Family reunification in Luxembourg

Spouse · Children · Ascendants

Family reunification lets a third-country national legally residing in Luxembourg bring their close family to live with them. immigrate.lu coordinates your family reunification application, from the income and housing conditions to the residence permits for each family member.

What is family reunification?

Family reunification allows a qualifying sponsor (the resident) to be joined by family members, who then receive a residence permit. It is governed by Luxembourg immigration law and handled by the Immigration Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs (MAEE).

Who can be reunited

• Spouse or registered partner (subject to the minimum age and genuine-relationship conditions).
• Minor children of the sponsor or spouse.
• Dependent ascendants, under specific conditions.

Main conditions

• Stable, sufficient resources: the sponsor must show regular income covering the household.
• Adequate accommodation for the family size.
• Health insurance covering all family members.
• A valid residence title held by the sponsor (the qualifying waiting period depends on the sponsor's status; holders of the EU Blue Card benefit from an accelerated route).

How the process works

1. Eligibility check: sponsor status, income and housing assessed.
2. File preparation: civil-status documents, translations and apostille, proof of resources and accommodation.
3. Submission: authorisation to stay for each family member, then entry visa (type D) where required.
4. Arrival: declaration of arrival and issuance of the residence permits.

Frequently asked questions

How long does family reunification take?

It depends on the sponsor's status, the completeness of the civil-status file and the authorities. We assess your timeline at the first conversation.

Can my spouse work in Luxembourg?

Family members generally gain access to the labour market; the conditions depend on the sponsor's status. We confirm this for your situation.

Does the EU Blue Card speed up family reunification?

Yes. EU Blue Card holders benefit from an accelerated family reunification route.

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