🇱🇺Luxembourg Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Luxembourg?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter Luxembourg visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Luxembourg
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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Luxembourg visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Luxembourg applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TogoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- United KingdomVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- AlgeriaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MoroccoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- SwitzerlandVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- FranceVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- BeninVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- RomaniaVisa-freeStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- SenegalVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Côte d'IvoireVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CameroonVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- TunisiaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Burkina FasoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- GuineaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- NigeriaVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- MaliVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- Democratic Republic of the CongoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- CongoVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
- NigerVisa requiredStay: 90 days per 180-day period
Luxembourg visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Luxembourg publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Long-stay work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 130 EUR | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| EU Blue Card | Work | 4 years | 130 EUR | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Self-employed visa | Work | 1 year | 130 EUR | 90 days | Portal | |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 130 EUR | 90 days | Portal | |
| Family Reunification | Family | 1 year | 130 EUR | 180 days | Portal | |
| Investor visa | Investor | 3 years | 130 EUR | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Airport transit visa | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Luxembourg
Population
672,050
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Luxembourgish, French, German, English
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+352
Timezone
Europe/Luxembourg
Area
2,586 km²
Government
Parliamentary constitutional monarchy
National day
23 June - National Day of the Grand Duke
Internet domain
.lu
About
Luxembourg is a small country in the heart of Western Europe, bordered by Belgium, France, and Germany. It is a constitutional monarchy with a prosperous economy driven by financial services. The country is multicultural and multilingual, with a rich history dating back to the 10th century.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Crime(Low)
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
- Avoid leaving valuables visible in vehicles
Terrorism(Low)
- Low threat level, follow official alerts
Transport
- Keep your belongings close
Natural risks(Minimal risks (rare floods))
- Check weather alerts in winter
Health(Excellent healthcare system)
- Recommended travel insurance
- Standard vaccines up to date
Practical tips
- Respect local rules
- Use efficient public transport
- Learn a few words in Luxembourgish or French
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Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Luxembourg City · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
Not mandatory, service included (5-10% appreciated)
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Luxembourg?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Luxembourg across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Luxembourg visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Luxembourg?▾
Luxembourg issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Luxembourg?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Very low, one of the safest countries in Europe.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Luxembourg?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Luxembourg?▾
The capital of Luxembourg is Luxembourg. The main spoken languages are: Luxembourgish, French, German, English.
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