GoLuxembourg Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

Chinese mainland residents traveling to Luxembourg, regardless of the passport they hold, must apply in advance to the visa processing center of the Embassy of Luxembourg in China（ https://visa.vfsglobal.com/chn/en/lux ）Starting from January 2, 2024, the Consulate General in Shanghai (responsible for Shanghai, Anhui, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Fujian) also accepts visas through the agency center. All visas from the Lu side require approval from the Lu Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Luxembourg visas are divided into C category short-term visas (Schengen visas, less than 90 days) and D category long-term visas (Luxembourg visas, more than 90 days), with fees of 80 euros and 50 euros respectively (converted into RMB according to the latest exchange rate of the European Central Bank). If the application is rejected, the fee will not be refunded.

Luxembourg is a member of the Schengen Agreement. Chinese citizens who only travel to Luxembourg can apply for a visa at the Embassy of Luxembourg in China or the Consulate General in Shanghai; If traveling to multiple Schengen Agreement countries at the same time, one should apply to the member state with the longest duration of stay; When the duration of stay is the same, apply to the first country to be visited. According to Schengen visa regulations, visa holders are not allowed to stay continuously for more than 90 days at a time or accumulate multiple stays every six months for no more than 90 days. Long term visas exceeding 90 days are issued by Schengen Agreement countries with their own country specific visas.

Holders of Hong Kong SAR passport and Macau SAR passport are eligible for visa free entry into Macau and can stay for up to 3 months.

The visa application process may vary depending on the purpose of visit and duration of stay. For specific information, please refer to the website of the Embassy of Luxembourg in China or the Consulate General of Luxembourg in Shanghai.

Customs epidemic prevention and control

According to the laws of Luxembourg, non EU citizens are allowed to bring in Luxembourg duty-free: 200 cigarettes (or 100 cigars, or 50 cigars, or 250 grams of tobacco), 1 liter of strong liquor with an alcohol content of 22% or more (or 80% ethanol, or 2 liters of regular liquor with an alcohol content of 22% or less). Air and sea passengers can also carry other goods (including perfume, coffee and tea) with a total value of no more than 430 euros duty-free. The total value of the above items carried by other passengers shall not exceed 300 euros. Passengers under the age of 17 are prohibited from carrying tobacco or alcoholic beverages. Passengers under the age of 15 are allowed to carry tax-free items with a value not exceeding 150 euros.

The prohibited and restricted items mainly include: animals and animal products, plants and plant products, endangered species and their products, medicines (excluding those needed by passengers themselves), weapons and ammunition, art collections and antiques, petroleum products (excluding gasoline in travel vehicle fuel tanks and spare fuel tanks of less than 10 liters).

Tax refund upon exit: Tourists residing outside the EU who shop in Luxembourg and make a one-time purchase of more than 74 euros in the same duty-free store (marked as "DUTY FREE") within Luxembourg can request a VAT refund. The steps are as follows:

1、 Apply for a tax refund invoice at the shopping store and present your passport;

2、 Present the purchased item upon customs clearance and have the customs personnel stamp the tax refund invoice (valid for 3 months from the date of purchase);

3、 Request a refund of taxes from the tax refund company.

Residency and Naturalization

1、 Residence

Non EU personnel traveling to Luxembourg are classified into stays of less than 3 months, stays of more than 3 months, and long-term stays of more than 5 years.

（1） Those who meet the following conditions can stay in Luxembourg for no more than 90 days within 6 months: holding a valid passport and visa; Not blacklisted by the Schengen Information System; Not prohibited from entering the country; Not posing a threat to public safety and health in Luxembourg; Proof of legal access to sufficient economic resources and insurance for all risks within Luxembourg; Family reunion within 3 months and providing financial support. A declaration of arrival must be made at the municipal government of the place of residence, and there is no right to work during the residence period, unless otherwise approved by the Ministry of Labor.

