Residence and formalities for students in Europe

EU/EEA and Swiss citizens do not need a visa. You have two obligations instead:

• declaring your arrival within 8 days – at the municipal office (commune) where you will live; you show your ID card or passport,
• registering your residence within 3 months – at the same office you apply for a registration certificate (attestation d'enregistrement). You attach your certificate of enrolment, proof of health insurance and a declaration that you have enough money to support yourself – even a verbal declaration is enough.

If you are insured in another EU country, bring your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).

Students from outside the EU/EEA must apply for a temporary authorisation to stay as a student before entering Luxembourg – to the General Department of Immigration (Ministry of Home Affairs), directly or through a Luxembourg embassy or consulate. You will need a copy of your whole passport, a criminal record extract, proof of enrolment, proof of sufficient resources – at least 80% of the current social inclusion income (REVIS) a month – and proof of health insurance. The answer usually comes within 60 days. If your nationality requires a visa, you then apply for a type D visa. After arrival you declare your arrival at the commune within 3 days, have a medical check (including tuberculosis screening) and apply for your residence permit for students within 3 months (fee €80). The permit is valid for at least one year (or the length of your studies, if shorter) and you renew it within 2 months before it expires.