Immigration case studies Luxembourg: illustrative examples 2026
Frequent profiles · High-value cases
These case studies present the most frequent and most structuring situations we coordinate in Luxembourg, from the highly qualified developer to the high-net-worth investor. Each case illustrates the profile, the challenge, the solution and an indicative timeframe, to help you place your own project.
Important note. The cases below are illustrative examples, representative of frequently encountered situations. They do not describe an identified client and constitute neither a promise of outcome nor a commitment on timing. Each file is reviewed individually and the decision rests with the competent authorities.
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1. Blue Card shortage · software developer, South Asia
Profile. A single software developer, third-country national, with an offer from a Luxembourg tech company.
Challenge. The degree is not recognised straight away.
Solution. Shortage-occupation classification confirmed, IT experience recognised in place of the diploma. See the IT developer profile and the Blue Card.
Outcome. Blue Card at the reduced threshold, indicative timeframe of a few weeks depending on the authorities.
2. Blue Card shortage · data engineer, Latin America
Profile. A data engineer with a spouse, recruited in tech.
Challenge. Recognition of the background and certifications.
Solution. Apostille and sworn translation coordinated, complete file at first filing.
Outcome. Blue Card shortage occupation, indicative timeframe of a few weeks to a few months.
3. Standard Blue Card · fund manager, Southern Africa
Profile. A fund manager with spouse and children, salary above the standard threshold.
Challenge. Bringing the family quickly.
Solution. Blue Card and accelerated family reunification coordinated in parallel.
Outcome. Blue Card at the standard 65,652 EUR threshold, intra-EU mobility after twelve months.
4. Standard Blue Card · compliance officer, Middle East
Profile. A single compliance officer in the financial industry.
Challenge. Confirming the 2026 threshold and the qualification.
Solution. Validation of the applicable threshold and the qualification file.
Outcome. Standard Blue Card, a high-value profile often combined with wealth structuring.
5. Self-employed · consultant, North Africa
Profile. A consultant wishing to work in their own name.
Challenge. Demonstrating the viability and economic interest of the activity.
Solution. Structured business plan and a favourable opinion on economic interest. See self-employed.
Outcome. Self-employed residence permit, indicative timeframe of several months.
6. Company and residence · SaaS founder, South Asia
Profile. A startup founder with a spouse, establishing their activity in Luxembourg.
Challenge. Running the company and residence in parallel.
Solution. Company formation (SARL-S), accounting and immigration under a single point of contact via our multidisciplinary hub.
Outcome. Company incorporated and the right residence route run together.
7. Investor route · investor, Gulf
Profile. An investor with spouse and children making a qualifying investment.
Challenge. A complex source-of-funds file.
Solution. Compliant source of funds and coordinated structuring. See the investor route and wealth protection.
Outcome. Investor route, indicative timeframe of several months.
8. Family office · wealthy family, North America
Profile. A wealthy family transferring residence and wealth governance.
Challenge. Coordinating relocation and wealth governance.
Solution. A family office approach, residence and structuring coordinated with Financial Services Luxembourg.
Outcome. Settlement and wealth governance set up in a coordinated way.
9. Family reunification · spouse, Southeast Asia
Profile. The spouse of a Blue Card holder.
Challenge. Foreign civil-status documents to bring into compliance.
Solution. Apostille, sworn translation and filing of the family reunification file.
Outcome. Family reunification, indicative timeframe of a few weeks to a few months.
10. Citizenship · long-term resident, Lusophone diaspora
Profile. A long-settled resident, with spouse and children.
Challenge. Preparing the Sproochentest and civil status.
Solution. Preparation of language and civic instruction, consolidated civil-status file. See citizenship.
Outcome. Citizenship route, indicative timeframe of several months.
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Illustrative examples with no contractual value, not describing an identified client. immigrate.lu is published by Financial Services Luxembourg SARL-S, a chartered accounting firm (RCS Luxembourg B 213987). Reserved legal acts are handled by Maître Cora Maglo, avocate à la Cour (CERNO Law Firm), Luxembourg Bar.
FAQ
Are these case studies real clients?+
No, these case studies are illustrative examples representative of frequent situations; they do not describe an identified client and constitute no promise of outcome or timing.
What are the most frequent immigration profiles in Luxembourg?+
The most frequent immigration profiles in Luxembourg include the IT developer on a Blue Card, the highly qualified finance professional, family reunification and the citizenship of long-term residents.
Which immigration journeys have the highest value?+
The highest-value immigration journeys include the investor, company formation and the family office approach, which combine immigration and wealth structuring.
How long does an immigration file take in Luxembourg?+
An immigration file in Luxembourg generally takes a few weeks to a few months depending on the route, the completeness of the file and the authorities; we give a realistic schedule at the first diagnosis.