🇱🇺 Luxembourg · Entrepreneur
Residence permit for self-employed third-country nationals — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €6,667 |
| Minimum annual salary | €80,000 |
| Proof of savings | €50,000 |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €80 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://guichet.public.lu/en/citoyens/immigration/plus-3-mois/ressortissant-tiers/travailleur-independant/independant.html.
- Typical processing: ~90 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €6,667.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“A third-country national who wishes to come to Luxembourg to carry out an activity as a self-employed worker for a period of more than 3 months must follow a procedure in 2 consecutive steps... then apply for a residence permit for self-employed third-country nationals (the page describes the self-employed residence permit and references long-term resident status only as a separate, distinct route; it does not state this permit leads to permanent”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.