Employment in Luxembourg

The Duchy of Luxembourg is a small European country with a high standard of living and a rapidly developing economy. Salaries here are much higher than in other EU countries, which attracts labor migrants from all over the world.

The economic situation today

In the world ranking in terms of GDP per capita, Luxembourg is in 85th place, but in the ratings of European countries it is regularly included in the top three most developed and prosperous.

Competition in the labor market is quite high, so an immigrant applying for a job will have to prove their qualifications. The global financial crisis has had a negative impact on the Luxembourg economy, and it is quite difficult to find a job without a specialty. The advantage of being employed in the country is that any job here pays well (within 1900-3600 dollars per month).

Professions in demand in 2021

In 2021, Ukrainians, Russians and immigrants from other CIS countries can apply for the following vacancies:

• IT engineers;
• insurance specialists;
• workers in the business, finance and investment industries;
• logisticians, employees of transport companies;
• builders, including engineers and narrow specialists (bricklayers, plasterers, electricians, etc.).

Migrant workers who do not have a diploma are looking for work as farm assistants, caring for disabled and elderly people, nannies and housekeepers.

The level of wages per month by profession

The minimum wage in the country is 1998 euro, but the level of remuneration depends on the industry and the qualifications of the employee.

How to find a job without intermediaries

To find a job in Luxembourg, you can contact special agencies or use the help of the Internet.

Popular job search sites

Some of the most popular resources for finding a job in Luxembourg include:

• optioncarriere.lu
• indeed.lu
• luxembourg.expatjobs.eu

In addition, you can register on the professional social network linkedin.com, look for a vacancy on the official website of the State Employment Service of the country (www.adem.public.lu) or forums of local residents.

Specialized agencies and resources

When looking for work through specialized agencies, you should give preference to companies that work directly with employers in Luxembourg. Sometimes recruiting advertisements are printed in large Media - Luxemburger Wort, Wall Street Journal and The Economist.

Current vacancies in 2021

The list of the most relevant vacancies for newcomers in Luxembourg in 2021 includes:

• IT engineers, designers, programmers;
• workers in the tourism industry;
• financiers and bankers;
• managers, salespeople;
• logistics and transport specialists;
• builders.

Women and girls can find jobs as nannies, caregivers, au pair and housekeepers, while students and couples look for jobs on farms (harvesting). Most of Luxembourg's employers provide housing and food for migrant workers.

Seasonal work

Seasonal work in Luxembourg involves picking apples - the salary ranges from 1200-1500 dollars per month, but workers are provided with free food and accommodation.

Work without knowing the language

It will be quite difficult to get a job in Luxembourg without knowing English, French or German - only unskilled labor is possible (handyman, nurse, vegetable picker, cleaner, etc.).

Temporary job

As a temporary part-time job in the country, you can find a vacancy in the service or tourism sector - a salesman, call center operator, guide, waiter, maid, cleaner or hotel porter.

Other options

On a rotational basis, construction workers, housekeepers, nannies, nurses and elderly care personnel work most often in Luxembourg (a shift lasts an average of three months). Under the contract, usually, you can get a job in large or transnational companies engaged in finance, investment, trade.

Official employment procedure

The country's employers strictly comply with the law, so a foreigner will have to go through the official employment procedure and obtain the necessary documents.

Priority of actions

The algorithm of actions for official employment in Luxembourg is as follows:

1. Find a job and contact an employer.
2. Wait 21 days - if during this period there are no candidates from among the local residents, the foreigner has the right to take it.
3. Confirm your qualifications, undergo a medical examination and other procedures.
4. Sign an employment contract and issue a work permit.
5. Obtain a temporary permit to stay in the state and a work visa.

Types of work permits

For labor migration in Luxembourg, the following types of documents are available:

• category A - issued for a specific vacancy for up to a year;
• category B - for a specific vacancy for up to 4 years;
• category C - has an unlimited period of validity for all professions;
• category D - intended for internship or training.

Categories not requiring permission

You can work in Luxembourg without a permit only at home as a nurse, nanny or au pair - all other types of work require a permit. The exception is also made by those who are employed in the entertainment industry - circuses, traveling attractions, etc.

Basic documents

The list of basic documents required for a work permit includes:

• passport and notarized copies of all pages;
• A completed application form;
• diploma or other educational documents;
• 2 photos;
• letter of invitation from the employer;
• summary;
• medical insurance;
• labor contract.

Depending on the field of activity and vacancy, other documents may be required from the candidate.

Registration of a work visa

To obtain a work visa, the applicant should contact one of the official representative offices of Luxembourg in their country. The term for consideration is from 2 weeks to a month, but sometimes it can be delayed.

Work visa to Luxembourg

Selection criteria for job candidates

To get a good job, a migrant worker must know English, French or German and prove their qualifications. To do this, you must present a diploma and other educational documents, a good resume and pass an interview.

Work visa extension

A foreigner who is going to work in Luxembourg for the first time is issued a C work visa (stay 90 days inclusive). It is not subject to renewal, but after its completion, you can apply for multivisa C - it is issued for 2 years with the right to renew for 5 years.

Business immigration

You can open your own business in the Duchy in any area. This requires:

1. Contact the Luxembourg Consulate, provide a business plan and financial justification for the project (at least 2.5 thousand euros).
2. Next, you need to register a company, and if a foreigner plans to stay in the country for more than three months - a residence permit, which can be extended for 2 years, and after 5 years apply for permanent residence.

Residence permit in Luxembourg

Internship in the country

For an internship in the country, you must apply for a work permit of category D and a special visa.

Local companies hire young specialists with diplomas in the following areas:

• tourism;
• education;
• modern technologies;
• art;
• economics;
• finance.

Consequences for attempting illegal employment

For illegal employment, a migrant faces deportation without the right to re-enter the country, and the employer faces a large fine up to 500 thousand euros.

To find a job in Luxembourg, a foreigner needs to make some effort, but the salary and life in this unique country is worth the time and effort.