Luxembourg, the gem in the heart of Europe, entices visitors with its fantasy castles, rolling landscapes, and sophisticated capital city.
A Luxembourg Visa provides access to this quiet country, as well as the larger Schengen Area, which offers limitless chances for exploration and leisure.
If you plan to visit Luxembourg, you must first learn how to obtain a Luxembourg visa. This comprehensive guide will offer you all of the relevant information, from visa kinds to application procedures, to ensure that your trip runs smoothly.
How to Visit Luxembourg on a Schengen Visa
1. Check if You Need a Visa
First and foremost, confirm whether a Luxembourg visa is required for your travel. This criterion may differ based on your nationality and any current visa agreements between your country and Luxembourg.
2. Understand the type of visa you need.
A short-stay visa, also known as a C-type or Schengen Visa, is required for trips to Luxembourg lasting up to 90 days, whether for tourism, visiting family, or business.
However, if your visit includes other purposes or you intend to stay in Luxembourg for more than 90 days, you will require a long-stay visa, often known as a D-type visa.
3. Determine where to lodge your application.
The location where you should submit your Luxembourg Short-Stay visa application depends on your residence. Depending on where you live, you must apply for a Luxembourg visa either from a VFS Global visa application center or a Luxembourg embassy/consulate overseas.
4. Complete and download the visa application form.
Once you’ve determined where to submit your application, you must fill out the visa application form correctly. The form is an important document that collects critical information about you, such as your personal information, travel itinerary, and reason for visiting. You can complete it either online or by hand using a black or blue pen.
After filling it out, print it and double-check the information you entered. You must submit this together with other required documents when applying for a visa at VFS or an embassy/consulate.
5. Schedule a Visa Appointment
During this phase, you must schedule an appointment with the Luxembourg embassy, consulate, or VFS to submit your visa application. Your visa application must be submitted in the place specified by your country of residency.
6. Prepare the required documents.
Once you’ve arranged your appointment, gather all of the paperwork required for your visa application. Check the requirements carefully to ensure that you have everything they ask for.
To meet Luxembourg’s short-term stay visa requirements, applicants must submit the following documents to the embassy or consulate:
- The Luxembourg Schengen Visa Application Form.
- Documents are normally required for all Schengen visa applications.
- Schengen visa insurance. The insurance should provide at least €30,000 in coverage for medical emergencies and include repatriation in the event of death.
Please ensure that you have all of your paperwork with you, as you risk having your visa denied if something is missing from your application.
7. Attend your appointment.
Your appointment will include providing your documentation, pictures, and fingerprints. Be prepared for a brief interview regarding your travel plan and reason for visiting Luxembourg. Make sure you arrive early and have all of your documents in order.
8. Wait for the visa to process.
Visa processing takes around 15 working days after you submit your application. However, in some cases, processing can take up to 30 or 60 days. It is critical to plan for probable delays and alter your travel itinerary accordingly. Maintaining flexibility in your preparations will better accommodate any unexpected changes in processing timelines.
9. Collect your passport.
After receiving a decision on your visa application, you can pick up your passport in person at the same location where you applied. Alternatively, depending on the visa application center, you may be able to have your passport forwarded to you via courier; however, this service will incur an additional price.
Who needs a Schengen Visa to enter Luxembourg?
A visa is not required to visit Luxembourg if you are a citizen or family member of the EU/EEA/Switzerland, or if you are a citizen of a country with a visa-free agreement with Schengen.
However, if you are not a citizen of the EU/EEA/Switzerland or another country having a visa-free agreement with Schengen, you may require a Luxembourg Schengen visa. You will also need to submit proof of sufficient finances to cover your stay in Luxembourg, a return flight ticket, or proof of onward travel.
Steps to follow when applying for a Luxembourg Schengen Visa
Step 1: decide your purpose for visiting Luxembourg; this will determine the type of visa you should apply for.
Step 2: Determine how many entries into Luxembourg/the Schengen area you require.
Step 3: Gather the required documents.
Step 4: Make a Luxembourg Schengen visa appointment.
Depending on the location of the consulate/visa facility, you may need to book an appointment to submit your application.
Alternatively, you may be able to drop off your application without prior arrangement if you do so during normal business hours.
Contact your consulate/visa facility directly to see if an appointment is required to submit your application.
Step 5: Fill out your application.
You can download the Luxembourg Schengen Visa application online here. Once finished, print and sign your application. You will send a printed copy to the Luxembourg Consulate you are applying to.
Different Luxembourg Consulates provide different ways to submit your application. Visit the website of your chosen consulate to find out how to submit your application.
Step 6: Pay your application fee.
Step 7: Submit your Luxembourg Schengen visa application (at least 15 days before travel, but no sooner than 6 months).
Application submission methods vary among Luxembourg consulates/processing facilities. In almost all circumstances, applications must be submitted in person to the consulate or facility through which you are submitting.
When submitting your application, you will most likely be required to provide biometric data (fingerprints). Children under the age of 12 are likely exempt from having their fingerprints obtained. If you have already provided fingerprints (within the last 59 months), you will probably not need to resubmit them.
Where do I apply for a Luxembourg Visa?
You must apply to the Luxembourg embassy or consulate in your country of residence or a visa application facility operating on their behalf. Luxembourg’s preferred official visa partner is VFS Global, which may act on its behalf in your country.
How long does it take to get a Luxembourg Schengen Visa?
A Luxembourg Schengen Visa can take up to 15 days to process in most cases, but it can take up to 60 days in extreme circumstances. You can apply for a visa up to six months before your trip.
Why choose AXA Schengen Insurance?
AXA travel insurance is accepted for all Schengen visa applications. Schengen visa insurance covers all European visa needs.
AXA’s Low-Cost Travel Insurance costs €22 ($24) per week of your trip and covers your visa needs, while AXA Schengen Europe Travel Insurance provides extended coverage up to €100,000. Those seeking multiple-entry visas can purchase Multi-Trip insurance for €328 per year, which covers expenses up to €100,000.
Frequently asked questions about getting a Luxembourg Schengen Visa
How much is the Schengen visa application fee in Luxembourg?
The typical Luxembourg Schengen visa price for adults is 80 euros. Certain sorts of applicants (especially students and children under the age of six) are exempt from all visa expenses.