Luxembourg•EuropeLong-Stay Visa (Type D) - Intra-Company Transfer (ICT)
At a Glance
Processing Time
90-180 days
Application Fee
70 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 3 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Permits transfer of employees from parent company abroad to Luxembourg subsidiary or branch. Available for managers, specialists, and trainees with minimum service period at sending company.
Intra-corporate transfer (ICT) visas enable companies to temporarily transfer key personnel from abroad to Luxembourg. This covers managers, specialists with defined responsibilities, and trainees undergoing professional development within the same corporate group.
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Requirements
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Professional
Experience
1+ years
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, IS, LI, NO, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With at least 3 months validity
Original employment contract
From sending company showing 6+ months service
Transfer letter
From parent company confirming ICT transfer
Proof of qualifications
Diplomas, certificates showing manager/specialist/trainee status
Passport photos
Two recent 35x45mm photos
Health insurance
Valid coverage
Housing confirmation
Accommodation in Luxembourg
Sponsor Documents
ICT authorization request
Application from employer documenting transfer
Company registration
Business registration both in sending and receiving country
Corporate structure documents
Proof of relationship between companies (subsidiary, parent, affiliate)
Employee contract
Original contract showing 6+ months service
Transfer assignment
Job description and assignment letter in Luxembourg
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Advantages
- Established career continuity
- Higher salary typically available
- Can include dependents
- Potential employer support
- EU mobility rights
- Path to permanent residency
Considerations
- Long processing time (3-6 months)
- Employer-dependent status
- Limited to corporate group
- Maximum 3-year duration
- Complex corporate documentation requirements
Application Process
Employer initiates transfer
Company begins ICT transfer process and documents eligibility
Prepare documentation
Gather transfer request, employment history, and company documentation
Request temporary authorization
Submit ICT authorization application before employee enters Luxembourg
Receive authorization
Obtain temporary authorization from immigration authorities
Apply for residence permit
File ICT residence permit application within 90 days of arrival
Permit issuance
Receive residence permit for ICT work
Application Forms
ICT Authorization Request
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