Luxembourg has again extended its short-stay Schengen visa for 2025, allowing international travelers to enjoy a visit for up to 90 days every 180 days. In this simple guide, we will tell you how to get this visa, what documents are required and which European countries can be explored through it.
Luxembourg short-stay visa: an easy way to explore Europe
The Luxembourg Visa (Type C) is a short-stay visa that allows travelers to visit Luxembourg as well as other Schengen countries. This means you get to travel throughout the entire Schengen Area for up to 90 days without any additional visas. With this visa you can travel comfortably to 26 other European countries like France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
Luxembourg Visa Benefits: Why Apply?
Luxembourg’s short-stay visa is useful for many purposes, such as:
Tourism: Enjoy Luxembourg’s beautiful sights, museums, and history. Family/Friends Visit: A chance to meet your family or friends. Business: For meetings, conferences or to explore new business opportunities. Cultural & Sports Events: Attend a festival, sports event or art performance. Medical: For short-term treatment or consultation. Official Visits: For short term assignments of government officials. Short-Term Study: Join some short-term courses or language programs.
Documents required and eligibility for visa
Some basic documents required to get Luxembourg visa:
Valid Passport: Must be valid for at least three months beyond your trip. Purpose of Stay: Invitation letter or event confirmation to prove the purpose of the visit. Financial Proof: Information about funds such as bank statements. Travel Insurance: Travel insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000. Accommodation Proof: Hotel booking or invitation from host. Return/Onward Ticket: Ticket for return or onward journey. Security Clearance: The applicant should not be considered a security threat in the Schengen Information System.
Luxembourg visa application process
Applying for a Luxembourg visa is easy. Follow these steps:
Check Visa Requirement: Visit the official website to find out if a visa is required for your citizenship. Complete the Application: Fill out the Luxembourg Visa Application Form online. Prepare Documents: Keep documents like passport, photographs, financial proof, travel insurance etc. ready. Schedule Appointment: Book an appointment at the Luxembourg Embassy or Consulate in your country. Submit Application: Submit your application by going to the appointment and give biometric data. Pay Visa Fee: The fee is €90 for a short-stay visa and €45 for children (6-12 years). Wait for Processing: Application processing may take approximately 15 days, so apply before the trip. Receive Visa Decision: After processing you will get the result and the visa will be stamped on your passport.
2024 visa updates
Luxembourg has made some changes to its visa policy in 2024:
Fee Increase: Visa fee is now €90. EU Blue Card Directive: Now the process of working in Luxembourg has become easier for Highly Skilled Professionals.
