Luxembourg Visa RequirementsFor Mauritania passport holders
Mauritanian citizens require a Schengen C-type short-stay visa to visit Luxembourg. Luxembourg is a founding Schengen member and one of Europe's smallest but wealthiest countries. The visa covers all Schengen states.
Mauritania passport holders require a visa to enter Luxembourg.
Apply at the Luxembourg Embassy or through the embassy of Belgium or France which may represent Luxembourg in Mauritania. Required documents include a valid passport, completed Schengen application form, biometric photos, travel insurance, confirmed flight and hotel bookings, 3 months of bank statements, and proof of occupation. The fee is EUR 80.
Luxembourg is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Mauritania to Luxembourg: What You Need to Know
Luxembourg is a founding Schengen state and does not offer visa-free access to Mauritanian citizens. The Schengen visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Luxembourg's consular services may be limited in West Africa, so applicants might need to apply through a Belgian or French embassy.
How to Get There
Luxembourg is small and well connected by road to neighboring Belgium, France, and Germany. No internal transport issues within the Schengen area once you hold a valid Schengen visa.
Money & Banking
Luxembourg uses the Euro (EUR). Card payments are almost universally accepted. ATMs are available throughout the country. Luxembourg is a cashless-friendly country.
Practical Tips
1. Luxembourg City is known for its banking sector and medieval fortifications, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
2. Check whether the Luxembourg Embassy represents itself or if Belgium/France handles applications in Mauritania.
3. Luxembourg borders Belgium, France, and Germany - ideal for a multi-country Schengen trip.
4. Apply at least 3-4 weeks before travel.
5. Luxembourg uses the Euro; card acceptance is near universal.