Permits & Visas for Lithuania
Dreaming of living and working in Lithuania?
Lithuania offers a welcoming environment, a thriving economy, and a gateway to the EU. If you:
- Skilled professional
- Business executive
- Investor
We can help you navigate the visa and residency process.
Residence Permits
EU Blue Card:
Unlock opportunities for highly skilled professionals. Enjoy access to Lithuania’s labor market, social benefits, and a clear path to permanent residency
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Unlock new opportunities with the EU Blue Card—your key to living and working in Lithuania! Tailored for highly skilled professionals, this permit provides access to the labor market, social security, healthcare, and education. Beyond that, it paves the way to permanent residency and greater mobility across the EU. With benefits for both you and your employer, the EU Blue Card is your pathway to a secure and successful future. Fast-track processing ensures you can start your journey quickly, with permits granted for up to three years. Take the next step toward a thriving career in Lithuania today!
Requirements:
- 5+ years of work experience (or 3 years within the past 7 years for IT managers/specialists) or a university degree.
- A minimum of 5 years’ professional experience equivalent to a higher education qualification, applicant must first contact the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Lithuania for the issue of a document certifying his professional experience as a higher education qualification.
- Salary must be at least 1.2 times the average for shortage occupations, or 1.5 times for others.
Family Benefits: Family reunification is allowed for spouses, children, and dependents
Documents & Processing:
- Processing time: 15-30 days.
- Required documents include an invitation letter, employment contract, degree or experience certificates, criminal record, and health insurance.
Documents may vary by nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Temporary Residence Permit For Work
Unlock legal employment in Lithuania! This permit is tailored for non-EU nationals, allowing you to live and work in a dynamic economy.
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Requirements:
- Employer must advertise the job through the State Employment Agency for 10 days to prove no local candidates.
- The employer commits to hiring foreigner under an employment contract for a period of no less than six months and ensuring a full-time work schedule.
- Applicant must have qualifications related to the job to be performed and at least 1 year of work experience in the past 3 years relevant to the job, or details about the expected monthly salary, which must not be lower than the most recently published average monthly gross salary for the calendar year, as reported by the State Data Agency.
Family: Family reunification is not allowed under this permit.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing time: 45 days – 3 months.
- Required documents include an invitation letter, employment contract, degree or experience certificates, criminal record, and health insurance.
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Temporary Residence Permit For Board Members Of The Company
Live and work in Lithuania as an executive! If you’re a member of the executive team or board of a company, you can secure a permit for long-term stability.
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Requirements for company:
- A business plan under which the company has been operating for at least 6 months.
- Full-time employees must be Lithuanian citizens, citizens of other EU or EFTA countries, or foreigners who have permanent residence in Lithuania, and the total monthly salaries paid must equal at least the latest average gross monthly wage for the country, as published by the Lithuanian Department of Statistics (including data on wages from individual enterprises).
- The value of the company’s equity must be at least €28,000.
- The poves that the company has been operating for at least 6 months in accordance with the business plan in Lithuania:
- documentation on the location of the company’s registered office (e.g. lease agreement for the premises);
- no more than 10 contracts confirming the business activities of the company;
- if the company’s activities require relevant permits or licences, these permits;
- documents supporting the company’s economic transactions and events (e.g. bank statements, invoices, cash receipts and expense warrants);
- records of the company’s economic transactions and events (e.g. general ledger, transaction log).
- employment contracts of the company’s employees.
Requirements for applicant:
- Applicant must be the company’s director or a shareholder of a UAB or AB with at least 1/3 of the company’s share capital.
- Applicant must own shares in the company with a nominal value of at least €14,000 in the case of AB or UAB, or make a contribution (in cash or other assets) to the company or firm in the case of IĮ, MB, or TŪB, with the contribution being no less than €14,000.
Family Benefits: Family reunification is allowed for spouses, children, and dependents.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing time: 45 days – 3 months.
- Required documents include employment agreement, proof of sufficient means, health insurance.
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Temporary Residence Permit Under An Investment Contract
Secure your future through investment! This permit offers a pathway for investors to live and work in Lithuania. Start your journey to success in Lithuania today! You can obtain a temporary residence permit valid for up to 3 years if you are an investor, investor participant or the employee of an investor.
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Requirements:
The investment agreement shall specify:
- the time limit within which foreigners may apply for a temporary residence permit on this basis, which may not exceed the duration of the investment agreement;
- the number of employees who can obtain temporary residence permits on this basis;
- the duration of the investment agreement.
