Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting
Luxembourg
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Luxembourger Visa.
- Original copy of correctly filled visa application form. The application form should be signed where necessary.
- Two recent copies of coloured passport-sized photographs which should be taken with a white background. The photographs should not be stapled to the visa application form rather it should be stamped.
- South African passport with a validity of 6 months after exit from the country. The passport should have two blank pages.
- Bank statement which covers 3 months before the period of visa application. The bank statement is proof that you can cater for yourself while in the country.
- Confirmed hotel reservation that covers the duration of your stay in the country.
- Return and onward tickets with entry and exit dates.
- Travel insurance.
- Travel itinerary.
Luxembourg Visa for South Africans
Facts about Luxembourg
Luxembourg is a country popular for camping, hiking and cycling. The country has a good road, rail and air connections with the rest of Europe which makes it easily accessible to foreigners. The country has historical castles where foreigners can visit to witness a piece of Luxembourger history.
Tourism in Luxembourg is a very important industry in the country. The industry is responsible for employing 11.7% of the working population and contributes about 8.3% to the country’s GDP. Over 900,000 foreign visitors pick Luxembourg as their favored tourist destination each year who stay in hotels, hostels and camping sites for an average of 2.5 nights.
You will not be allowed entry to the country if you are in possession of more than €10,000 or its equivalent.
Drunkenness and disorderliness in public can result in one night in jail or a hefty fine. The legal drinking age is 16 years.
Types of Luxembourg Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 21 days | 180 days |
| Business visa | 21 days | 180 days |
General Requirements for Luxembourg Visa
- Original copy of correctly filled visa application form. The application form should be signed where necessary.
- Two recent copies of coloured passport-sized photographs which should be taken with a white background. The photographs should not be stapled to the visa application form rather it should be stamped.
- South African passport with a validity of 6 months after exit from the country. The passport should have two blank pages.
- Bank statement which covers 3 months before the period of visa application. The bank statement is proof that you can cater for yourself while in the country.
- Confirmed hotel reservation that covers the duration of your stay in the country.
- Return and onward tickets with entry and exit dates.
- Travel insurance.
- Travel itinerary.
Luxembourg Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Tourists who intend to visit Luxembourg for vacation and tourism purposes can do so with this visa type.
- You are allowed to visit friends and relatives during your visit in the country.
- Holders of this visa type are not allowed to take up work while in the country.
- If you need to work, a work permit will be issued to you.
- Part-time or full-time are not allowed for foreigners on this visa.
- A letter of invitation from your host should be presented. Your host’s home address should be indicated in the letter.
- Original copy of your South African stay permit should be provided if you a not a citizen of South Africa.
- If you are not up to the age of 18 years, a letter of consent from your parents should be provided.
- All travelers are required to have a yellow fever and meningitis vaccination certificate.
- You are required to abide by the rules and regulations of your visa.
Luxembourg Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa type allows travelers attend meetings, sign and negotiate contracts with the company they are visiting in Luxembourg.
- Business travelers can attend trade fairs, conferences and business lectures.
- A letter of invitation from the company you are meeting with should be provided during the visa application process. The letter should contain the address of the company and the reason of your visit in the country.
- If the company is taking up the financial aspect of your visit in the country, it should be clearly stated in the letter.
- Certificate of business registration of the company is required.
- If you have had previous business dealings with the company, a proof of this is required.
- Letter from your current employer in South Africa stating that he/she is aware of your business leave. The duration of the leave should be mentioned in the letter.
- Ensure you have yellow fever vaccination certificate.
- You are expected to leave the country as soon as your visa expires.
- Receipt of paid visa application fees is required.
- The visa takes 21 days to be processed.
Luxembourg Visa Fees
Tourist visa
60.00 (EUR)
Business visa
60.00 (EUR)
Luxembourg Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
South Africa
Johannesburg
1st Floor, Fulnam House Hampton Park, 20 Georgian Crescent Bryanston, Ext 5, Johannesburg, South Africa
+27 11 463 1744