（2） Individuals holding the following temporary residence permit visas can apply to reside in Luxembourg for more than 3 months: employees, athletes, students, interns or volunteers, researchers, family members, etc. Within 3 working days after entering the country, an arrival declaration must be made at the municipal government of the place of residence. The receipt of the arrival declaration and the temporary residence permit visa constitute the legal residence certificate before obtaining the residence permit.

Within 3 months after making the arrival declaration, apply for a residence permit at the Immigration Bureau of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and submit the following documents: a copy of the temporary residence permit visa, receipt of the arrival declaration, medical examination certificate, housing certificate, and proof of residence tax payment (80 euros).

（3） The following non EU individuals are eligible to apply for long-term residency for more than 5 years: those who have resided legally in Luxembourg continuously for at least 5 years, have left the country for a cumulative period not exceeding 10 months, and have sufficient financial resources (without relying on social assistance); Having suitable housing and having health insurance for both oneself and family members; Those who do not pose a threat to public order and security in Luxembourg.

For official information on residence applications, please refer to: https://guichet.public.lu/en/citoyens/immigration.html

2、 Naturalization

The new Luxembourg nationality law officially came into effect on April 1, 2017. Lu recognizes dual nationality, but the prerequisite is that the applicant's country of origin must also recognize dual nationality. The main ways to automatically obtain Lu nationality are:

（1） At birth, one of the parents was from Luxembourg.

（2） Born in Luxembourg to parents who are not Luxembourgish but one was born in Luxembourg.

（3） Adopted by a Luxembourgian.

The basic requirements for adults to apply for citizenship in Lu are: to have continuously resided legally in Lu and have actually resided there for more than 5 years; Pass the Lu language exam and the Lu citizen life knowledge exam.

The application materials include: birth certificate; Accurate personal information (must use a questionnaire style personal information template, which can be obtained from the Ministry of Justice or downloaded from the website); Certified copy of passport; One or more copies of a criminal record from the past 15 years; Proof of passing the Lu language test; Proof of attendance at the civic duty introduction course. The applicant must submit a written application (indicating the address of the Lu Ministry of Justice) to the local municipal government, which will forward it to the Ministry of Justice.

For official information on Luxembourg nationality, please refer to: https://guichet.public.lu/en/citoyens/citoyennete/nationalite-luxembourgeoise.html

3、 Contact Information

（1） Luxembourg Immigration Office (Direction de l'immigration)

Address: 26, route d'Arlon, L-1140 - Luxembourg；

Telephone: (+352) 247-84040；

Fax: (+352) 22 16 08；

E-mail immigration.public@mae.etat.lu ；

（2） Luxembourg Ministry of Justice (Minist è re de la Justice)

Address: 13, rue Erasme–Centre administratif Pierre Werner L-1468 Luxembourg；

Nationality consultation hotline: (+352) 247-84547；

E-mail nationalite@mj.public.lu ；

website: https://mj.gouvernement.lu/fr.html .

Luxembourg risk level is blue (low risk)

public security

Luxembourg has a stable political situation and good social security. The capital city of Luxembourg has been repeatedly rated as one of the "safest cities in the world". In recent years, the crime rate has increased, especially in densely populated areas such as train stations, tourist attractions, and luxury stores where foreign tourists are stolen and robbed. Chinese citizens traveling to Lu should pay attention to properly keeping their passports, important documents, and money and belongings. Before going abroad, make copies and backups of your passport, visa, and ID card, and include a passport photo for backup. Please do not store important items such as passports on the tourist bus when getting off and taking photos. When taking public transportation, visiting tourist attractions, shopping, dining, etc., do not take your eyes off your personal belongings. If your passport is lost or stolen, you should promptly report it to the local police and contact the Chinese Embassy to apply for a replacement travel document.

In some tourist attractions, fake police once stole money by searching foreigners (especially Asians) for documents. According to local regulations, police officers in Lu must wear police uniforms when carrying out official duties, and generally do not have the authority to inspect personal property. When encountering the above situation, please ask them to show their identification, and if necessary, call 113 to report to the police or contact the Chinese Embassy in Lu.

natural disaster

Luxembourg is located in the heart of Europe, with a pleasant climate and relatively few natural disasters.