Investor might meet following criteria:
- has concluded with the Government of the Republic of Lithuania or an institution authorised by the Government of the Republic of Lithuania an investment contract with a minimum value of EUR 1 448 100for private investment in an investment project, whereby the investor undertakes to invest in the creation of new jobs in the Republic of Lithuania, where the average monthly wage of persons employed under an employment contract would be at least equal to or higher than the average of 1.5 % of the average monthly wages of the municipality in which the investment is being made as published last time prior to the date of the conclusion of the investment contract by the Lithuanian Department of Statistics;
- the annual revenue of the group of undertakings to which the investor belongs and/or of the undertakings of which the investor is a controlling person and/or of the investor in at least one financial year in the last three years was at least EUR 2 500 000.
First, Investor might to apply to the public institution Invest Lithuania confirming and get a letter that he meets one of the following conditions:
- is an employee of the investor or the investor’s group of undertakings who has been employed by the investor or the investor’s group of undertakings for at least 3 months prior to the date of conclusion of the investment agreement; or
- on the date of conclusion of the investment agreement, was an employee of the investor or of the investor’s group of undertakings, having been employed by the investor or the investor’s group of undertakings for at least 3 months prior to the date of conclusion of the investment agreement, and is working in the place of employment envisaged to be created under the investment agreement in the Republic of Lithuania; or
- is an investor or a participant of an investor who owns at least 1/10 of the authorised capital of an enterprise established in the Republic of Lithuania in which the investment contract provides for the creation of jobs in the Republic of Lithuania, and whose investment in the enterprise amounts to at least EUR 14 000.
Family Benefits: Family reunification is allowed for spouses, children, and dependents.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing time: 15 days – 1 month.
- Required documents include employment agreement, proof of sufficient means, health insurance
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Other Residence Permits
In Lithuania, there are also other types of residence permits available, depending on the foreigner’s situation and eligibility:
- EU registration for citizens of the European Union Member States, countries of the European Economic Area and Swiss Confederation;
- a teacher or researcher under an employment agreement;
- an intra-corporate transferee to be employed in the position of a manager or specialist and as an employee-trainee within the framework of an intra-corporate transfer;
- student and student exchange;
- if person has finished studies in Lithuania;
- Asylum;
- for the performance of religious activities;
- as a guardian or trustee for a citizen of Lithuania or a non-citizen of Lithuania;
- court judgment regarding divorce and the specification of the place of domicile of children
- if person lost the European Union long-term resident status in the Republic of Lithuania when exiting to another country and requests a residence permit not later than three years after exiting;
- if person has a valid residence permit of a long-term resident of the European Union issued by another European Union Member State;
- temporary protection;
- on pension if person is from visa free regime country;
- Start-up companies;
- relatives of Lithuanian.
EU Blue Card
EU Blue Card:
Unlock opportunities for highly skilled professionals. Enjoy access to Lithuania’s labor market, social benefits, and a clear path to permanent residency
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Unlock new opportunities with the EU Blue Card—your key to living and working in Lithuania! Tailored for highly skilled professionals, this permit provides access to the labor market, social security, healthcare, and education. Beyond that, it paves the way to permanent residency and greater mobility across the EU. With benefits for both you and your employer, the EU Blue Card is your pathway to a secure and successful future. Fast-track processing ensures you can start your journey quickly, with permits granted for up to three years. Take the next step toward a thriving career in Lithuania today!
Requirements:
- 5+ years of work experience (or 3 years within the past 7 years for IT managers/specialists) or a university degree.
- A minimum of 5 years’ professional experience equivalent to a higher education qualification, applicant must first contact the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Lithuania for the issue of a document certifying his professional experience as a higher education qualification.
- Salary must be at least 1.2 times the average for shortage occupations, or 1.5 times for others.
Family Benefits: Family reunification is allowed for spouses, children, and dependents
Documents & Processing:
- Processing time: 15-30 days.
- Required documents include an invitation letter, employment contract, degree or experience certificates, criminal record, and health insurance.
Documents may vary by nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Temporary Residence Permit for Work
Temporary Residence Permit For Work
Unlock legal employment in Lithuania! This permit is tailored for non-EU nationals, allowing you to live and work in a dynamic economy.
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Requirements:
- Employer must advertise the job through the State Employment Agency for 10 days to prove no local candidates.
- The employer commits to hiring foreigner under an employment contract for a period of no less than six months and ensuring a full-time work schedule.
- Applicant must have qualifications related to the job to be performed and at least 1 year of work experience in the past 3 years relevant to the job, or details about the expected monthly salary, which must not be lower than the most recently published average monthly gross salary for the calendar year, as reported by the State Data Agency.
Family: Family reunification is not allowed under this permit.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing time: 45 days – 3 months.
- Required documents include an invitation letter, employment contract, degree or experience certificates, criminal record, and health insurance.
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Temporary Residence Permit For Board Members Of The Company
Temporary Residence Permit For Board Members Of The Company
Live and work in Lithuania as an executive! If you’re a member of the executive team or board of a company, you can secure a permit for long-term stability.
