Luxembourg Visitor Visa (Family & Friends Visit) Overview
The Luxembourg Visitor Visa for Family and Friends is a Schengen short-stay Luxembourg Visa (Type C) for individuals travelling specifically to visit relatives or friends residing in Luxembourg, rather than for general tourism or business purposes, for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Applicants generally need a formal obligation (prise en charge), a template for which is available on the Luxembourg Foreign Ministry’s website, completed by their host in Luxembourg. Where the applicant’s own financial resources cannot be directly verified, a person residing in Luxembourg may, in certain cases, provide a letter of financial support submitted via MyGuichet.lu with secure authentication. This visa does not permit any form of paid work. Approval is decided solely by the Luxembourg consulate, or the representing Schengen state’s mission, handling the application.
Eligibility
- You are travelling to Luxembourg to visit your family members or friends who are legally residing in Luxembourg.
- You are not travelling to Luxembourg for employment, business activities, or long-term study.
- You intend to stay only for the duration permitted under your Schengen Visitor Visa.
- You hold a valid passport with sufficient validity from the date of entry into Luxembourg and the Schengen Area.
- You can provide an invitation letter from your family member or friend in Luxembourg and any supporting sponsorship or accommodation documents, where applicable.
- You can provide proof of confirmed return or onward travel and a planned travel itinerary.
- You have sufficient financial means to support yourself during your stay in Luxembourg and the Schengen Area, or you have an eligible sponsor supporting your visit.
- You satisfy the visa requirements prescribed by the Luxembourg and Schengen immigration authorities.
If visiting family or friends is the primary purpose of your visit, it should take precedence over any other reason (such as tourism or business) when preparing your supporting documents, as the purpose of travel determines the documentation required for your Luxembourg Visitor Visa (Family & Friends Visit) application.
Government Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Government Fee (EUR) |
| Adult Applicant | €80 |
| Children aged 6–12 | €40 |
| Children under 6 | Free |
This visa follows the same fee schedule as other Schengen Type C visas. Fees are non-refundable, even if the visa is refused. Exchange rates fluctuate, so INR values are approximate. Information may vary depending on individual circumstances; confirm the current fee at maee.gouvernement.lu.
Luxembourg Tourist Visa Processing Time
Processing time for this Luxembourg Visa category generally follows the same estimate as the standard Tourist Visa, taking up to 15 calendar days for a complete application, though this can extend if the host’s formal obligation or financial support letter requires further verification. Because this category relies on documentation from both the applicant and the host in Luxembourg, incomplete or inconsistent host information is a common cause of delay. Applicants should apply well in advance of their intended travel date.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Visiting family or friends in Luxembourg requires a properly prepared formal obligation from your host and consistent supporting documentation. Shivansh Consultants offers documentation support to help you and your host prepare a complete, correctly formatted application. Our thorough application review and personalised guidance are tailored to your specific family or friend visit. With a transparent process and experienced visa consultants, we provide end-to-end assistance throughout your Luxembourg Visa journey, without ever guaranteeing a specific outcome.