FDA

The food safety situation in Luxembourg is good. Occasionally, when food sources are contaminated with diseases or toxic substances, the Lu government can promptly introduce prevention and control measures, guide consumers to avoid using contaminated food, and provide medical support.

Urgent Help

Emergency and fire alarm: 112.

Bandit police: 113.

The emergency contact information for consular protection of the Chinese Embassy in Luxembourg is (+352) 621546555.

air traffic

In December 2023, China Southern Airlines officially opened the Guangzhou Zhengzhou Luxembourg route, which is the first direct passenger route between China and Luxembourg.

Luxair, the national airline of Luxembourg, has launched flights to various parts of Europe (referred to as LG). For inquiries about aircraft arrival and departure information, please call (+352) 24561 or visit the website of Luxembourg National Airlines.

Findel Airport, located 6 kilometers east of Lu City, is the only international passenger airport in Lu. Findel Airport does not have a transfer area, and for any purpose of flying to the airport (including connecting flights to other countries), a valid Schengen visa is required. You can take the airport bus from the airport to reach the city center.

land transport

Luxembourg has developed railway and road transportation. The railway network is distributed radially around Luxembourg City, and the domestic railways are connected to railways in other European countries. Passengers can take trains directly to major European cities such as Paris, Berlin, Frankfurt, and Brussels. Public transportation within the city is also relatively convenient. There are many car rental companies. Generally, customer service hotline can be found on the Internet. The traffic rules are roughly the same as in China, with motor vehicles driving on the right side. The road conditions on Lu Road are good, with clear and distinct traffic signs. Self driving is quite convenient, but travel documents need to be carried with you. It is best to have a driver's license notarized and certified with foreign language instructions in China. If you reside in the local area for more than one year, you must change your local driver's license in advance. At intersections without traffic lights, be sure to avoid pedestrians. The overall traffic situation is good, but attention should be paid to avoiding peak commuting hours from 8am to 9am and from 4pm to 6pm.

Both domestic buses and trains are operated by the Soci é t é Nationale des Chemins de Fer Luxembourgeois (CFL) railway company; Phone: (+352) 24892489; Website: www.cfl. lu) is responsible for operation.

water communication

Luxembourg is a landlocked country with no waterway transportation.

Urban transportation

Buses or tourist routes can be taken within Luxembourg city, and trains run between major cities. Most train stations are located in the city center, making it an ideal means of transportation for traveling. Starting from February 2020, everyone is entitled to free public transportation within Luxembourg, except for first-class train travel.

After holding the Luxembourg Card, you can visit a large number of attractions for free. This card is charged for one to three days, for single or multiple people, and can be purchased at tourist bureau offices, train stations, hotels, and other places.

major city

1、 Luxembourg City

The capital city of Luxembourg, with the same name as the country, is the largest city in Luxembourg. Located in the center of the southern Pangpai area of Lujing, at an altitude of 408 meters, with a population of approximately 132800 (as of January 2023), it is an ancient city known for its fortress with a history of over 1000 years. Many international institutions, such as the European Court of Justice, the General Secretariat of the European Parliament, the European Investment Bank, the European Financial Foundation, etc., are located here, as well as thousands of large enterprises and banks from countries such as Belgium, Germany, and Switzerland. The main attractions include the Grand Duke's Mansion, the site of defense works, Constitution Square, the Golden Woman Statue, Adolf Bridge, etc.

2、 Esch sur Alzette on the banks of the Alzette River

The second largest city in Luxembourg, located in the southwest corner of the Grand Duchy, adjacent to France, with a population of about 36600 (January 2023). The city is rich in iron ore resources and remains one of the main steel manufacturing centers in Luxembourg to this day. More than 30% of the city's residents are foreigners, and now it has become a prosperous business center.

