{"id":33845,"date":"2025-04-03T18:50:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T13:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/?p=33845"},"modified":"2025-04-03T18:50:00","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T13:20:00","slug":"can-i-get-pr-after-study-in-luxembourg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/explore\/visa\/can-i-get-pr-after-study-in-luxembourg\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can I Get PR after Studying in Luxembourg In 2025?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you an international student? Are you asking yourself- Can I Get PR after study in Luxembourg<\/strong>? You have come to the right page! Luxembourg is known for its high standard of living, progressiveness, and good social and welfare conditions. As an international student, you can reside in this country for the long term. For this, you can get a PR. The Luxembourg issues the EU-Residence Permit to Indian students. Keep reading to learn about the steps to get a PR in Luxembourg, PR eligibility criteria, requirements, and the application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Can I Get PR after Study in Luxembourg? An Overiew <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes. As an international student, you can get a PR in Luxembourg. However, you cannot directly apply for a PR after completing your studies.  You will have to stay in the country for at least 5 years to be eligible for permanent residence. You need to complete this duration of stay to be even considered for PR. Moreover, you need to meet the additional requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Permanent Residency in Luxembourg is called long-term resident status<\/em><\/strong> or the EU residence permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can Indians Settle in Luxembourg as an International Student?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As an international student, you can easily settle in Luxembourg. If you are asking yourself Indians settle in Luxembourg? Here is the answer. You can. However, you are required to stay in the country for at least 5 years. This is how you can accomplish this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Complete Your Education<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first step is to complete your education in the country. Choose long-term education and go on a student visa<\/strong><\/a>. Since you are staying for more than 3 months you can apply for a residence permit for your studies. The time you spent on your residence permit for studies is also counted for your long-term residency status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply for a Job Seeker Permit <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After you have completed your studies you can apply for a residence permit <\/strong><\/a>\u2018for finding a job or setting up a business\u2019. This residence permit is valid for a year. During this time, you can search for employment or learn about setting up a business in the country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply for a Work Permit <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The next step is to receive a job offer from a recongised employer. After you get a job offer you can apply for a permit for work. The residence permit is issued for several types of work. The following residence permits for work are not eligible for PR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. If you are a seasonal, seconded or transferred worker<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. You have a temporary resident permit with a specifically limited validity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. If you are a student or person registered in vocational training programmes<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Therefore, you need to apply for a residence permit valid fro PR. For example, a salaried person can get a \u2018residence permit for third-country national salaried workers\u2019. This residence permit is issued for a year and can be renewed for up to 5 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Stay for 5 Years and Apply for PR<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Once you have stayed in the country for 5 years you can apply for a long-term residence status. Staying in the country for 5 years is just a basic criterion. You need to meet other requirements as well. Then, you can apply for a PR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Learn about Luxembourg Citizenship by Investment for Indian Nationals <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Who is Eligible for PR in Luxembourg?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Can I get PR after study in Luxembourg? Yes. You can. That is if you meet the eligibility criteria. The basic criteria for PR is provided below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Eligibility Criteria for PR<\/strong><\/td>Description <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    You must be a third-country national <\/td>For example, Indian<\/td><\/tr>
    A valid residence permit<\/td>Must have held a residence permit that is valid for PR <\/td><\/tr>
    Stay in the country for 5 years <\/td>The stay must not have been interrupted.<\/td><\/tr>
    Uninterrupted stay<\/td>You can only leave the country for less than 6 months. You must not have left Luxembourg for more than 10 months in 5 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Note<\/strong>– Only serious absences for 1 year are considered for PR. For example, in case of pregnancy and childbirth, or serious illness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Luxembourg PR Requirements for International Students <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Can I get PR after study in Luxembourg? Yes. You can if you meet the PR requirements. You must submit these documents to start the application process. Otherwise, your application will be rejected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Documents Required for Luxembourg PR<\/strong><\/td>Description <\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Temporary residence permit <\/td>Show you have stayed in Luxembourg with a temporary residence permit continuously for the past 5 years <\/td><\/tr>
    Passport <\/td>Your passport must be valid<\/strong> at the time of application <\/td><\/tr>
    Proof of funds<\/td>You must have a regular stable income to support yourself during your stay. This means you must not rely on social welfare (REVIS)<\/td><\/tr>
    Proof of accommodation <\/strong><\/a><\/td>You must have arranged your accommodation in Luxembourg. For example, rental property, rental agreement <\/td><\/tr>
    Health Insurance <\/td>You must have health insurance that is valid for you and your family<\/td><\/tr>
    Proof of clean criminal record <\/td>Police verification certificate to <\/td><\/tr>
    Proof of PR application fee payment <\/td>The fee payment receipt must be attached <\/td><\/tr>
    Proof of attorney<\/td>If your employer is applying on your behalf;lf <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Learn about Luxembourg Work Visa Requirements<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    When to Apply for Permanent Residency in Luxembourg?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Can I get PR after study in Luxembourg? Yes. You can. However, you must ensure that the application for a PR is submitted immediately after the 5 years. There should not be any delay in the submission of your PR application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Permit<\/strong><\/td>When to Apply<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    EU-Residence Permit (Luxembourg)<\/td>Right after the end of 5 year stay in the country<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    How to Apply for Luxembourg PR as an International Student?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Can I get PR after study in Luxembourg? Yes. If you are eligible for a PR you can get it. The Permanent Residency application process is as follows-<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Apply online<\/em><\/strong>– You can apply for permanent residency completely online. The application is available at MyGuichet.lu. You can use an electronic identity card (eID) to apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Submit documents-<\/em><\/strong> To complete your application you need to submit documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Pay the application fee<\/em><\/strong>– You must pay the fee required to apply, and take a printout of the fee payment receipt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Processing- <\/em><\/strong>At this stage, your application is processed, and a decision is made.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Issuance of receipt<\/em><\/strong>– A receipt for a temporary stay is issued. This is valid till your decision is taken. This receipt will permit you to stay in the country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. Decision- <\/em><\/strong>The  General Department of Immigration (the Ministry of Home Affairs) will take a decision and inform you of the same.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    7. Letter of appointment-<\/em><\/strong> Once your application has been accepted you will receive a letter for appointment with the General Department of Immigration of the Ministry of Home Affairs. On this appointment date, you will have to submit your biometric information and photo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    8. Collect your residence card<\/em><\/strong>– After a few days, you can collect your residence card from the General Department of Immigration after making an appointment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Note-<\/em><\/strong> The page (MyGuichet.lu.) has everything you need to apply. The application forms, online tutorials on how to apply, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Watch this video to learn more about Luxembourg citizenship, and PR-<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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