Russians in Luxembourg
Move to Luxembourg from Russia
If you want to move to Luxembourg from Russia, there are clear legal routes open to compliant applicants: qualified employment, study and family reunification. As third-country nationals (non-EU), Russians fall under specific rules, and since 2022 every case begins with strict compliance screening. Here is how we work, and what we will not do.
EU Blue Card Work permit Student visa Family reunification
Compliance first: sanctions and enhanced checks
Since 2022, the European Union has adopted restrictive measures (sanctions) that affect many dealings involving Russia. Luxembourg banks and authorities apply enhanced due diligence to Russian nationals, especially on the source of funds. That is a fact, not a reason to panic.
immigrate.lu applies strict sanctions screening and know-your-customer (KYC) checks at the start of every engagement. We focus on legitimate immigration routes. Our limits are plain:
- We cannot and will not help anyone circumvent sanctions or restrictive measures.
- We do not act for sanctioned persons or entities.
- We require complete, transparent documentation, with no exceptions.
If a case raises a compliance risk we cannot clear, we say so directly and we go no further. That discipline protects the client as much as it protects us.
Qualified employment: Blue Card and work permit
For many Russians with a degree or solid experience, qualified employment is the most direct way to move to Luxembourg from Russia. The EU Blue Card targets highly qualified profiles holding a Luxembourg contract. For 2026, the gross annual salary threshold is 65,652 EUR, with a reduced threshold of 47,174 EUR for certain shortage occupations. These figures can change, so we verify them case by case.
If your profile does not fit the Blue Card, a standard work permit remains an option when an employer based in Luxembourg hires you. In both cases, the residence authorisation is requested before arrival, and the employer plays a central role in the process.
Study and family reunification
The student visa lets you follow a recognised programme, provided you prove admission, resources and housing. It is also a stepping stone toward qualified employment once you graduate.
Family reunification covers the spouse and children of a lawful resident. Income, housing and insurance conditions apply, and the same compliance screening covers every family member.
Russian documents: recognition, apostille, sworn translation
Your Russian documents need careful preparation. Depending on the profession, diploma recognition or registration of your qualification may be required. Civil and academic records usually need an apostille and then a translation by a sworn translator. We flag which documents to prepare early, so you avoid back-and-forth with the authorities.
Wealth and investment: proceed with caution
Wealth and investment routes face particularly strict scrutiny for Russian nationals, with case-by-case review of the source of funds and applicable sanctions. Some options may simply not be feasible right now. We do not present wealth relocation as easy. The investor visa is mentioned here only to underline that level of vigilance.
Nationality and timeline
After several years of lawful residence, some people consider naturalisation. Luxembourg allows dual nationality on its side, but Russia applies its own rules, which you should check before acting. We do not give legal advice on this point; reserved acts are handled by our partner lawyer.
Start with a compliance and eligibility assessment
A clear first conversation about your situation, your documents and the most realistic route, with no promise of timelines or outcomes.
immigrate.lu is an immigration advisory house published by Financial Services Luxembourg SARL-S. Reserved legal acts are handled by Maître Cora Maglo, avocate à la Cour (CERNO Law Firm), Luxembourg Bar.
FAQ
Can Russians still move to Luxembourg from Russia in 2026?+
You can still move to Luxembourg from Russia through legal routes: qualified employment, study and family reunification. Russians are third-country nationals, and every case starts with a compliance and eligibility assessment before any application is filed.
How does immigrate.lu handle sanctions and enhanced due diligence?+
Sanctions and enhanced due diligence are handled at the start of each engagement: we run strict sanctions screening and KYC checks, we require transparent documentation, and we never help circumvent restrictive measures or act for sanctioned persons or entities.
What salary is needed for the EU Blue Card in Luxembourg?+
For the EU Blue Card, the gross annual salary threshold is 65,652 EUR in 2026, with a reduced threshold of 47,174 EUR for certain shortage occupations. These figures can change and are verified case by case against your specific contract.
Will my Russian diploma be recognised in Luxembourg?+
Recognition of a Russian diploma depends on the profession you target. Documents usually need an apostille and then a sworn translation, and sometimes formal recognition or official registration. We set out the exact list to prepare from the outset.
Can Russians invest to obtain a residence permit?+
For Russian nationals, investment and wealth routes face particularly strict scrutiny, with review of the source of funds and applicable sanctions. Some options may not be feasible, and we never present these steps as easy or guaranteed.
Does Luxembourg allow dual nationality for Russians?+
Luxembourg allows dual nationality on its side, but Russia applies its own rules that you should check before acting. We do not give legal advice on this; reserved legal acts are handled by our partner lawyer.