Romanian-French Translation in Luxembourg

Need a Romanian translation in Luxembourg? The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is home to a significant Romanian workforce, particularly in construction and services. Romanian is among the most requested languages for certified translation at Luxembourg municipal registries and the Ministry of Justice. This guide explains which documents require translation and how to obtain a certified version quickly.

Romanian workers in Luxembourg: administrative context

Romania and Portugal are among the largest source countries for EU labour migration into Luxembourg. Romanian nationals work extensively in the construction sector, building and civil engineering, as well as in hospitality, cleaning and domestic services. They interact with Luxembourg institutions for:

• Municipal registration (communes require certified translations of civil documents)
• Ministry of Justice (naturalisation, civil status procedures)
• ADEM (national employment agency)
• CNS (national health fund)
• Construction sector professional bodies (for qualification recognition)

Most common Romanian documents translated in Luxembourg

• Birth certificates (civil registration, marriage in Luxembourg)
• Marriage and divorce certificates
• Criminal record extract (cazier judiciar) for naturalisation or employment
• Diplomas and professional qualifications
• Romanian identity cards and passports
• Powers of attorney and notarial deeds
• Property and inheritance documents

Translation requirements in Luxembourg: which language to target?

Luxembourg has three official languages: Luxembourgish, French and German. For most administrative procedures, French is the dominant language used by municipalities and the Ministry of Justice. Some employers and professional bodies prefer German. We recommend requesting a French translation unless your institution has specified otherwise.

Certified translations must be produced by a sworn translator recognised by Luxembourg authorities. TranslateBE works with translators certified in Belgium and France who are accepted by Luxembourg institutions for all civil and administrative documents.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Luxembourg Ministry of Justice accept translations ordered online?

Yes. The Ministry of Justice and Luxembourg municipalities accept certified translations from sworn translators registered with a court in Belgium, France or Luxembourg, regardless of how the translation was ordered. What matters is the translator's registration status and official stamp.

How long is a Romanian criminal record valid in Luxembourg?

The cazier judiciar typically has a validity of three months from the date of issue for naturalisation purposes. Check the specific requirements of the Luxembourg institution you are submitting to, as validity periods may vary by procedure.

Are construction qualifications from Romania recognised in Luxembourg?

EU diploma and qualification recognition applies in Luxembourg, but professional bodies and employers still require certified translations of the original diplomas. For regulated professions, the Ministry of Education may also require an equivalence assessment based on a certified translation of your transcripts.