Working in Luxembourg

In Luxembourg and neighboring regions, a 1 January 2025, some live there 1.700 Catalan (almost 10.000 Spanish). The vast majority of them work in the service sector (mainly financial and technological), European institutions and, to a lesser extent, in sectors such as construction, the industry, the research, health or restoration. However, there are almost no Spanish companies. The labor market is, without a doubt, much better than in Spain or Catalonia and maintains a dynamic job creation high. In general, unemployment is located at values ​​that oscillate around 5% i the 6%.

However: don't forget that in Luxembourg there are three official languages (French, German and Luxembourgish) and a good knowledge of at least one of them is necessary to gain access to interesting opportunities. Other languages ​​such asEnglish they are also very important in the labor market.

Requirements and administrative formalities

All citizens of the European Union (EU) or a country assimilated benefits of free movement in the EU. In other words that is, has the right to working and settle in any country of the Union. Administrative formalities to be completed in Luxembourg vary depending on whether the length of stay or not more than three months:

  • For a stay less than three months (sightseeing tour, visita familiar, business trip, professional activity, job search, etc.), EU citizens do not have any administrative management. A valid passport or ID card is enough. The Luxembourg State is not required to pay any social assistance.
  • For a stay more 3 months (career as an employee or independent, as a student enrolled in a public or private institution accredited or have sufficient financial means not to become a burden on the state), EU citizens, valid passport or ID card, must:
    • make, from the 8 days of their arrival in Luxembourg, a declaration of arrival the communal administration (City Hall) where the city plans to establish his residence;
    • fill, no later than 3 months after arrival, a Registration Statement as an EU citizen.
  • You can only request social assistance from the Luxembourg State if it is proven to have financial means above the threshold for access to social benefits. passed 5 years rights to social benefits are the same as for nationals.
  • the family members of the person who declares a professional or other activity are registered with him (spouse, children up to 21 or older if you are in charge, If parents are in charge).
  • In the case of unmarried couples it is necessary to demonstrate the existence of a stable link from, at least, a year before the arrival in Luxembourg. You can see the conditions on this page.

Other issues

For all those matters of an administrative nature (home, Opening a bank account, Mobile phone access, etc.) we recommend the guide Just Arrived edita that the City of Luxembourg.

Generally, we suggest, if your stay is a permanent, also register at Consular Registration Register of the Spanish Consulate. This registration is essential to obtain or renew official documents (passport, certificate of residence, affidavits, births, serious accidents and, in a future, also the ID), as well as to exercise their electoral rights abroad. In all cases you must make an appointment at the Spanish Embassy in Luxembourg.

He consular emergency telephone number in case of a serious situation it is the + 352 621 401 024.

Regarding the Luxembourg labor market, its main characteristics are internationality and multilingualism, the exceptional name of non-Luxembourgish mà d’obra, the predominance of the tertiary sector and a low unemployment rate. You can learn more by visiting Panorama of the labor market.

Per sectors, the financial and insurance sector continues to be the one that creates the greatest number of jobs. He 2025, Other sectors with high job creation were the construction, the trade and repair of automobiles, logistics and scientific and high-tech activities (information technology, of greeting, linked to eco-technologies and space).

The professions that at this time, November 2025, are in dire straits in Luxembourg and, so, are more requested are:

  • Nursing professions, clinical assistants
  • Specialized educators, social workers
  • Workers in the construction sector
  • Accountants, management control, audit
  • engineers, computers, consultants IT
  • cooks
  • mechanics, industrial maintenance
  • Railway agents

However: we insist again that Luxembourg has three official languages (French, German and Luxembourgish) and that a good knowledge of at least one of them and/or theEnglish, is necessary to gain access to a job.

the job offer portals more recommended are:

To specific sectors:

It may also be interesting for you to sign up and/or participate in the Job Fairs. With a lot of tradition in Luxembourg, their mission is to connect people looking for employment with companies looking for workers. You can find a good description of it in this page.

Many operate in Luxembourg temporary work companies to which you can send your CV:

As paper newspapers of national circulation with a good job announcements section we recommend the Luxemburger Wort, in its weekend edition, i the Luxbazar, weekly.

Other important information

You may also be interested in information about validation of diplomas available in This page from the Ministry of Education.

To know the rules for the exercise of a professional activity or commercial as a non-Luxembourger you can visitthis page.

In the event that you travel abroad being beneficiaries of benefits from the Spanish State (contributory, unemployment benefits and active insertion income), keep in mind that the conditions of delivery vary according to the duration and the reason for transfer. We recommend you take a look at thisSepe page.

As general advice for prepare your decision to emigrate from Catalonia we recommend you read the FIEC document (International Federation of Associations Catalan) Emigrated from Catalonia. What should I think about?? What are the things you need to keep in mind?.

housing

The housing search is one of the biggest problems you will face in Luxembourg. The lack of housing is a problem for everyone, both for existing residents and for newcomers. As research pages we can recommend you:

mobility

The mobility in Luxembourg is favored by the fact that everything public transport (buses, trams, indoor trains) it's free for everyone, they reside or visit. Besides, no type of travel card or similar is required. For other management related to your vehicle or driver's license (homologation, technical control, etc.), you can check this one link.

Health system

He Luxembourg health system is based on the principles of universal coverage, accessibility and equality for all citizens. All residents have access to health services, regardless of their income or employment status. To guarantee this level of benefits, all residents must register at CCSS (Joint Social Security Center) to benefit from the services of the National Box of Health (CNS). In the case of those who work in European institutions, their health coverage is ensured by the RCAM.

School system

The Luxembourg, schooling is compulsory for 4 as 16 years. Despite that, children can attend the early from the 3 years. Every child registered in a municipality is automatically enrolled in the public school of the municipality of residence. However, parents can also choose to send their child to a school of their choice, either an international college or a Luxury college. In the Luxembourg system, education is based on the three official languages ​​of the country: Luxembourgish, German and French. When they enter the cycle 2 of basic education, children begin to learn to read and write in German. They continue to learn different subjects in German and reinforce their knowledge of French. There is also the option of private schools or Francophone or Anglophone schools. You will find one description of the Luxembourg education system in this link.

the foreign children newly arrived in Luxembourg they receive great support as part of their schooling. For example, they benefit from welcome classes and linguistic support courses to help them integrate. On the other band, Center Catalan Luxembourg, within the framework of an agreement with the Ministry of Education, offers Catalan language learning activities.

As in information portals útils sobre Luxemburg adreçats a públic hispanoparlant o catalanoparlant us recomanem:

Finally, if you are in Facebook, we recommend the following groups:

Catalan associations Luxemburg:

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