Brazil to Luxembourg
Move to Luxembourg from Brazil
To move to Luxembourg from Brazil is a realistic plan, as long as you pick the right residence route and build a clean file. Brazilians are third-country nationals and need a residence permit, but the Grand Duchy feels familiar from day one: a large Portuguese-speaking community means Portuguese is heard everywhere socially. We coordinate your whole move, from the route you choose to the paperwork you file.
EU Blue Card Work permit Self-employed Student visa
Why Luxembourg works for Brazilians
Luxembourg has one of the highest shares of Portuguese speakers in Europe. For a Brazilian arriving here, that changes daily life: shops, parishes, associations and colleagues who speak Portuguese are easy to find. It does not replace the official process. The administrative languages are French, German and Luxembourgish, and most residence procedures run in French. Portuguese helps you settle socially, not file your case.
One thing is worth checking first. If you have Portuguese or Italian ancestry, you may already qualify for an EU passport (Portugal, Italy). Many Brazilian families meet the conditions without realising it. If that applies to you, everything changes, because an EU citizen needs no residence permit to live and work in Luxembourg. It is worth confirming that route before starting a third-country procedure.
Main routes for Brazilians
Your route depends on your profile, your job and your resources. These are the options we see most often for Brazilians.
- EU Blue Card: for skilled profiles (tech, finance, engineering) with a contract and a high enough salary. For 2026 the pay threshold is 65,652 EUR per year, lowered to 47,174 EUR for shortage occupations. More on the EU Blue Card.
- Salaried work permit: when an employer hires you outside the Blue Card. The process runs through a residence authorisation before you arrive. See the work permit.
- Self-employed: for Brazilian freelancers and founders who want to run an activity in the Grand Duchy. See self-employed.
- Investor visa: for those investing in the Luxembourg economy. See the investor visa.
- Student visa: to study, with a clear frame for part-time work. See the student visa.
- Family reunification: to bring your spouse and children once your residence is set. See family reunification.
Diplomas, apostille and translation
Your Brazilian diplomas often need recognition to work or apply. Brazil is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, so your official documents (diplomas, civil records, police clearance) go through an apostille issued in Brazil rather than a heavy legalisation chain. A sworn translation into French usually follows. Depending on your profession, a formal diploma recognition or homologation may be required before you can practise. We guide you through diploma recognition and the order of steps so you avoid back-and-forth.
Toward long-term residence and citizenship
After several years of legal residence you can aim for long-term resident status, then Luxembourg naturalisation. Good news for Brazilians: Luxembourg allows dual nationality, so you do not have to give up your Brazilian passport. The Luxembourgish language and your length of residence both count in the path. More on naturalisation.
How we work
immigrate.lu coordinates your immigration project: choosing the route, preparing the file, the timeline and the follow-up with the authorities. Reserved legal acts are handled by our partner lawyer. We do not promise a guaranteed outcome or timeframe, but realistic ranges and a clean file from the start. Begin with your immigration score or have us assess your eligibility.
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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
Do Brazilians need a visa to move to Luxembourg?+
Brazilians who want to move to Luxembourg need a residence permit, because they are third-country nationals (non-EU). Depending on the plan, the route runs through the EU Blue Card, a salaried work permit, self-employed status, the investor route, study or family reunification. Most steps are handled before you leave Brazil.
Is Portuguese enough to live in Luxembourg?+
Portuguese helps a lot when you live in Luxembourg day to day, thanks to the large Portuguese-speaking community, but it is not enough for official steps. The administrative languages are French, German and Luxembourgish, and most residence procedures run in French. Portuguese helps you settle socially, not file your case.
As a Brazilian, could I qualify for an EU passport?+
As a Brazilian, you could qualify for an EU passport if you have Portuguese or Italian ancestry. Many Brazilian families meet the conditions without knowing it. An EU citizen needs no residence permit in Luxembourg, so this changes everything. It is worth checking this route before starting a third-country procedure.
What salary do you need for the EU Blue Card in Luxembourg in 2026?+
For the EU Blue Card in Luxembourg in 2026, the annual pay threshold is 65,652 EUR, lowered to 47,174 EUR for recognised shortage occupations. You also need a qualified contract and a relevant degree or experience. It is a common route for Brazilians in tech and finance.
Are Brazilian diplomas recognised in Luxembourg?+
Brazilian diplomas can be recognised in Luxembourg, but it depends on the profession. Brazil is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, so your documents go through an apostille issued in Brazil, then usually a sworn translation into French. Some regulated professions require a formal recognition or homologation before you can practise.
Can a Brazilian keep their nationality after Luxembourg naturalisation?+
A Brazilian can keep their nationality after Luxembourg naturalisation, because Luxembourg allows dual nationality. You do not have to give up your Brazilian passport. Naturalisation comes after several years of legal residence and takes your length of residence and the Luxembourgish language into account.