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title: Luxembourg visa for citizens of Bolivia
description: "Citizens of Bolivia need a visa for Luxembourg and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Luxembourg visa for citizens of Bolivia

Citizens of Bolivia need a visa for Luxembourg and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://www.luxembourg.public.lu/en/informations/visa/vize-beantragen.html

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Short-stay) · Up to 90 days
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 15–45 days
- **Government fee:** €90
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for the last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Identify the correct Schengen short-stay visa category.
2. **Complete the application form** — Fill in the standard Schengen visa application form online or print and sign.
3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the Luxembourg embassy or consulate / VFS centre in Bolivia.
4. **Attend biometrics and submit application** — Provide fingerprints and photo, submit all documents and pay the fee in person.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes approximately 15 calendar days, possibly longer during peak periods.
6. **Collect passport** — Once approved, collect your passport with the visa vignette from the embassy/centre.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, validity at least 3 months beyond intended departure)** (Identity): Two blank pages required.
- **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity)
- **Two recent passport-sized photos (35x45 mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed travel booking** (Travel): Not paid ticket; reservation ok.
- **Travel health insurance (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage for Schengen area)** (Travel): Valid for entire stay.
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement)** (Travel)
- **Bank statements for the last 3 months** (Financial)
- **Proof of employment or studies (employment letter, payslips, or enrollment certificate)** (Employment)
- **Travel medical insurance certificate** (Supporting)
- **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit, itinerary, and ties to home country** (Supporting, optional)
- **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, etc.)** (Supporting, optional)

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** None specified; sufficient to cover stay (approx. 50-100 EUR per day)
- Bank statements
- Sponsorship letter with sponsor's bank statements
- Pay slips

## Good to know

- All documents must be in French, German, English, or accompanied by a certified translation.
- Biometrics are required every 5 years for Schengen visas.
- Applications must be submitted in person; no third-party submission allowed unless exceptional.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Provide recent bank statements showing adequate and regular income.
- **Missing travel insurance or invalid coverage** — Purchase insurance that meets Schengen standards (30,000 EUR minimum).
- **Weak ties to home country** — Include proof of employment, family, property, or other commitments to return.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Bolivia need a visa for Luxembourg?

Citizens of Bolivia need a visa for Luxembourg and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Short-stay) · Up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Bolivia stay in Luxembourg?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Luxembourg visa cost for citizens of Bolivia?

Government fee: €90.

### How long does Luxembourg visa processing take?

Typically 15–45 days.

### What documents do citizens of Bolivia need for Luxembourg?

Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, validity at least 3 months beyond intended departure); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photos (35x45 mm, white background); Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed travel booking; Travel health insurance (minimum 30,000 EUR coverage for Schengen area); Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement); and 5 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Luxembourg?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.luxembourg.public.lu/en/informations/visa/vize-beantragen.html. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [luxembourg.public.lu](https://www.luxembourg.public.lu/en/informations/visa/vize-beantragen.html)

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