Luxembourg Work Visa Process 2024

This guideline applies to citizens of third countries who do not now reside in Europe. Learn about the Luxembourg Work Visa, other work visa categories, and the standard application procedure for citizens of third-country countries.

You need a long-stay visa (D) that permits employment for more than 90 days in order to work in Luxembourg. Also referred to as national visas, they are granted for a period of one year and are extendable. Based on GDP per capita, Luxembourg is the wealthiest nation in the world. social advantages and high salary. You require a job offer, work authorization, and a long-term visa if you are a non-European national living in a third country.

As of May 22, 2024, Luxembourg has a population of only 653,103, making it one of the smallest countries. To work in Luxembourg, you do not need a work visa if you are a citizen of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland.

Long-term work permits for employment, self-employment, intra-company transfers, and highly qualified workers (EU Blue Card) are available in Luxembourg. For every role, there are different requirements. The procedures for obtaining a long-term visa and the various kinds of work permits in Luxembourg are listed below.

Types of Luxembourg Work Visa Process 2024

 

Salaried Workers:

This is the most popular kind of work visa, perfect for people who have a signed contract with a Luxembourg company.

Highly Qualified Workers (EU Blue Card):

This type of visa is for professionals who are in high demand for certain skills and qualifications.

Transferred Salaried Workers:

This type of visa is for people who are moving to a Luxembourg branch of the same company.

Posted Salaried Workers:

This type of visa is for people who are temporarily assigned to Luxembourg by a company that is located in another country.

Seasonal Worker:

This type of visa is for people who are employed for a specific seasonal activity, such as tourism or agriculture.

Self-Employed Person:

This type of visa is for people who want to open and operate their own business in Luxembourg.

Sportspeople and Coaches: This caters to professional athletes and coaches coming to work in Luxembourg.

Get a Temporary Authorization to stay

 

You must apply for a long-stay visa if you have been given a job in Luxembourg that will keep you there for more than three months. The following steps are involved in the process:

Prior to Entering the Country:

 

• Apply for a temporary stay permit at the Ministry of Home Affairs’ General Department of Immigration. Employers typically handle this stage.
• Following the Temporary Authorization’s approval, you can apply for a type D visa at the Luxembourg embassy or consulate that is closest to your place of residence.

After entering Luxemburg:

• Go through a Medical Checkup (required for third-country nationals)
• You must apply for a temporary residence permit in Luxembourg.

Conditions for a Work Visa

 

• possess an employment offer from Luxembourg.
• own an active employment contract with a Luxembourgish employer.
• At the National Employment Agency (Agence pour le développement de l’emploi – ADEM), your
• employer is required to register your entitlement to employment.
• No criminal history.
• Employment Agreement with all relevant information.
• A valid passport.
• Application form for a visa.
• Health Benefits.
• Statement from the bank.
• a duplicate of your academic records.

The Procedure for Applying for a Work Visa in Luxembourg

 

Temporary Permission:

The first step is to apply to the Immigration Directorate for a temporary stay permit (also known as a “authorization de séjour temporaire”). You must submit and get this application accepted before traveling to Luxembourg.

Application for D Visa:

You can submit an application for a D visa at the Luxembourg consulate in your country of residence after you have been granted temporary authorization.

Find the Luxembourg diplomatic and consular missions and select your country to find the visa process, visa application forms, fees, and requirements.

Local Registration:

Within three working days of your arrival in Luxembourg, register with the local administration office.

Medical Assessment:

Obtain a medical examination if the authorities demand it.

Application for Resident Permit:

Within three months of arriving, submit your application for a residency permit (also known as a “titre de séjour”).

 

Luxembourg Resident Permit for Short Term Stay

You must apply for a temporary residency visa, which is valid for up to five years, if you want to stay longer than a year.

Permit for Permanent Residency in Luxembourg

 

You may apply for a permanent residency permit in Luxembourg once you have been there lawfully for five years.

 

Useful Links

• Luxembourg Visa and Immigration for Third-Country Nationals (Check the requirements for each type of work visa)
• Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs

For up-to-date information please always follow the Guidelines mentioned on the Luxembourg Immigration website for the common process for all third-country nationals.

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