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Requirements for company:
- A business plan under which the company has been operating for at least 6 months.
- Full-time employees must be Lithuanian citizens, citizens of other EU or EFTA countries, or foreigners who have permanent residence in Lithuania, and the total monthly salaries paid must equal at least the latest average gross monthly wage for the country, as published by the Lithuanian Department of Statistics (including data on wages from individual enterprises).
- The value of the company’s equity must be at least €28,000.
- The poves that the company has been operating for at least 6 months in accordance with the business plan in Lithuania:
- documentation on the location of the company’s registered office (e.g. lease agreement for the premises);
- no more than 10 contracts confirming the business activities of the company;
- if the company’s activities require relevant permits or licences, these permits;
- documents supporting the company’s economic transactions and events (e.g. bank statements, invoices, cash receipts and expense warrants);
- records of the company’s economic transactions and events (e.g. general ledger, transaction log).
- employment contracts of the company’s employees.
Requirements for applicant:
- Applicant must be the company’s director or a shareholder of a UAB or AB with at least 1/3 of the company’s share capital.
- Applicant must own shares in the company with a nominal value of at least €14,000 in the case of AB or UAB, or make a contribution (in cash or other assets) to the company or firm in the case of IĮ, MB, or TŪB, with the contribution being no less than €14,000.
Family Benefits: Family reunification is allowed for spouses, children, and dependents.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing time: 45 days – 3 months.
- Required documents include employment agreement, proof of sufficient means, health insurance.
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Temporary Residence Permit Under An Investment Contract
Temporary Residence Permit Under An Investment Contract
Secure your future through investment! This permit offers a pathway for investors to live and work in Lithuania. Start your journey to success in Lithuania today! You can obtain a temporary residence permit valid for up to 3 years if you are an investor, investor participant or the employee of an investor.
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Requirements:
The investment agreement shall specify:
- the time limit within which foreigners may apply for a temporary residence permit on this basis, which may not exceed the duration of the investment agreement;
- the number of employees who can obtain temporary residence permits on this basis;
- the duration of the investment agreement.
Investor might meet following criteria:
- has concluded with the Government of the Republic of Lithuania or an institution authorised by the Government of the Republic of Lithuania an investment contract with a minimum value of EUR 1 448 100for private investment in an investment project, whereby the investor undertakes to invest in the creation of new jobs in the Republic of Lithuania, where the average monthly wage of persons employed under an employment contract would be at least equal to or higher than the average of 1.5 % of the average monthly wages of the municipality in which the investment is being made as published last time prior to the date of the conclusion of the investment contract by the Lithuanian Department of Statistics;
- the annual revenue of the group of undertakings to which the investor belongs and/or of the undertakings of which the investor is a controlling person and/or of the investor in at least one financial year in the last three years was at least EUR 2 500 000.
First, Investor might to apply to the public institution Invest Lithuania confirming and get a letter that he meets one of the following conditions:
- is an employee of the investor or the investor’s group of undertakings who has been employed by the investor or the investor’s group of undertakings for at least 3 months prior to the date of conclusion of the investment agreement; or
- on the date of conclusion of the investment agreement, was an employee of the investor or of the investor’s group of undertakings, having been employed by the investor or the investor’s group of undertakings for at least 3 months prior to the date of conclusion of the investment agreement, and is working in the place of employment envisaged to be created under the investment agreement in the Republic of Lithuania; or
- is an investor or a participant of an investor who owns at least 1/10 of the authorised capital of an enterprise established in the Republic of Lithuania in which the investment contract provides for the creation of jobs in the Republic of Lithuania, and whose investment in the enterprise amounts to at least EUR 14 000.
Family Benefits: Family reunification is allowed for spouses, children, and dependents.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing time: 15 days – 1 month.
- Required documents include employment agreement, proof of sufficient means, health insurance
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Other Residence Permits
Other Residence Permits
In Lithuania, there are also other types of residence permits available, depending on the foreigner’s situation and eligibility:
- EU registration for citizens of the European Union Member States, countries of the European Economic Area and Swiss Confederation;
- a teacher or researcher under an employment agreement;
- an intra-corporate transferee to be employed in the position of a manager or specialist and as an employee-trainee within the framework of an intra-corporate transfer;
- student and student exchange;
- if person has finished studies in Lithuania;
- Asylum;
- for the performance of religious activities;
- as a guardian or trustee for a citizen of Lithuania or a non-citizen of Lithuania;
- court judgment regarding divorce and the specification of the place of domicile of children
- if person lost the European Union long-term resident status in the Republic of Lithuania when exiting to another country and requests a residence permit not later than three years after exiting;
- if person has a valid residence permit of a long-term resident of the European Union issued by another European Union Member State;
- temporary protection;
- on pension if person is from visa free regime country;
- Start-up companies;
- relatives of Lithuanian.
