Luxembourg•EuropeLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Au Pair
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
70 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 12 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Permits young people to work as au pairs in Luxembourg for 3 months to 1 year. Requires approved au pair contract and participation in cultural exchange program.
Au pair visas allow young adults to participate in cultural exchange programs while providing childcare services. The program includes living with a host family, language learning, and cultural immersion alongside part-time childcare work.
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Requirements
Personal
Education
High School or higher
Language
English
Basic
German
Basic
French
Basic
Luxembourgish
Basic
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With at least 3 months validity
Approved au pair contract
Signed contract meeting Luxembourg au pair standards
Passport photos
Two recent 35x45mm photos
Medical certificate
Recent health examination
Health insurance
Coverage for duration of au pair stay
Host family accommodation
Confirmation of housing from host family
Clean criminal record
Certificate of good conduct
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Advantages
- Cultural exchange experience
- Language learning opportunity
- Room and board provided
- Modest financial compensation
- Young adult networking
Considerations
- Age-restricted (18-30)
- Lower salary (pocket money)
- Not permanent residency pathway
- Tied to specific host family
- Limited to childcare work
Application Process
Find host family
Secure au pair placement with Luxembourg host family through agency
Sign au pair contract
Execute legally binding au pair employment contract
Request temporary authorization
Submit application with au pair contract to immigration authorities
Receive authorization
Obtain temporary authorization approval letter
Apply for Type D visa
Submit visa application at Luxembourg embassy
Visa processing
Await visa decision
Enter and register
Travel to Luxembourg and register with authorities
Application Forms
Au Pair Visa Application Form
Form ID: Form D
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