Procedure for Inviting a Third-Country National Parent to Luxembourg on a Family Visa

Procedure for Inviting a Third-Country National Parent (Mother/Father) to Luxembourg on a Family Visa

To invite your mother/father/parents, a third-country national, to Luxembourg for a family visit on a short-stay visa (less than 90 days), follow these steps:

Invitation Letter

1. Write an invitation letter addressed to your parent, stating your relationship and the purpose and duration of her visit. Include details like her full name, passport number, and dates of stay.

2. Sign the letter and have your signature officially authenticated at your local commune. This step is important to prove your identity and commitment as the host.

3. Provide a copy of your passport or ID card along with the invitation letter.

Financial Guarantee (Engagement de prise en charge)

1. Fill out the "Engagement de prise en charge" form, which is a formal obligation to cover all expenses related to your parent's stay, including healthcare costs and return travel. This form acts as an official invitation.

2. Sign the form at your local commune and provide the following supporting documents:

- Last 3 salary slips or proof of monthly income

- Copy of your passport or ID card

- If you are a foreign national, proof of your lawful residence in Luxembourg

3. Send the completed "Engagement de prise en charge" form and supporting documents to the Passport, Visa and Legalisation Office.

Additional Documents

1. Provide your parent with the authenticated invitation letter and copies of your ID/residence permit.

2. Advise your parent to submit the following documents when applying for the visa:

- Completed and signed Schengen visa application form

- 2 recent passport photos

- Valid passport with at least 3 months validity after the intended stay

- Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation, invitation letter, etc.)

- Proof of sufficient financial means for the stay and return

- Travel health insurance covering the entire stay

3. Your parent should apply for the visa at the Luxembourg consulate or embassy in her country of residence at least 15 days before the intended visit.

By following these steps and providing the necessary documents, you can support your parent's visa application as her host in Luxembourg. The "Engagement de prise en charge" form is crucial as it demonstrates your commitment to cover all expenses related to her visit.

Relevant Links

- MyGuichet.lu - Visa Information - guichet.public.lu/en.html

- Luxembourg Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs - Visa Information maee.gouvernement.lu/en.html

Luxembourg Embassy Finder maee.gouvernement.lu/en/contacts/embassies.html

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