Visas
Long Term D Visa
Foreign nationals who wish to stay in Lithuania for more than 90 days within a 6-month period must apply for a long-term visa (D visa) or residence permit, depending on their situation. The maximum validity of a long-term D visa is one year.
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The D-type visa, also known as a national visa, can be issued as a single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry visa. It allows the holder to enter Lithuania within the specified period, stay for the duration indicated on the visa.
Purposes for D Visa:
- Work visa for posted or seasonal workers (work agreement or service provider);
- Humanitarian considerations;
Requirements:
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended stay in Lithuania, issued within the last 10 years, and with at least two blank pages.
- Requirements may vary depending on the purpose of travel.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing Time: 15 days. Applications can be submitted up to 6 months before the planned trip.
- Required Documents: Passport, travel insurance, proof of travel ticket booking, proof of financial means, booking confirmation for accommodation in Lithuania, and bank statements. Additional documents, such as an invitation, employment agreement, sponsorship letter, or cover letter, and other documents may be required depending on the purpose of travel.
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Short Term C Visa (Schengen Visa)
The Schengen visa allows the holder to a total stay of up to 90 days within a period of 6 months for tourist or business purposes. This short-term visa can be issued as single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry and has two types:
- Unified Visa: Valid for all Schengen States, permitting travel across all Schengen countries.
- Limited Territorial Validity Visa: Valid only in Lithuania or specific Schengen countries.
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The C visa is typically valid for up to 1 year. After the first border crossing between a Schengen and non-Schengen state, the holder can stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Purposes for C Visa:
- Business: Meetings, conferences, training, or business-related events;
- Education: Study, training, or participation in scientific, cultural, artistic, sports, or religious activities;
- tourism;
- family/friends/private visit;
- medical treatment.
Requirements:
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended stay in Lithuania, and with at least two blank pages.
- Requirements may vary depending on the purpose of travel.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing Time: 15 days. Applications can be submitted up to 6 months before the planned trip.
- Required Documents: Passport, travel insurance, proof of travel ticket booking, proof of financial means, booking confirmation for accommodation in Lithuania, and bank statements. Additional documents, such as an invitation, employment agreement, sponsorship letter, or cover letter, and other documents may be required depending on the purpose of travel.
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Long Term D Visa
Long Term D Visa
Foreign nationals who wish to stay in Lithuania for more than 90 days within a 6-month period must apply for a long-term visa (D visa) or residence permit, depending on their situation. The maximum validity of a long-term D visa is one year.
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The D-type visa, also known as a national visa, can be issued as a single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry visa. It allows the holder to enter Lithuania within the specified period, stay for the duration indicated on the visa.
Purposes for D Visa:
- Work visa for posted or seasonal workers (work agreement or service provider);
- Humanitarian considerations;
Requirements:
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended stay in Lithuania, issued within the last 10 years, and with at least two blank pages.
- Requirements may vary depending on the purpose of travel.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing Time: 15 days. Applications can be submitted up to 6 months before the planned trip.
- Required Documents: Passport, travel insurance, proof of travel ticket booking, proof of financial means, booking confirmation for accommodation in Lithuania, and bank statements. Additional documents, such as an invitation, employment agreement, sponsorship letter, or cover letter, and other documents may be required depending on the purpose of travel.
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
Short Term C Visa (Schengen Visa)
Short Term C Visa (Schengen Visa)
The Schengen visa allows the holder to a total stay of up to 90 days within a period of 6 months for tourist or business purposes. This short-term visa can be issued as single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry and has two types:
- Unified Visa: Valid for all Schengen States, permitting travel across all Schengen countries.
- Limited Territorial Validity Visa: Valid only in Lithuania or specific Schengen countries.
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The C visa is typically valid for up to 1 year. After the first border crossing between a Schengen and non-Schengen state, the holder can stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Purposes for C Visa:
- Business: Meetings, conferences, training, or business-related events;
- Education: Study, training, or participation in scientific, cultural, artistic, sports, or religious activities;
- tourism;
- family/friends/private visit;
- medical treatment.
Requirements:
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended stay in Lithuania, and with at least two blank pages.
- Requirements may vary depending on the purpose of travel.
Documents & Processing:
- Processing Time: 15 days. Applications can be submitted up to 6 months before the planned trip.
- Required Documents: Passport, travel insurance, proof of travel ticket booking, proof of financial means, booking confirmation for accommodation in Lithuania, and bank statements. Additional documents, such as an invitation, employment agreement, sponsorship letter, or cover letter, and other documents may be required depending on the purpose of travel.
Document requirements may vary depending on nationality and require legalization or apostille.
