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Do US citizens need a visa for Luxembourg?

US passport holders do not need a visa for tourist stays in Luxembourg up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Check official travel adviceUS State Department travel advice — last checked 28 June 2026
Always confirm with the official source before you travel.

You're good to go.

No visa application needed for United States passport holders on a short tourist or business trip. Just check your passport meets the validity rules below before you fly.

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As a US passport holder, you can visit Luxembourg for tourism for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa. This 90-day limit applies to your total stay across all Schengen countries, not just Luxembourg. Ensure your passport meets the validity requirements and you can show proof of sufficient funds and onward travel.

Key facts

For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

PassportRegular US passport
PurposeTourism
Visa requiredNo, not for short stays
Maximum stay90 days within any 180-day period (Schengen Area combined)
Passport validity3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen Area
Return/onward ticketYes, proof of an onward or return travel ticket is required.
Arrival formNone required (verify on the official source)
Last checked28 June 2026

You may need a visa if…

  • The 90-day visa-free period applies to your total stay across all Schengen countries, not per country.
  • Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen Area.
  • As of October 12, 2025, U.S. citizens should expect their biodata (fingerprints, facial images) to be digitally collected upon arrival and departure at the border.
  • You must be able to show proof of sufficient funds for your trip.
  • You must have proof of hotel bookings or invitation letters.
  • Two blank pages are required in your passport for entry.

Before you travel

  • Ensure your passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen Area.
  • Verify you have at least two blank pages in your passport for entry stamps.
  • Have proof of sufficient funds for your trip.
  • Obtain or have access to proof of an onward or return travel ticket.
  • Secure proof of hotel bookings or invitation letters.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts from the U.S. embassy.

Common questions

No, a visa is not required for US citizens for tourist stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area, which includes Luxembourg.

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