Luxembourg, officially the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, is a landlocked country in western Europe. It is bordered by Belgium to the west and north, Germany to the east, and France to the south. It comprises two principal regions: the Oesling in the north as part of the Ardennes massif, and the Gutland ("good country") in the south. With an area of 2,586 square kilometers (998 sq mi), it is one of the smallest sovereign states in Europe. Luxembourg had a population of 524,853 in October 2012, ranking it the 8th least-populous country in Europe.
Tourism in Luxembourg is an important component of the national economy, representing about 8.3% of GDP in 2009 and employing some 25,000 people or 11.7% of the working population. Despite the 2008–2012 global recession, the Grand Duchy still welcomes over 900,000 visitors a year who spend an average of 2.5 nights in hotels, hostels or on camping sites. Business travel is flourishing representing 44% of overnight stays in the country and 60% in the capital, up 11% and 25% between 2009 and 2010. Published by the World Economic Forum in March 2011, the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report puts Luxembourg in 15th place worldwide, up from 23rd place in 2009.
Major destinations are historic Luxembourg City, the medieval castle of Vianden, Echternach with its abbey and the wine districts of the Moselle valley. The Mullerthal with its rocky cliffs in the east and the mountainous Oesling district in the Ardennes to the north are also favourites for outdoor enthusiasts.
Luxembourg has good road and rail and air connections with the rest of Europe, making it an increasingly popular destination for international meetings as well as for extended weekend stays. Over half the visitors to Luxembourg come from the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany with substantial numbers from France, the United Kingdom and the United States. Camping is popular in Luxembourg, particularly with the Dutch, who camp for much longer than other nationalities, especially in the Ardennes and the Mullerthal.
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Tourist Visa Requirements:
A tourist visa is only intended to allow a foreign national to visit Luxembourg for a limited period of time (up to 90 days). This category of visa caters to people wishing to visit Luxembourg for touristic purposes either through buying a tour or through self-bookings of tickets and hotel.
- The Applicant should have a passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of return and with at least 2 blank pages available for the visa. One photocopy of the data pages is also required.
- One application form to be filled in completely and signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport size photographs in color on white background. One photo should be pasted (not stapled) on the form and the other photo to be given along with the application. Photographs should be of size 3.5cm x 4.5cm, in colour with good resemblance, 70-80% face coverage. Photograph should not be more than 6 months old.
- Proof of accommodation (confirmed hotel booking).
- Complete travel program including itinerary, dates and places to be visited.
- A copy of the confirmed return ticket to India or the confirmation of the reservation.
- Covering letter on a business letterhead (original) from your employer/company/school stating your position, the length of your service and the confirmation that the adequate leave/vacation has been granted.
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover all expenses during your stay such as:
- Salary/Pension slips of the last three months.
- Status of personal bank account for the last three months in letter from your bank, including the name and signature of the bank manager (original).
- Letter from your bank (original) stating credit limit on your credit card.
- Income Tax return for at least 2 years (Proof of paid Income tax).
- Overseas medical travel insurance valid for all Schengen countries for the whole duration of your stay with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for all risks like accident, urgent medical attention, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation. For multiple entry visas, an additional declaration covering further journeys accordingly needs to be signed. Approved list of Indian Travel Insurance Companies providing Travel Medical Insurance for Schengen Visa. We provide Travel Medical Insurance for Schengen Visa.
- Minors under the age of 18 if traveling alone have to provide a written consent certified by public notary of both parents or guardians having the custody of the minor. If traveling with one parent only, a written consent certified by public notary of the other parent or guardian is required.
Business Visa Requirements:
A business visa is only intended to allow a foreign national to visit Luxembourg for a limited period of time (up to 90 days). This category of visa caters for people wishing to visit Luxembourg for business reasons but does not allow carrying out a professional activity.
- The Applicant should have a passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of return and with at least 2 blank pages available for the visa. One photocopy of the data pages is also required.
- One application form to be filled in completely and signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport size photographs in color on white background. One photo should be pasted (not stapled) on the form and the other photo to be given along with the application. Photographs should be of size 3.5cm x 4.5cm, in colour with good resemblance, 70-80% face coverage. Photograph should not be more than 6 months old.
- Proof of accommodation (confirmed hotel booking).
- A copy of the confirmed return ticket to India or the confirmation of the reservation.
- Invitation letter from the inviting company in Luxembourg mentioning the purpose of the visit including the complete business program with planned visits and/or meetings to attend.
- Covering letter on a business letterhead (original) from the Indian company stating your position, the length of your service and the purpose of your visit.
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover all expenses during your stay such as:
- Letter from the inviting/employing company (original) + company bank statements, including the name and signature of the bank branch manager, of the last three months if the inviting/employing company pays for the cost of traveling.
- Salary slips + status of personal bank account for the last three months in letter from your bank, including the name and signature of the bank branch manager (original) if the cost of traveling is paid by yourself.
- Letter from your bank (original) stating credit limit on your credit card.
- Income Tax return for at least 2 years (Proof of paid Income tax).
- Overseas medical travel insurance valid for all Schengen countries for the whole duration of your stay with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for all risks like accident, urgent medical attention, emergency hospital treatment and repatriation. For multiple entry visas, an additional declaration covering further journeys accordingly needs to be signed. Approved list of Indian Travel Insurance Companies providing Travel Medical Insurance for Schengen Visa. We provide Travel Medical Insurance for Schengen Visa.
- For Business purpose, applicant himself/herself, authorized company representative and Travel agent can come for the submission at Visas of The World on applicants behalf.
- Important notice: Please note that this is not an exhaustive list. You may be required to provide additional documents and/or to appear for a personal interview at the Embassy of Luxembourg.
