Dual Citizenship In Luxembourg: An Expats Guide

Considering making Luxembourg your second home? Dual citizenship in Luxembourg offers a wealth of opportunities, from enhanced mobility within the EU to a robust social welfare system. Don’t Worry! We’ve got you covered for this!
Whether you’re drawn by the grand duchy’s booming economy or its rich cultural tapestry, navigating the path to dual citizenship here can be both exciting and challenging. Let’s unravel the process and benefits together.
Let’s dive in!
Is It Possible To Have Dual Citizenship In Luxembourg?

Yes, Luxembourg accepts dual citizenship as of January 2009. This means that you can retain your Luxembourgian and another citizenship.
However, you must first determine whether the other country in which you are a citizen recognizes dual citizenship. If not, you must decide whether to revoke your Luxembourgian citizenship or your existing citizenship.
Articles In Luxembourg

There are numerous Articles in Luxembourg law that allow you to obtain dual citizenship!
Articles 7

To be eligible under Article 7, you must have an all-male ancestor born inside the present borders of Luxembourg between 1815 and 1945. There is no need to travel to Luxembourg.
You also qualify if you were born in 1969 or later and your mother’s ancestry is all male tracing back to an ancestor born between 1815 and 1945 within the contemporary borders of Luxembourg.
Initial Consultation
Consultation call would be around 30-45 minutes to discuss your eligibility, an explanation of the citizenship procedure, a breakdown of fees, and the opportunity to ask questions.
ALL applicants over the age of 18 must complete this form. Payment is due at the conclusion of the initial consultation session.
- $150 for LACS Members* (Additional $50 for each additional adult family member with the same qualified ancestor)
- Non-Member: $250 (plus an extra $100 for each subsequent adult family member with the same qualified ancestor).
Document Submission

In Luxembourg, vital certificates must be obtained. Payment is due at the time of document submission.
- $300 for each LACS Member* (an additional $75 for every individual having the same qualified ancestor)
- Non-members will be charged $500 (plus an extra $150 for each person with the same eligible ancestor).
ARTICLE 23
To qualify under Article 23, you must have a parent or grandmother who is or was a Luxembourg citizen. Travel to Luxembourg is essential in order to present the Stage Two Packet.
Initial Consultation
Consultation call lasting 30-45 minutes to discuss your eligibility, an explanation of the citizenship procedure, a breakdown of fees, and the opportunity to ask questions.
ALL applicants over the age of 18 must complete this form. Payment is due at the conclusion of the initial consultation session.
- Members: $150 for LACS Members* (Additional $50 for each additional adult family member with the same qualified ancestor)
- Non-Member: $250 (plus an extra $100 for each subsequent adult family member with the same qualified ancestor).
Submission At Stage One
In Luxembourg, vital certificates must be obtained. Payment is due at the time of document submission.
- $300 for each LACS Member* (an additional $75 for every individual having the same qualified ancestor)
- Non-members will be charged $500 (plus an extra $150 for each person with the same eligible ancestor).
Stage Two Preparation
Completing the Application Process, which includes information on required documents, creation of the Application Packet, and instructions and guidance for the Application Packet presentation.
- $300 for LACS Members
- $700 for Non-Members
Additional Fees: There are fees for translating documents that are not in English, French, German, or Luxembourgish. Any lapsed submission fees will be applied to the total for each packet.
Posthumous Application
Posthumous applications are permitted if a deceased parent or grandparent would have qualified under Article 7. Travel to Luxembourg is essential in order to present the Stage Two Packet.
This process is performed by applying through Article 7 on behalf of the deceased parent or grandparent, while you can apply for citizenship through Article 23.
Initial Consultation
Consultation call lasting 30-45 minutes discussing your qualifications, overview of the citizenship process, description of fees, and opportunity for questions.
Required for ALL applicants over 18 years old. Payment is required at the end of the initial consultation session.
- $150 for LACS Member* (An additional $50 will be charged for each additional adult family member with the same qualifying ancestor)
- $250 for Non-Member (An additional $100 will be charged for each additional adult family member with the same qualifying ancestor)
Document Submission At Stage One
In Luxembourg, vital certificates must be obtained. Payment is due at the time of document submission.
- $300 for each LACS Member* (an additional $75 for every individual having the same qualified ancestor)
- Non-members will be charged $500 (plus an extra $150 for each person with the same eligible ancestor).
Stage One (Packet Formation)
Completing the Application Process, which includes information on required documents, creation of the Application Packet, and instructions and guidance for the Application Packet presentation.
- $300 per LACS Member*
- $700 per Non-Member
Additional Fees
There are fees for translating documents that are not in English, French, German, or Luxembourgish. Any lapsed submission fees will be applied to each packet’s total.
ARTICLE NO. 89
Article 89, Stage One, must have been presented to Luxembourg by December 31, 2018.
The Luxembourg government has extended the deadline for submitting your Stage 2 documentation in Luxembourg to December 31, 2025. This only applies to candidates who submitted Stage 1 before December 31, 2018.
Stage Two
Completing the Application Process, which includes information on required documents, creation of the Application Packet, and instructions and guidance for the Application Packet presentation.
- Additional Fees: $300 For LACS Members*, $700 For Non-Members
There are fees for translating documents that are not in English, French, German, or Luxembourgish.
Any lapsed submission fees will be applied to each packet’s total.
How Long Do I Have To Live In Luxembourg To Become A Citizen?

