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Vietnam to Luxembourg visa requirements

Q: Do Vietnamese travelers need ETIAS for Luxembourg?

No. ETIAS applies only to visa-exempt nationalities. Vietnam is not visa-exempt, so Vietnamese citizens will still need a full Schengen visa even after ETIAS launches in late 2026.

Q: Where do I apply since Luxembourg has no embassy in Vietnam?

Through VFS Global. The Embassy of Belgium represents Luxembourg for short-stay visas in the North (Hanoi area) and the Embassy of the Netherlands in the South (Ho Chi Minh City area).

Q: How long can I stay on a Schengen visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, subject to the dates granted on your visa.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

The standard adult fee is EUR 90 (about VND 2.5 million), plus a VFS Global service fee. Children 6-11 pay EUR 45 and under 6 are free.

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel and must apply at least 15 days before. Submitting about 3 weeks ahead is recommended due to processing times.

Yes, Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa. Luxembourg is in the Schengen Area, and Vietnam is on the EU's visa-required list (Annex I of Regulation 2018/1806). You must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before travel, even for a one-day tourist visit. Luxembourg is a full member of the Schengen Area, and Vietnam appears in Annex I of EU Regulation 2018/1806, meaning Vietnamese citizens are required to hold a visa to cross Schengen external borders. For a short tourist visit, a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder must apply for a uniform Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), which permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area. There is no visa-on-arrival, eVisa, or visa-free channel for Vietnamese nationals. ETIAS does not apply to Vietnam because ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities; when it launches (expected late 2026) Vietnamese travelers will still need a full Schengen visa, not an ETIAS authorization. Luxembourg does not run its own visa center in Vietnam: applications are handled through VFS Global, with the Embassy of Belgium representing Luxembourg for short-stay C-visa applications in the North (Hanoi region) and the Embassy of the Netherlands representing Luxembourg in the South (Ho Chi Minh City region). The standard adult visa fee is EUR 90, plus VFS service fees, with standard processing of about 15 calendar days (longer in peak season). Applicants should prove travel insurance with at least EUR 30,000 medical coverage, accommodation, sufficient funds, and strong ties to Vietnam.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), uniform visa

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen Area

per entry

Entries

Single, double or multiple entry (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 adult / EUR 45 children 6-11 (approx. VND 2.5 million), free under 6, plus VFS service fee

consular fee only

Processing time

About 15 calendar days standard; up to 45 days in peak periods

standard track

Validity

Visa valid for the dates granted; passport must be valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm purpose and itinerary

Plan your Luxembourg trip dates and book provisional flights and accommodation. If visiting multiple Schengen countries, apply at the embassy of your main destination (longest stay), which here is Luxembourg.

· Tourism / short visit· Schengen Type C

/02

Identify the correct application route

Luxembourg has no visa office in Vietnam. The Embassy of Belgium represents Luxembourg for short-stay C-visas in the North (Hanoi area); the Embassy of the Netherlands represents it in the South (Ho Chi Minh City area). Applications go through VFS Global.

· VFS Global· Belgium/Netherlands representation

/03

Complete the online application form

Fill in the official Schengen visa application form via the relevant portal (Belgium or Netherlands acting for Luxembourg) and create a VFS Global account.

· Online form· VFS account

/04

Gather supporting documents

Assemble passport, photos, travel insurance, flight and hotel bookings, bank statements, employment proof and other documents showing ties to Vietnam.

· Document checklist· Proof of ties

/05

Book and attend a VFS appointment

Schedule a biometrics appointment at the VFS Global center in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, submit documents, pay fees and provide fingerprints. Personal appearance is compulsory.

· Biometrics· In person

/06

Wait for processing and collect passport

Standard decision is about 15 calendar days (up to 45 in peak season). Track via VFS and collect your passport once the decision is made.

· ~15 days· Track online

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Vietnam -> Luxembourg · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), uniform visa

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredVietnamese passport issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredTwo recent passport-size photos (ICAO/Schengen standard)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage valid across Schengen

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation covering the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredProof of accommodation in Luxembourg (hotel bookings or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredBank statements showing sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedProof of ties to Vietnam (employment letter, property, family)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedDetailed travel itinerary / day-by-day plan

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredVisa fee plus VFS Global service fee paid

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesGuichet.lu - Luxembourg short-stay entry visa for third-country nationals Embassy of Belgium in Vietnam - Visa application for Luxembourg EU Regulation 2018/1806 (visa-required / visa-exempt lists) - EUR-Lex

Application link included: Guichet.lu - Luxembourg short-stay entry visa for third-country nationals

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Approx. VND 2.5 million; standard short-stay fee

Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Free for children under 6

VFS Global service feeEUR 30-40 approx.Per application; varies, paid at the visa center

Travel medical insuranceEUR 25-60 approx.Minimum EUR 30,000 medical coverage for trip length

Total estimateEUR 120 — EUR 190incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

About 15 calendar days

Typical decision time after biometrics; can extend to 30-45 days in peak season or if extra documents are requested.

Early application window

Apply up to 6 months before travel (min. 15 days prior)

Submit at least 3 weeks ahead; applications accepted up to 6 months before the trip.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Vietnam is on the EU visa-required list

Vietnam is listed in Annex I of EU Regulation 2018/1806, so its nationals must hold a visa to cross Schengen external borders.

High

/02

Luxembourg is a full Schengen member

As a Schengen state, Luxembourg applies the common visa policy and the 90/180-day short-stay rule.

High

/03

No visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel

There is no eVisa, VOA or waiver for ordinary Vietnamese passports entering Luxembourg.

High

/04

ETIAS does not apply to Vietnam

ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities; Vietnamese travelers still need a full Schengen visa.

Medium

/05

Tourism is a short-stay purpose

A visit for tourism falls under the Type C short-stay category rather than a national long-stay (D) visa.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Vietnam to Luxembourg route verified

Confirmed via official Luxembourg Guichet.lu, the Belgian Embassy in Vietnam (representing Luxembourg), and EU Regulation 2018/1806 that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa; ETIAS does not apply.

/09 — The questions