🇱🇹Lithuania Visa for Armenian Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa required

Armenian passport holders need a visa to enter Lithuania. Apply at a Lithuania embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

How Armenian citizens apply for a Lithuania visa

Lithuania visa cost for Armenian citizens

Fee for Armenian citizens

EUR 35

Reduced EUR 35 fee under EU visa facilitation agreements with Armenia and Azerbaijan (EU-wide, applies to Lithuania as a Schengen member).

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

EUR 35

Up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial source
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E-visa / ETIAS

Fee not published by Lithuania

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Applications are handled via VFS Global — a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules

Documents required for Armenian applicants

The exact documents Armenian citizens must submit for Lithuania, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

Required for every visa type below

- Valid Passport (issued no later than 10 years ago and with a validity of 3 months after the return day). The passport is preferable to be clean and without damages and shall have 2 blank visa pages. - For minors: - Birth certificate - Copies of pages with notes of parents’ passports (if the minor is applying with one parent only or without parents) - Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate /Divorce certificate/ Guardianship documents - Children under 12 is not mandatory to be present at VAC as no fingerprint is taken. Children from 12 to 18 years old must be present during document submission. - Foreign citizens should provide the proof of their legal stay in Armenia: residence permit, stamp of registration, which must be valid at least 3 months after the intended return from EU member states. - Ticket reservation (personal data of the applicant and flight details must be mentioned) - If you are planning to enter the other Schengen state, you must provide airplane/transport means ticket and proof of accommodation. - Pension book/certificate (photo existence is mandatory in the pension book) - Bank reference/statement (for the last 3 months) or appropriate documents from the third part with the obligation to cover all expenses related to the journey. If there is no relation between the applicant and sponsor, then the sponsorship letter is required. The sponsorship letter is desirable for husband/ wife/ underage children. - Copy of valid and old passports- all pages that contain personal data, stamps and visas, and other notes) - For minors who travel without parents or with one parent only: - Marriage certificate of parents / Paternity acknowledgement certificate/Divorce certificate - Notarized consent (translated and confirmed by the notary) from parents if the child is travelling alone or with one parent only. At least one parent must be present while submitting the documents. - If the documents of minor is submitting the third part (except parents and legal guardian), then the power of attorney with appropriate points is required based on which they can apply in the Visa Application Centre. It is not mandatory for children under 12 years to be present while submitting the documents, they are exempted from giving biometric data. - It is preferable to provide relatives’ passport copies of all pages with notes. - Additional documents: real estate certificate, marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc. - Consular fee is 35 €, except for Denmark which is 90 €. Service fee is 17.9 €. More detailed variant can be found in the section visa fees. Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application or had during the interview. NOTE: All the documents (that are not in Lithuanian, Russian or English) should have Lithuanian, Russian or English translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices. All references are valid a month. In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility.

touristTourist

- Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT). Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. - Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗), the applicant should choose the option "For foreigners", find his nationality, to get or extend Schengen visa, and proceed with other steps until the application form. No other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”., no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.(proof of accommodation) - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) - Travel medical insurance. (personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day). Regarding orientational sums of other Schengen countries please follow the link.). - Documents of co-travelers must also be presented while applying. - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are in local AMD.

touristOfficial visit

- Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT). Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. - Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗) , the applicant should choose the option "For foreigners", find his nationality, to get or extend Schengen visa, and proceed with other steps until the application form. No other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”., no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.(proof of accommodation) - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) - Official invitation - Official letter from competent Armenian authority - Travel medical insurance. (personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day. Regarding orientational sums of other Schengen countries please follow the link (PDF checklist ↗)) - Documents of co-travelers must also be presented while applying. - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are in local AMD.

medicalMedical reason

- Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT): Click here (visa.vrm.lt ↗). Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗), the applicant should choose the option "For foreigners", find his nationality, to get or extend Schengen visa, and proceed with other steps until the application form. No other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”., no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photo (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey. (proof of accommodation) - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) - Official document of the medical institution confirming medical care in that institution or necessity of being accompanied. - Travel medical insurance. (Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return - Proof of sufficient means to pay for the medical treatment. - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day. Regarding orientational sums of other Schengen countries please follow the link (PDF checklist ↗)). - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are in local AMD.

studentStudents

- Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT):Click here (visa.vrm.lt ↗). Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗), the applicant should choose the option "For foreigners", find his nationality, to get or extend Schengen visa, and proceed with other steps until the application form. No other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”., no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photo (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - Copies of pages with notes of parents’passports (if the minor is applying with one parent only or without parents) - Invitation of educational institution with details of enrolment or courses to be attended. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.(proof of accommodation) - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) - Travel medical insurance. (Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day. Regarding orientationalsums of other Schengen countries please follow the link (PDF checklist ↗)). - It is preferable to provide relatives’passport copies of all pages with notes. - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are inlocal AMD. Additionally, the Consulate can require other documents, supporting the information mentioned in the application or had during the interview.NOTE: All the documents (that are not in Lithuanian, Russian or English) should have Lithuanian, Russian or English translations either notarized or confirmed by translation offices. All references are valid a month.In case of providing not full package of document, the applicant takes the full responsibility. - Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT):. Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lrv.lt ↗ (migracija.lrv.lt ↗), no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photo (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - Invitation of educational institution with details of enrolment or courses to be attended. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.(proof of accommodation) - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) - Travel medical insurance. (Personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day. Regarding orientational sums of other Schengen countries please follow the link). - Consular fee is 35 €, except for Denmark which is 90 €. Service fee is 15.9 €. More detailed variant can be found in the section visa fees. - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are in local AMD.

