Arrival checklist

Check the validity of your passport/identity card.

Check your entry and residence conditions. If necessary, obtain a visa and a residence permit for researcher.

  3.Book your flight

To avoid extra expenses, only book your flight once you know exactly when you will be starting your job.

Check your health insurance cover with your new employer. If necessary, obtain the European health insurance card or take out private health insurance.​​​​​​

Check with your local tax authority whether you need a certificate proving your tax payer status.

If your children are coming with you, bring their school reports and birth certificate.

Look for accommodation. Book your hotel or if renting, make  appointments with the estate agent/owners beforehand.

Contact your chosen bank in Luxembourg to open an account so you can transfer money and obtain a bank guarantee for renting accommodation.

As soon as possible

•  3 days of arrival for all non-EU citizens;
•  8 days for EU citizens.

Within 3 months

Within one year

  After 6 months but within 1 year, apply for a Luxembourg driving licence if you currently have a non-EU licence.

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