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description: "Citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Luxembourg and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €30 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Luxembourg visa for citizens of Pakistan

Citizens of Pakistan 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.*

Official application site: https://www.vfsglobal.com/en/individuals/index.html

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Short-stay Schengen Visa (Type C)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 15–45 days
- **Government fee:** €90 + €30 service fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** €50 per day of stay

## How to apply

1. **Determine visa type** — Identify that you need a short-stay Schengen visa for tourism/business/visit.
2. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed above.
3. **Complete visa application form** — Fill the Schengen application form online or manually.
4. **Book appointment via VFS Global** — Schedule an appointment at the VFS center in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi.
5. **Pay visa and service fees** — Pay the €90 visa fee plus VFS service fee of approx. €30.
6. **Attend appointment and submit documents** — Submit documents in person; provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
7. **Track application** — Use VFS tracking number to monitor status online.
8. **Collect passport** — Passport with visa will be returned by courier or in person.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least two blank pages** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area.
- **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity)
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm)** (Identity): White background, taken within the last 6 months.
- **Travel itinerary (round-trip flight reservation)** (Travel): Not yet purchased – reservation only.
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter)** (Travel): For the entire duration of stay.
- **Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid throughout the Schengen area.
- **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements last 3 months)** (Financial): At least €50 per day of stay.
- **Employment letter with leave approval and salary details** (Employment): For employed applicants.
- **Business registration or NOC (if self-employed)** (Employment, optional): Applicable for self-employed individuals.
- **Sponsorship letter and sponsor's documents if applicable** (Financial, optional): If someone else is funding the trip.
- **Copy of national ID card (CNIC)** (Identity): Pakistani CNIC copy.
- **Family registration certificate (if applicable)** (Identity, optional): For family visits.
- **Visa application fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Proof of payment of visa fee.
- **Return envelope with tracking number (if applying by courier)** (Supporting, optional): Only if returning passport by courier.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Sponsor's bank statements & letter
- Cash traveler's cheques

Proof of sufficient funds must clearly show the applicant's name and balance.

## Good to know

- Visa application must be submitted no earlier than 6 months before travel.
- Incomplete documentation may lead to rejection.
- Biometrics are required; they are valid for 59 months for subsequent Schengen applications.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Provide bank statements with consistent balance above minimum requirements.
- **Missing or invalid travel insurance** — Purchase insurance covering €30,000 in medical expenses.
- **Incorrect or incomplete application form** — Double-check all fields and sign the form.
- **Previous overstay or visa violation in Schengen area** — Ensure compliance with all previous visa conditions.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Luxembourg and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Short-stay Schengen Visa (Type C).

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

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: €90 + €30 service fee.

### How long does Luxembourg visa processing take?

Typically 15–45 days.

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

Valid passport with at least two blank pages; Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm); Travel itinerary (round-trip flight reservation); Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter); Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); and 8 more.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.vfsglobal.com/en/individuals/index.html

## Sources

- [vfsglobal.com](https://www.vfsglobal.com/en/individuals/index.html)

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