Luxembourg Embassy in India

Luxembourg Embassy Locations in India

With strong relations between Luxembourg and India, the Embassy and its Consular Offices are important contact points. Here are the embassy and consular locations in India.

India and Luxembourg Relations

India and Luxembourg have shared a close and friendly relationship for many decades. The relationship is strong because the countries share common values such as democracy, the rule of law, and efforts to address climate change.

• Charity: Several non-profit organisations from Luxembourg partner with local organisations in India, focusing mainly on health, education, and social services, especially for women and children. Notable organisations include PADEM, AEIN, ECPAT Luxembourg, Pharmaciens Sans Frontières, EDGH, Les Amis du Tibet, ASTM, IBISA, and Fondation Caritas Luxembourg.
• Trade and Investment: In 2023, total trade between the two countries reached EUR 118.6 million. Luxembourg companies have been investing and operating in India for over twenty years. Companies like Paul Wurth, ArcelorMittal, Ceratizit, and Tractel Secalt are active in the Indian market. Majorly, the countries trade in machinery, mechanical appliances, electrical equipment, etc.
• Space Technology: In February 2022, India and Luxembourg signed a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the peaceful exploration and use of outer space. SES of Luxembourg and Reliance Jio have formed a joint venture to bring advanced satellite technologies to India.
• Indian Community: The Indian community in Luxembourg has grown significantly over the years—from around 569 people in 2011 to approximately 6,000 in 2023. The population has increased by more than 20% since 2018 alone. Many members of the Indian diaspora work in IT and other service-related sectors.

Services Offered By the Luxembourg Embassy and Honorary Consulates in India

The Embassy of Luxembourg and its Honorary Consulates in India assist Luxembourg nationals, issue visas to Indians, and foster bilateral relations. Below are the key services available:

• Assistance During Emergencies: The embassy supports Luxembourg nationals in India who are in distress. The embassy provides help if a national encounters a serious accident or illness, arrest, imprisonment, or even death abroad. If you plan to reside permanently in India, registering with the embassy ensures better support and services.
• Legal Certification: The legalisation service provides legalisations and apostilles for signatures of Luxembourgish public authorities. These are necessary for documents intended for use by foreign public authorities.
• Visa Services: The embassy is in charge of processing both short-term Schengen visas and long-term national visas for individuals wishing to visit or live in Luxembourg.
• Passport and ID Card Issuance: Luxembourgers living in India can apply for their passport and ID cards at the embassy or honorary consulates in their jurisdiction.
• Maintaining Diplomatic Relations: The embassy actively works to strengthen diplomatic ties between Luxembourg and India. This includes organising official events, coordinating joint projects, and arranging visits for dignitaries and officials.

How To Contact the Luxembourg Embassy in India?

You can reach out to the Luxembourg Embassy in New Delhi directly, or you can contact its Honorary Consulates based on the jurisdiction. Here are the official contact details of all these consular offices.

Do You Need Luxembourg Travel Insurance?

Yes. Here's why you need to get travel insurance policy for your trip to Luxembourg.

• Luxembourg Visa Requirement: To get your Schengen visa for Luxembourg, you must submit proof that you have an international travel insurance policy with a minimum cover of EUR 30,000.
• Assistance for Passport Loss: If you have travel insurance, you can get help if you lose your passport or if it gets stolen.
• Medical Cover: Travel insurance covers the cost of emergency medical treatment in Luxembourg. This includes hospitalisation, medical care and emergency repatriation to India.
• Add-on Covers: You can extend the cover provided by your policy by purchasing add-on covers. Home burglary, adventure sports, and emergency hotel cover are useful add-ons.