Luxembourg
Law on Transparent and Open Administration (Loi relative à une administration transparente et ouverte)
Loi du 14 septembre 2018
RTI Rating: 62 (source)
Response Timeline
Initial response within 1 month (30 calendar days). Extendable by up to 2 months (60 days) for voluminous documents, required redactions, National Archives consultation, or third-party input. The body must notify the applicant with reasons before the initial deadline expires. Total maximum: 90 days.
No residency or citizenship requirement. Access is granted to 'any natural or legal person' regardless of nationality. No personal interest need be asserted.
How to Submit a Request
Accepted Methods
Written requests can be submitted via MyGuichet.lu (electronic portal), email, mail, or in person. The request should identify the documents sought.
Required Elements
- {'note': 'Written identification of the documents sought.', 'field': 'description'}
Optional Elements
- {'note': 'Preferred format or method of receiving documents', 'field': 'preferred_format'}
Fees
No application fee. Copy and mailing fees may be charged but cannot exceed actual costs. Documents are free when no physical reproduction is needed.
Exemptions
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Foreign Relations and SecurityForeign relations, security of Luxembourg, or public order.
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Personal Security and PrivacyPersonal security or privacy protection.
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Judicial ProceedingsJudicial, extrajudicial, or disciplinary proceedings.
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Criminal InvestigationPrevention, investigation, or prosecution of criminal offenses.
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Intellectual PropertyProtection of intellectual property rights.
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Legal ConfidentialitySecrets or confidentiality obligations protected by law.
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Regulatory OversightControl, inspection, and regulatory oversight functions.
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Commercial and Industrial InformationConfidentiality of commercial and industrial information.
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Economic and Financial PolicyGovernment's ability to conduct economic, financial, fiscal, and commercial policy.
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Government DeliberationsConfidentiality of government deliberations.
Ten main exemption categories, all mandatory. Documents containing personal data or value judgments about individuals may only be communicated to the subject, unless personal data can be redacted.
Appeal Process
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Two-tier system: optional internal review via the independent CAD commission, then binding judicial review by the Administrative Tribunal. Representation by a barrister is mandatory before the tribunal.