Lithuania

1. Short-Stay Schengen Visas (Type C)

Tourist Visa

• 90 days max per 180-day period
• Requires confirmed accommodation bookings + €40/day proof of funds
• Valid for sightseeing/leisure visits

Business Visa

• For meetings, conferences, or contract negotiations
• Mandatory invitation from Lithuanian-registered company
• No paid work permitted

Visitor Visa

• For visiting family/friends
• Requires notarized invitation from Lithuanian resident
• The host must provide accommodation guarantee

Cultural/Sports Visa

• For event participants/performers
• Event organizers must provide an official invitation

2. Long-Stay National Visas (Type D)

Work Visas

1. Highly Qualified Specialist Visa
   • Fast-track for IT/engineering professionals
   • Minimum salary: 1.5x average Lithuanian wage (€3,375+/month in 2024)
2. EU Blue Card
   • For degree holders with a job contract
   • Salary threshold: €2,036/month
3. Seasonal Work Visa
   • Agriculture/tourism sectors only
   • Max 9 months/year

Student Visa

• Requires admission to an accredited Lithuanian institution
• Must show €500/month financial means
• Permits part-time work (20h/week)

Startup Visa

• For innovative business founders
• Requires €28,000 minimum capital
• Business plan approval by Enterprise Lithuania

3. Special Visa Categories

Digital Nomad Visa

• Valid 12 months (renewable once)
• Requirements:
  • €3,500/month remote income
  • Health insurance covering Lithuania
  • No local employment allowed

Investor Visa

• Options:
  • €288,000 business investment
  • €500,000 govt bonds purchase
  • €144,000+ in Lithuanian startup

Ancestry Visa

• For descendants of Lithuanian citizens
• Requires genealogical proof
• Pathway to citizenship

4. Residence Permits

• Temporary Residence:Valid 1-2 years (renewable)
• Permanent Residence: After five continuous years
• EU Long-Term Residence:After 5 years for non-EU nationals

Key Requirements for All Visas

• Medical insurance (€30,000 coverage)
• Clean criminal record
• Proof of accommodation
• Completed application form

Processing Times

• Schengen visas: 15 calendar days
• National visas: 1-3 months
• Express service available (3-5 days) for an extra fee

Visa-Free Access

• Schengen area citizens: unlimited stay
• 90-day visa-free for US, UK, Canada, etc. passport holders

2024 Updates

1. New IT specialist fast-track program
2. Increased minimum salary thresholds
3. Stricter document verification for student visas