To become a Luxembourg citizen as an expat, you must have been a legal resident of Luxembourg for at least five years, including a continuous period of one year before applying for citizenship.
This is known as naturalization for citizenship. Other conditions, such as passing a Luxembourg language test or having a clean criminal record, are also included.
Other means to obtain Luxembourg citizenship include:
- Citizenship by birth
- Citizenship through Adoption
How To Apply For Luxembourg Citizenship?
There are two major ways to obtain voluntary Luxembourg citizenship. Citizenship by naturalization and citizenship by option are the two options.
Luxembourg Citizenship By Naturalisation
Any third-country national who meets the key requirements can obtain Luxembourg citizenship by naturalization. These are the following:
- You are over the age of 18.
- You have lived in Luxembourg legally for at least five years (the year immediately preceding your application for citizenship must be continuous).
- You have a basic understanding of Luxembourgish (A2 level spoken, B1 comprehension).
- You have taken the “Vivre Ensemble au Grand-Duché de Luxembourg” course or completed the exam and have an understanding of Luxembourgish civics.
- During the naturalization procedure, you have not made any false claims, concealed any crucial facts, or acted fraudulently.
- You do not have a criminal record that includes a prison term of 12 months or more or a suspended sentence of 24 months or more.
Once you’ve met all of the prerequisites, the next step is to gather the required documents for the application, which should include the following:
- a duplicate of your birth certificate
- a photocopy of your passport
- completed, signed, and dated biographical questionnaire
- Criminal record certificates from your country of citizenship and any other countries where you have lived since the age of 18 in the 15 years before your application for Luxembourg citizenship.
- Passing the Luxembourgish language exam certificate
- Certificate proving attendance at the “Vivre ensemble au Grand-Duché de Luxembourg” course or passing the exam
The paperwork is then submitted to the civil registrar in Luxembourg. The application will be reviewed by the Ministry of Justice’s Nationality Office.
They may request additional documents if they determine that the ones you’ve submitted are insufficient or inappropriate in some way.
Naturalization will be granted (or denied) by the Minister of Justice within eight months after the submission date. This timetable is usually strictly adhered to. In many circumstances, it may be done in less than eight months.
Luxembourg Citizenship By Option
There are ten particular situations in which a non-Luxembourgish national can obtain citizenship by option. Citizenship by option is available in the following circumstances:
- Adults who have a Luxembourgish parent, adoptive parent, or grandparent.
- Marriage to a Luxembourgish national by the parents of a Luxembourgish minor
- Adults who have finished 7 years of schooling in Luxembourg and were born in Luxembourg.
- Adults who have been lawfully residing in Luxembourg for at least 20 years
- Adults who have completed the Welcome and Integration Contract (Contrat d’accueil et d’intégration) responsibilities
- Adults who arrived in Luxembourg before reaching the age of 18
- Adults having stateless status, refugee status, or secondary protection status
- Soldiers who volunteered
If none of these situations apply to you, going the naturalization route will probably be a better fit. It is also much faster than Option 6, which requires 20 years of legal residency in Luxembourg.
Application Fees For Luxembourg Citizenship
Unlike in many other countries, the naturalization procedure in Luxembourg is free of charge, though there are few related charges for providing the necessary documents.
How Can I Obtain A Resident Permit In Luxembourg?
To obtain Luxembourg citizenship through naturalization or investment, you must first reside in Luxembourg for at least five years.
As a non-EU citizen, you’ll need a residence permit to stay longer than the standard 90-day tourist visa. Luxembourg has a variety of options for obtaining residency, including jobs, self-employment, and family reunification.
If you have enough money to support yourself without working in Luxembourg (for example, from remote employment with a non-Luxembourg employer or dividends from an online business situated outside of Luxembourg), you can apply for a unique residency route.
Residency For Private Reasons
This is the best route for remote workers and online businesses interested in beginning their EU citizenship journey in Luxembourg. This residency pathway will be discussed in further depth in the following section.
Luxembourg Residency For Personal Reasons
This is the path to take if you wish to stay in Luxembourg for more than three months and have enough money to support yourself. This residency visa can be renewed every three years for a total of five years, which is required to obtain Luxembourg citizenship.
The residency permit can be obtained in two steps.
First: Before Entering The Country
- Apply to the Immigration Directorate for a temporary stay permit.
- If you are from a country that requires a visa to enter Luxembourg, apply for a Type D visa after receiving your temporary stay permit.
Second Stage: Following Entry Into The Country
- Inform your new commune of residency of your arrival.
- Pass a medical examination
- Make an application for a residency permit.
The most significant factor in obtaining private residency is having enough finances to support yourself without having to work in Luxembourg or claim social security.
When you apply, the Ministry will consider the nature and consistency of your resources. They will also compare the sum to the monthly minimum pay for unskilled workers (currently set at EUR 2,313.38, effective April 2022).
You can demonstrate your financial resources by displaying a pension certificate, a bank certificate, or other similar papers.
Residency By Investment In Luxembourg
Luxembourg does not have a citizenship-by-investment program, but it does provide a route to residency for persons who invest in the country. After five years, this can lead to citizenship. The following are examples of investment types:
- New business – EUR 500,000 investment and the creation of 5 jobs in Luxembourg
- Existing enterprises – EUR 500,000 investment in a Luxembourg-based existing business.
- EUR 3 million for management and investment framework
- Holding a bank deposit – EUR 20 million in a Luxembourg bank for 5 years
Most Popular Areas In Luxembourg For Expats
Here are some of the most popular expat destinations in Luxembourg
- The Moselle Valley.
- Echternach.
- Mamer.
- Larochette.
- Esch-sur-Sûre.
Conclusion
Embracing dual citizenship in Luxembourg could be your gateway to a world of new possibilities. While the journey may seem complex, the rewards of belonging to this vibrant and dynamic country are well worth the effort.
Dive into the rich heritage, enjoy the perks of EU membership, and expand your horizons. Your Luxembourg adventure awaits!
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