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Luxembourg · Work visa

EU Blue Card

Processing
Up to 3 months
Cost
From €130
Validity
4 years

Residence permit for highly qualified non-EU professionals with a job offer in Luxembourg.

Requirements

  • Higher professional qualification (degree of at least 3 years) or equivalent
  • Employment contract of at least 6 months for a highly qualified role
  • Gross annual salary of at least EUR 65,652 (2026, for applications from 3 March 2026)
  • The role must match the qualification held

Time and cost

Processing time
Up to 3 months for the temporary authorization to stay
Validity
4 years (or contract duration plus 3 months if shorter)
Cost

From €130

Required

  • €80 residence permit fee
  • €50 long-stay (Type D) visa fee
Path to residency
EU long-term residence after 5 years; time in other EU states can count

Documents

  • Valid passport

    Valid for the duration of the intended stay

  • University degree certificate

    Higher professional qualification, legalised where required

  • Employment contract

    At least 6 months, stating the qualifying salary

  • Criminal record certificate

    From country of residence, legalised

  • Proof of accommodation (if it applies)

    Requested after arrival at the commune registration

Tips

  • Confirm that your base salary meets Luxembourg’s EUR 65,652 threshold
  • The threshold rose from EUR 63,408; earlier applications were assessed on the old figure
  • If your salary is below the threshold, apply for the salaried worker permit instead