If you plan to study in Luxembourg, you will need a Luxembourg student visa, and you must follow Luxembourg’s student residence process before traveling. This process is often called the Luxembourg study visa route, and it is separate from a short-stay visa.
For Nigerian students, the process has an important first step: you must obtain a Temporary Authorization to Stay (ATS) before applying for the type D long-stay visa. You must also show that you have enough money to support yourself during your studies.
Luxembourg does not have its own diplomatic authorities in Nigeria; all applications go through TLScontact. This guide explains the Luxembourg student requirements, how much money you may need to show, the documents you need, the application process, fees, and what happens after you arrive.
Key Takeaways
- Nigerian students staying in Luxembourg for more than three months generally need a Temporary Authorization to Stay first, followed by a Type D visa before traveling.
- Nigerian applicants submit Luxembourg visa applications through TLScontact, with Belgian diplomatic authorities in Nigeria representing Luxembourg.
- A Luxembourg student application requires evidence such as a scholarship, student loan, bank certificate, and six months of bank statements, parental financial support or an eligible sponsor in Luxembourg.
- Students must demonstrate financial resources of at least 80% of the current social inclusion income. Using the current figure of €1,517.58 per month, this is €1,517.58 per month or €18,210.96 for 12 month
Who Needs a Luxembourg Student Visa?
Here is a list of those who need it:
- You are not a citizen of the EU/EEA or Switzerland
- You will be enrolled full-time in a higher education institution in Luxembourg, including bachelor’s, master’s, and PHD.
- If you are coming for a student exchange program lasting for more than 3 months.
Luxembourg Student Visa Requirements for Nigerians
The Luxembourg student visa is a type of Luxembourg visa that non-Europeans can use to study in Luxembourg. The Luxembourg student visa requirements for Luxembourg are best understood in three separate stages:
- Documents for the temporary authorization to stay before traveling.
- Documents for the Type D visa after the authorization has been approved
- Documents and procedures for the student residence permit after arrival.
Documents for the temporary authorization to stay before traveling
Before traveling to Luxembourg, you may need to apply for a temporary authorization to stay:
- A copy of your valid passport
- Police certificate report
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Proof of admission in Luxembourg
- An application form
Documents for the student type D visa
Once the temporary authorization to stay has been approved, you are to meet the following visa requirements for a Type D long-stay visa
- A valid passport
- A completed Type D visa application form
- A passport photograph
- Any document requested by the Belgian diplomatic authorities
- Proof of payment of applicable fees
- Payment of the TLScontact service fee.
Documents for student residence permit after arrival
Getting a type D visa does not complete your immigration process in Luxembourg.
After arriving in Luxembourg, you are to meet the following requirements
- Make a declaration of arrival at your place of residence.
- Complete the required medical examination
- Apply for the student residence permit
- Submit the required documents and pay the residence permit fee
Note: Always check the current checklist and requirements because they can change. The European Commission also confirms that students must report to their commune within three days and apply for the residence permit within three months of arrival. Source: European Commission
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Temporary Authorization to Stay for Luxembourg Students
The Temporary Authorization to Stay is permission from Luxembourg authorities that allows a third-country national to proceed to the next stage of the immigration process. The temporary authorization is not the same as a visa; it is only a step that lets you apply for a Type D visa.
You must first get admission, then the Temporary Authorization to Stay (TAS), before applying for a Type D visa to study in Luxembourg. If the application is approved, the Temporary Authorization to Stay will be sent to you and is valid for 90 days. During that period, you must apply for a Type D visa. Source: European Commission.
How Much Bank Balance Is Required for a Luxembourg Student Visa?
One of the most important Luxembourg student requirements is proof that you can support yourself financially. Luxembourg requires students to demonstrate monthly financial resources equivalent to at least 80% of the current social inclusion income.
|
Period |
Minimum amount |
|
Monthly |
€1,517.58 |
|
12 months |
€18,210.96 |
Appoximately ₦2,317,696 per month and ₦27,812,353 for 12 months
Note: This amount is not permanently fixed; Luxembourg’s requirement is tied to 80% of the social inclusion income in force at the time. If social inclusion income changes, the amount a student must demonstrate can also change.
What Can Be Used as Proof of Funds?