Commodity prices

The Moselle River Valley along the border between Luxembourg and Germany is densely populated with wineries that produce white wine. Luxembourg also produces various brands of beer such as Bofferding, Battin, and Diekirch.

Lu is a developed country with a per capita income ranking among the top in the world, strong purchasing power of residents, and high price levels. In terms of food and daily necessities, prices are usually several to ten times higher than in China. The prices of electrical appliances and digital products are also very high.

Lu has implemented the Euro single currency since January 2002. To check real-time exchange rates, please click here.

The value-added tax rate of Lu is divided into four levels: 3% (including food, books, etc.), 8% (including shoes, leather products, clothing, household linen products, etc.), 14% (including wine, fuel, gasoline, etc.), and 17% for other goods or services.

International credit and debit cards with VISA or Mastercard marks can be used in most restaurants, shopping malls, supermarkets, convenience stores, and popular tourist attractions, with some areas offering UnionPay card payments. Bank of China Luxembourg Branch conducts personal business.

Insurance Medical

Luxembourg has a perfect medical insurance system. Residents in Luxembourg, including foreigners working in Luxembourg, must join the medical insurance system. Residents who have joined the medical insurance system can directly seek medical treatment at general hospitals and specialized clinics. The refund rates for medical expenses are divided into three levels: 80%, 95%, and 100%. The refund rates for medical expenses are divided into four levels: 0%, 40%, 80%, and 100%.

The hygiene situation in Lu is good, with no widespread infectious diseases, and occasional flu outbreaks in spring and autumn. Hospitals are divided into two types: public and private. Centre Hospital de Luxembourg, 4, rue Ernest Barbl é, L-1210 ， Phone:+352 441111, emergency phone:+352 44112132) and Kirchberg Hospital (H ô pital Kirchberg, 9, Rue Edward Steichen , L-2540 Luxembourg ， Phone:+352 2468-1) are the two largest hospitals in Lu, with complete departments, excellent equipment, and emergency services. Medicines must be purchased from pharmacies, and prescription drugs must have a doctor's prescription. Pharmacies usually have green cross signs outside the store.

First aid: 112.

If there is no medical insurance or social security for medical treatment in Lu, the cost will be quite expensive. Therefore, it is recommended that Chinese citizens traveling to Lu purchase medical insurance for themselves before traveling.

Customs taboos

The locals in Luxembourg mainly believe in Catholicism, while others include Protestantism, Eastern Christianity, Judaism, and others. National holidays mainly include: New Year's Day (January 1), Easter (uncertain time each year), Labor Day (May 1), Ascension Day of Jesus (uncertain time each year), Pentecost Day (uncertain time each year), National Day (June 23), Assumption Day of the Virgin Mary (August 15), Halloween (November 1), Christmas (December 25), etc. In addition, Luxembourg also has local festivals with rich ethnic characteristics, such as the Winter Burning Festival (at the end of January), the Carnival Festival (February), the Feast of Our Lady of Prayer (April), and the Walnuts Festival in Vianden (October).

Luxembourgish people have a gentle, quiet, and introverted personality, and do not like to chat or engage in casual conversations with strangers. If visiting, it is necessary to obtain the consent of the interviewee and arrive on time according to the agreed time. It is impolite to attend a banquet in advance. Pay special attention to clothing and attire in formal social occasions. When dining in public places, prefer a quiet atmosphere and avoid loud noises. Luxembourgish people love food and alcohol, and their cuisine blends the characteristics of neighboring countries such as France, Belgium, Italy, and Portugal. Traditional food includes Arden ham, black pig blood sausage, smoked pork with broad beans, salty ham with pickled Chinese cabbage, Roasted sucking pig or Roasted baby pig, etc. Potatoes are the traditional staple food.

Communications Power

The Internet is very popular in Luxembourg. Free wireless internet service is provided in general public places. The mobile network standard is GSM, the voltage is 220V, and the plug is a European standard plug (two round).

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