🇱🇺 Luxembourg citizenship · By naturalization
Luxembourg citizenship by naturalization
A strong EU passport and the freedom to live, study and work anywhere in the European Union. The route takes 5 years of living in the country.
Luxembourg is a small country in Western Europe bordering Belgium, France and Germany. It is known for its high standard of living, stable economy and developed financial sector.
Legal basis
The main way to become a citizen of Luxembourg is naturalization. The requirements:
- Being over 18 years old.
- Lawful residence in Luxembourg for at least 5 years, with the final year before filing spent in the country without interruption.
- Passing the Luxembourgish language exam (Sproochentest Lëtzebuergesch).
- Completing the Living Together in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg course and showing that you understand the principles of integration.
- A clean criminal record and good standing.
How to get a residence permit and start the clock
To live in the country legally you first need a residence permit. The main routes:
- Employment. An employment contract with a Luxembourg employer.
- EU Blue Card. For specialists with a university degree and a job offer at a set salary level. A residence permit for up to 4 years, with the option to work in other EU countries after 12 months in Luxembourg.
- Financially independent people. Passive income from €27,000 a year, housing in Luxembourg and health insurance - without the right to work.
- Investors. Setting up a business that creates jobs, or investing in existing companies and funds.
- Studies at accredited educational institutions.
- Family reunification for spouses and children under 21.
- Entrepreneurship - opening a business with a business plan agreed with the Ministry of the Economy.
Every residence permit program has its own requirements. On a free consultation a Murblz expert will pick the option that fits your situation.
Benefits of a Luxembourg passport
Freedom to travel
Visa-free entry or a visa on arrival in 188 countries, including most European states, the United States and Canada.
Dual citizenship
Luxembourg allows dual citizenship, so you can keep your original passport.
Living and working in the EU
Free movement, employment and residence in any European Union country.
High standard of living
Access to quality education, healthcare and social services in one of the wealthiest countries in the world.
How to get citizenship: step by step
Preliminary check
A Murblz migration expert runs a free consultation and picks the best relocation route.
Preparing documents
Collecting the document package in your country of residence - on your own or with help from Murblz.
Getting residency
Moving to Luxembourg and getting resident status under one of the residence permit programs.
Living in Luxembourg
Lawful residence for at least 5 years, with the final year before filing spent in the country without interruption.
Applying for citizenship
Passing the language exam, completing the integration course, filing the documents for a passport and waiting for a decision.
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188 visa-free countries with a Luxembourg passport
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