Money you must show
At least 80% of the social inclusion income (REVIS) a month
About €1,556 a month, or €18,666 for twelve months, at the REVIS rate for one adult of €1,944.40 valid from 1 June 2026 (our calculation). The University of Luxembourg gave €1,517 a month, €18,211 a year, for 2025.
Guichet.lu (Government of Luxembourg), source re-checked 26 Sep 2026
Visa fee
€50 type D visa, if you need one, plus €80 residence permit
The €80 residence permit fee is paid by every non-EU student, on the first application and on each renewal. The €50 visa fee is from Luxembourg embassy pages.
Guichet.lu / Embassy of Luxembourg in New Delhi, source re-checked 30 Oct 2026
Work while you study
An average of 15 hours a week over a month
The limit does not apply in school holidays. Your employer must declare you to the immigration department before you start.
Guichet.lu, source re-checked 26 Sep 2026
Stay after you graduate
12-month permit to look for work or start a business
Master's graduates and PhD holders who defended in Luxembourg only. Bachelor's graduates are not eligible. Apply at least 30 days before your student permit expires.
Guichet.lu, source re-checked 26 Sep 2026
Deadlines and intakes
Leave plenty of time: the temporary authorisation alone can take 60 days, then the visa, then travel. Apply to the university early in the year for a September start, and lodge the authorisation as soon as you have your admission letter.
Language you need
Luxembourg has three administrative languages: Luxembourgish, French and German. The University of Luxembourg teaches in English, French and German, and many master's programmes are fully in English. Check each programme's language and level requirement. French is the most useful language for everyday life and many jobs.