Schengen Tourist Visa (Type C)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days
- Fee
- €80
- Validity
- 6 months typically
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Nationals from Annex I countries (including India, China, Russia, South Africa, Pakistan, Nigeria, etc.) require a Schengen visa for short stays. The fee is €80 for adults, €40 for children aged 6-11, and free for children under 6. Reduced fees apply to certain nationalities with visa facilitation agreements: €35 for nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Ukraine. In countries where there is no Luxembourg consular presence, applications may be lodged via the consulate of a Schengen state representing Luxembourg. Processing may be extended up to 45 days if additional documents are required. Applicants have the right to appeal a refusal within 3 months at the administrative tribunal.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Required for nationals of Annex I countries who need a visa for short stays in the Schengen Area.
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Purpose of visit
For tourism, sightseeing, visiting friends/family, or other leisure purposes.
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to cover accommodation, food, and return travel.
Minimum funds: Varies by length of stay
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, color, white background, taken within last 3 months
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: Sufficient for stay; Months required: 3
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, cash, credit cards, sponsorship letter; Minimum amount: Sufficient for stay duration
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: All Schengen countries; Minimum coverage: €30,000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking, rental agreement, invitation letter from host; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form; Form url: https://mae.gouvernement.lu/en/services-aux-citoyens/visa-immigration.html
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
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Travel itinerary
Provide an itinerary showing travel dates, destinations and planned accommodation.
Must include addresses: Yes; Must include dates: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form online and print it.
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Document gathering
Gather all required documents: passport, photos, insurance, bank statements, accommodation proof, flight reservation, cover letter, and itinerary.
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Appointment booking
Schedule an appointment at the Luxembourg embassy, consulate, or authorized visa application center. Apply between 6 months and 15 days before planned travel. In countries without Luxembourg representation, apply at the consulate of a representing Schengen state.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa fee at the time of application.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data (fingerprints and photograph) if not registered in the previous 59 months.
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Document submission
Submit all documents and attend interview if required.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing decision. Standard processing is 15 calendar days, extendable to 45 days.
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Visa collection
Collect your passport with visa from the application center or receive via courier if selected.