Luxembourg · Investor / Golden Visa

Residence permit for investors

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-09 · Our methodology
6/10 diff
Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
Processing
90+ days
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Not required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
36 months
Processing Time
90+ days
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
6/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18+
Job Offer RequiredNo
Sponsorship RequiredNo
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Luxembourg City
Single (monthly)€2,800
Family (monthly)€6,500
Rent 1BR (center)€1,800
Groceries€450
Transport pass€100
Esch-sur-Alzette
Single (monthly)€2,200
Family (monthly)€5,200
Rent 1BR (center)€1,400
Groceries€400
Transport pass€80
Differdange
Single (monthly)€2,000
Family (monthly)€4,800
Rent 1BR (center)€1,250
Groceries€380
Transport pass€75

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Residence permit for investors?

The Residence permit for investors is an immigration pathway offered by Luxembourg. It falls under the Investor / Golden Visa category.

Can the Residence permit for investors lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Luxembourg?

Yes. Luxembourg offers 4 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Luxembourg country page.

What is the cost of living in Luxembourg?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Luxembourg City: €2,800/mo; Esch-sur-Alzette: €2,200/mo; Differdange: €2,000/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

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Data last verified: 2026-06-09 · See our methodology

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