If you are going to work in Luxembourg as a salaried specialist, the path is: authorization to stay, visa D, residence permit (RP); after 5 years – long-term resident status; then citizenship.
Who is this path for?
Citizens from outside the EU with an employment contract from a Luxembourg company.
Permit types
- Salaried worker (standard).
- EU Blue Card (high-skilled, min salary ~63,408 EUR/year in 2025).
Step-by-step
Step 1: Preliminary authorization (before entry). Employer must declare vacancy to ADEM.
Step 2: National Visa D.
Step 3: Registration and RP card after arrival.
Citizenship Requirements
- 5 years of residence.
- Luxembourgish language test (A2 speaking, B1 listening).
- Civic integration course.
FAQ
Can I enter as a tourist and apply?
No, authorization must be done before entry.