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Luxembourg · Work visa

Salaried Worker Residence Permit

Processing
Up to 3 months
Cost
From €130
Validity
1 year first permit

Standard work-and-residence permit for non-EU nationals with a Luxembourg job offer whose salary does not reach the Blue Card threshold. Subject to a labor market test.

Requirements

  • Employment contract with a Luxembourg employer
  • Labor market test showing the vacancy was posted with ADEM and no suitable EU candidate was available
  • Qualifications matching the role (recognition where the profession is regulated)
  • Salary and conditions meeting Luxembourg norms

Time and cost

Processing time
Up to 3 months for the temporary authorization to stay
Validity
1 year first permit, then renewable for up to 3 years
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 of legal residence

Documents

  • Valid passport

    Valid for the intended stay

  • Employment contract

    Signed, stating salary, role and duration

  • Proof of qualifications

    Diplomas and, where needed, recognition statement

  • Criminal record certificate

    From country of residence, legalised

  • ADEM certificate

    Confirming the labor market test was completed

Tips

  • The employer must first post the vacancy with ADEM (the employment agency)
  • First permit is tied to one employer and sector, then broadens on renewal
  • Use this route where the salary is below the Blue Card threshold