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Renting in Luxembourg as an expat: the complete guide

Moving to Luxembourg

Renting in Luxembourg as an expat: the complete guide

Arriving without a local payslip, a bank account or a rental history is the hardest version of this. Here is the order to do things in, and what actually persuades a landlord.

Aug 31, 2026 · 9 min read

Agency fees when renting in Luxembourg: who pays?

Rental law

Agency fees when renting in Luxembourg: who pays?

Since the 2024 reform, estate agency commission on a residential letting is split equally between landlord and tenant. What that means for what you are asked to pay.

Sep 28, 2026 · 7 min read

What documents do you need to rent in Luxembourg?

Renting in Luxembourg

What documents do you need to rent in Luxembourg?

A complete rental file gets you the flat. What Luxembourg landlords actually ask for, what to do if you have no local history yet, and how to present it.

Sep 14, 2026 · 7 min read