Luxembourg Visa RequirementsFor Saudi Arabia passport holders
Saudi passport holders require a Schengen visa for Luxembourg. The fee is EUR 80. Luxembourg is one of the world's wealthiest countries per capita and home to key EU institutions. Luxembourg City's old town and fortifications are UNESCO-listed.
Saudi Arabia passport holders require a visa to enter Luxembourg.
Contact the Luxembourg Embassy in Riyadh or VFS Global for application arrangements. Standard Schengen documentation: passport, photos, form, EUR 80, travel insurance, bookings, financial evidence. Processing 2 to 4 weeks.
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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
Required Documents
Schengen Visa Application Form
Completed and signed form submitted to the Luxembourg Embassy or VFS Global in Saudi Arabia.
Valid Saudi Passport
Valid for at least 3 months after intended departure from Schengen Zone, with at least 2 blank pages.
Passport Photos
Two recent biometric photos (35x45mm) on white background.
Bank Statements (3 months)
Showing adequate funds for your stay (guideline: EUR 50 per day).
Employment Letter
From Saudi employer confirming position, salary, and approved leave.
Travel Insurance
Minimum EUR 30,000 medical and repatriation coverage valid across the Schengen Area.
Hotel Bookings
Confirmed accommodation for all nights in the Schengen Zone.
Round-trip Flight Itinerary
Confirmed outbound and return flight reservations.
Current Travel Situation
Saudi Arabia to Luxembourg: What You Need to Know
Luxembourg is a Schengen member and tiny grand duchy situated between Belgium, France, and Germany. It is one of the wealthiest countries globally and hosts the European Court of Justice, Court of Auditors, and several other EU institutions. Luxembourg City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its defensive walls and old town. Luxembourg is typically included as part of a multi-country Benelux or Western Europe itinerary.
How to Get There
Riyadh (RUH) to Luxembourg (LUX) connects via Frankfurt, Brussels, or Paris. Luxair and Lufthansa serve this route. Total travel approximately 6 to 8 hours.
Money & Banking
Luxembourg uses the Euro (EUR). Luxembourg is expensive, comparable to Switzerland. Hotels in Luxembourg City run EUR 150 to EUR 350 per night. Excellent restaurants at mid-high prices.
Practical Tips
Luxembourg City highlights: The Bock Casemates (underground fortifications, UNESCO), Grand Ducal Palace, Place d'Armes (city center), and the Grund lower city with riverside walking paths.
Day trips: Vianden Castle (1 hour north, one of Europe's finest medieval castles), Mullerthal Trail (Luxembourg's Little Switzerland) for hiking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Saudi nationals need a Schengen visa for Luxembourg?
Yes. Saudi nationals require a Schengen visa for Luxembourg. Apply at the Luxembourg Embassy representation in Riyadh or via VFS Global. Fee EUR 80. Processing takes 2 to 4 weeks.
How small is Luxembourg and how much time is needed to see it?
Luxembourg is one of Europe's smallest countries (2,586 km2, population 660,000). Luxembourg City can be thoroughly explored in 1 full day. The countryside (Vianden Castle in the north, the Mullerthal region in the east) adds another 1 to 2 days. Luxembourg is typically included as part of a Benelux or France-Belgium-Luxembourg combination trip.
What is Luxembourg City's UNESCO designation?
Luxembourg City's old quarters and fortifications were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. The designation covers the Bock Casemates (historic underground fortifications extending 17km through the cliff), the old town on the plateau, and the historic bridges and viaducts over the Petrusse and Alzette valleys.
Why is Luxembourg one of the world's wealthiest countries?
Luxembourg's wealth comes from its position as Europe's leading financial and investment fund center (second only to the US globally for investment funds). EU institutions and international courts based in Luxembourg also contribute. The steel industry was historically important. Luxembourg has attracted multinational European headquarters due to favorable corporate tax conditions.
Are there halal restaurants in Luxembourg City?
Yes. Luxembourg City has a growing Portuguese, African, and Eastern European Muslim community. Turkish and Middle Eastern restaurants are available in the city center and Bonnevoie neighborhood. The halal dining scene is smaller than in Brussels or Paris but adequate.
What day trip from Luxembourg City is most recommended?
Vianden Castle is the most impressive day trip (1 hour north by bus). The 14th-century Gothic-Romanesque castle overlooks the Our River valley and is one of the largest feudal residences west of the Rhine. The castle is open year-round with a comprehensive interior exhibition. The chair lift (telepherique) above the town provides excellent castle views.