Local Laws

Criminal Penalties:  You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. 

Regardless of local law, you can be prosecuted under U.S. law if you:

• Engage in sexual conduct with children or use/disseminate child pornography in a foreign country.
• Buy pirated goods.

 See our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.

Arrest Notification:  If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately.

• Luxembourg authorities typically do not permit foreigners accused of crimes to leave the country while legal proceedings are ongoing.

See our webpage for further information.

Faith-Based Travelers:  See the Department of State’s International Religious Freedom Report.

LGBTI Travelers:  There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTI events in Luxembourg.  See our See our LGBTI Travel Information page and section 6 of the Department of State's Human Rights Report for further details.

Persons with Mobility Issues: 

• Public buildings, sports and cultural centers, theaters, and museums have good accessibility for disabled persons.
• Buses operated by Luxembourg City are all accessible to persons with physical disabilities.
• Train stations also provide assistance to travelers with disabilities. Information is available in German or French from the Luxembourg Ministry of Health.

Students:  See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips.

Women Travelers:  See our travel tips for Women Travelers.