Cash/Visa/Master Card/Rupay.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 9900/- per person.
• VAYD/ ODMV charges at INR 7500/- for (2 to 10) per person.

For Applicants applying from Nepal

Visa Fee

	INR
Visa fee	4508

The Visa Fee is subject to change without notice'

• The only acceptable method of payment for Visa Fees is by Demand Draft in Indian Rupees (INR). Demand Draft should be drawn in favor of “Embassy of Luxembourg” and be payable at New Delhi.
• There is a bank counter available at VFS office to assist applicants prepare their visa fees demand draft with an additional NPR 1250/-
• The visa fee is non-refundable.

• VFS Service Charge

  	NPR
  VFS Service Charge	NPR 4761

• Applicants can make a demand draft to pay the amount in Nepalese Rupees (NPR) 4761/- (inclusive of all taxes 13%) which must be payable in Kathmandu favoring “VFS Global Services Nepal Pvt. Ltd”.

  Please note: Any demand draft having contradicting MICR number or incorrect information shall not be acceptable.

• Optional Hold at Location (Inside Valley) is available at – 1000 NPR
• Optional Hold at Location (Outside Valley) is available at – 1500 NPR


• Optional Courier Assurance charges is available at NPR 500/- per application.
• Optional SMS Facility is available at NPR 400/- per application.
• Optional Premium Lounge Facility is available at NPR 4450 /- per application.
• Optional Printing per page is available at – 30 NPR /- per page
• Optional Prime Time Application is available at – 4450 NPR /- per application.
• Optional Prime time Pass back is available at – 800 NPR /- per application.
• Optional Photocopy per page is available at – 10 NPR /-.

Documents Required

1. 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 colour 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.
   • Proof of the means of transport (reservation or booking; presentation of a paid ticket is not required)
   • *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. This insurance is not required if the applicant can prove that before the arrival in Luxembourg, he/she is covered by an insurance through the future employer/spouse/family member (e.g. certificate from “Caisse Nationale de Santé”). Please click here

*In order to get your authorization to stay, please visit the website
Click here.

Checklist:

Important notice:

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.

All required documents should be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation by a sworn translator.

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 white 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
• The photo fixed on form needs to be less than 6 months old and non-edited and no-filter used.

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. For further information on photo specifications, please click here

Visa Application Form

Visa Application Form