Luxembourg offers a seasonal worker visa for non-EU citizens to work in specific sectors during their peak seasons. The visa allows stays between 1 week and a maximum of 5 months within 12 months. Renewals might be possible to reach the 5-month limit but you’ll need to leave Luxembourg when the visa expires.
Who can apply?
- Citizens from countries outside the European Union (EU).
What jobs are eligible?
- This visa is designed for seasonal work in sectors like:
- Agriculture (harvesting)
- Horticulture
- Tourism
- Hospitality
What are the visa requirements?
- A signed seasonal job contract with a Luxembourg company. This is crucial as the company needs to first demonstrate they couldn’t find a local or EU candidate to fill the position.
- You’ll need a completed visa application form.
- Valid passport.
- Proof of sufficient financial resources for your stay.
- Proof of health insurance coverage.
What’s the visa process?
- Find a seasonal job: Look for positions advertised online or directly contact companies in Luxembourg.
- Secure a job offer: Negotiate and sign a seasonal work contract with your employer.
- Employer applies for LMIA (optional): In some cases, your employer might need to apply for a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to prove they couldn’t find a local candidate.
- Apply for the visa: Once you have a job offer (and LMIA if required), submit your visa application to the Luxembourg embassy or consulate in your home country.
For detailed information and application forms, refer to the official Luxembourg government website: https://guichet.public.lu/en/citoyens/immigration/plus-3-mois/ressortissant-tiers/travailleur-saisonnier/saisonnier-pays-tiers.html