You do not necessarily need to show all the money in one personal bank account; here are some ways that you can show proof of funds:
- Scholarship certificate showing the amount and duration of the scholarship
- Student loan certificates showing the amount and duration
- Bank certificate
- Bank statements covering the previous six months
- Parental financial support with evidence that your parents have enough money to support you.
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Luxembourg Student Visa Processing Time
There are two processing times to consider:
Temporary Authorization to Stay Processing time
There is no fixed guaranteed number of days for ATS processing time. But a complete application is typically processed within 60 days.
Luxembourg Student Visa processing time
There is no guaranteed processing time; every application is different, so processing times may vary, but the standard time is about 60 days.
How to Apply for a Luxembourg Student Visa from Nigeria
The process can be broken down into the following steps:
Step 1: Get admission to a Luxembourg higher education institution
Secure admission to an eligible Luxembourg higher education institution and obtain the relevant document.
Step 2: Prepare your temporary authorization to stay documents
Gather your documents, including your passport, insurance, financial evidence, and other supporting documents.
Step 3: Apply for Temporary Authorization to Stay
Submit the authorization to stay application to the Luxembourg immigration authorities through the diplomatic representation in Nigeria.
Step 4: Wait for ATS approval
A complete application is normally processed within 60 days, although this may not be the case for everyone.
Step 5: Complete the Type D visa application
After your temporary Authorization to stay has been approved, prepare your Type D visa application.
Step 6: Create a TLScontact Account
Create an account on the Official TLScontact website used for Luxembourg visa applications in Nigeria.
Image text: TLScontact page
Alt text: An image showing the official TLScontact page
Step 7: Book your TLScontact Appointment
After creating your account, follow the TLScontact instructions to select the appropriate visa category and book an appointment.
Step 8: Attend your Appointment
Attend the TLScontact center with your passport, Temporary Authorization stay, and your completed visa application form.
Step 9: Pay the visa and TLScontact fees
Pay the applicable visa fee and TLScontact service fee. The exact amount payable in naira may change because euro-denominated fees are converted into local currency using the applicable consular exchange rate.
Step 10: Wait for the student visa decision
After submission, the responsible authorities assess the application. If the Type D visa is granted, you can use it to travel to Luxembourg within its validity period, then complete the post-arrival formalities.
Where to Apply for a Luxembourg Student Visa in Nigeria
Luxembourg has no embassy or consulate in Nigeria; all student visa applications are handled by TLScontact on behalf of the Belgian Embassy in Abuja, which represents Luxembourg’s consular interests locally. You can submit your application at either of these centres:
Address: Third Floor, Murkhtar El-Yakub Place, beside Metro Plaza, Plot 1129 Zakariya Maimalari Street, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria
Address: Fourth Floor, Ivie House, 4/6 Ajose Adeogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Both centres accept appointments Monday to Friday, typically between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm, and appointments must be booked in advance.
Luxembourg Student Visa Fees
The full Luxembourg student visa price can vary in Nigeria due to the exchange rate and embassy changes in price
|
Items |
Cost in Euro |
Cost in naira (₦) |
|
Visa fee |
€80 |
₦128,880 |
|
Resident permit |
€80 |
₦128,880 |
There are other fees you will have to pay during your application process besides your visa fees, like translation and appointment fees. A trusted agency can handle your entire student visa process for Luxembourg for ₦ 400,000 to ₦ 1.8 million, depending on your situation.
Can International Students Work in Luxembourg?
Yes, Official Luxembourg guidance currently allows qualifying students to work for an average of up to 15 hours per week outside of their study time. This is generally available throughout your academic year and not limited to a single month.
Frequently asked questions
The financial requirement is based on at least 80% of the current social inclusion income.
Luxembourg’s official student guidance specifies an original bank certificate and bank statements for the previous six months when you use bank evidence to demonstrate sufficient resources.
The basic process is: get admission, apply for and receive your Temporary Authorization to stay, then complete your Type D visa application through TLScontact, including booking and attending your appointment and paying the required fees before traveling.
Conclusion
For a Nigerian student, getting a Luxembourg student visa is a process, not a single application. If you have already received admission, your first major immigration step is normally the Temporary Authorization to Stay, not the Type D visa.
You also need to prepare strong financial evidence. The current requirement is based on 80% of Luxembourg’s social inclusion income, which is €1,517.58 per month or €18,210.96 for 12 months.
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