otherDrivers

- Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT). Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗), the applicant should choose the option "For foreigners", find his nationality, to get or extend Schengen visa, and proceed with other steps until the application form. No other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”., no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photo (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - A written request from the national association of carries stating purpose, itinerary, duration and frequency of the trip. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.(proof of accommodation) - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) - Entire route depiction (mentioning the exact dates and states) - Driving license of the driver. - Registration certificate of the transportation. - Travel medical insurance. (personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day. Regarding orientational sums of other Schengen countries please follow the link (PDF checklist ↗)). - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are in local AMD.

otherMiscellaneous

- Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT). Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗), the applicant should choose the option "For foreigners", find his nationality, to get or extend Schengen visa, and proceed with other steps until the application form. No other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”., no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.(proof of accommodation) - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) or other proof of accommodation - invitation specifying the details of participation in the event - Travel medical insurance. (personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day. Regarding orientational sums of other Schengen countries please follow the link (PDF checklist ↗)). - Documents of co-travelers must also be presented while applying. - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are in local AMD.

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businessBusiness

- Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT). Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗), the applicant should choose the option "For foreigners", find his nationality, to get or extend Schengen visa, and proceed with other steps until the application form. No other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”., no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey. (proof of accommodation) - Invitation from the inviting side which shall indicate company details, printed on company's letterhead, mention detailed information on the purpose and dates of the travel - in case of contracts, those shall be translated into Lithuanian, English or Russian by a certified translator - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) - Travel medical insurance. (personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return. Registration of private entrepreneurship ( in case of ownership of the company). - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day. Regarding orientational sums of other Schengen countries please follow the link (PDF checklist ↗)). - Documents of co-travelers must also be presented while applying. - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are in local AMD.

familyVisiting Relatives and Friends

- Application form filled in online (before printing the application, please press SUBMIT). Information filled in the application form should have an appropriate proof. Please be kindly informed that beginning from June 2, 2025, the applicants must fill in their application forms via the following link migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗), the applicant should choose the option "For foreigners", find his nationality, to get or extend Schengen visa, and proceed with other steps until the application form. No other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”., no other application form will be acceptable. Also note, that wile filling in the application form, at the end mark “to apply at the visa center”. - 1 biometrics photos (3.5 x 4.5), taken not earlier than 6 months. The forehead and ears should be as visible as possible, without heavy massive jewelry. The photo should be of high quality, desirable: not glossy. - Documents indicating the purpose of the journey.(proof of accommodation) - hotel booking (personal data of the applicant, name of hotel, address and number of guests must be mentioned) - Official invitation from the inviting relative/friend authorized by respective authorities of Lithuania, Hungary, Denmark, Netherlands, Latvia, Estonia. Invitation form for Estonia/Hungary can be in a form of a letter, however it must be mandatorily authorized by a notary. For the invitation to Lithuania only the code can suffice to present. Copies of Danish and Lithuanian invitations are sufficient. All other invitations shall be submitted in original form. - The passport/ID of the inviter ( basis which invitation is issued), document showing the relation between the inviter and the applicant. If the expensed are covered by the inviter, the 3 months bank statement and work reference with salary indication is required. - Travel medical insurance. (personal data of the applicant, dates of the journey, the area and sum (30 000 €/ 50 000$) of coverage must be mentioned). All the information must correspond to the information in the passport. If the insurance is not done online, it should be with stamp and signature. - Job reference (Employment letter, issued not earlier than a month ago, on the company blank with full attributes of the company, including the job title, dates of employment, salary and dates of vacation and preservation of job on return - Documents indicating that the applicant possesses sufficient means of subsistence both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to his country of origin or residence, or for the transit to a third country into which he is certain to be admitted (Lithuania 45 EUR per day, Latvia 14 EUR per day, Estonia 130,8 EUR per day, Denmark 300 DKK per day, The Netherlands 55 EUR per day, Hungary 10,000 HUF per day. Regarding orientational sums of other Schengen countries please follow the link (PDF checklist ↗)). - Documents of co-travelers must also be presented while applying. - All fees should be paid in cash/by credit and are in local AMD.

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Other Lithuania visa categories (13)

These don't apply to a typical short visit, but cover other reasons people travel to Lithuania. Eligibility varies by visa type — some are limited to specific nationalities, so check each one's conditions.

National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Work

Issued to foreign nationals who have been granted a work permit or temporary residence permit for employment purposes in Lithuania, allowing them to enter and reside while working.

365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processingonline

Lithuania's national D visa is issued for stays exceeding 90 days. A work D visa is linked to a work permit or a temporary residence permit for employment. Valid for up to 1 year. Applications submitted via MIGRIS portal (www.migracija.lt) or Lithuanian consulate. Holders must obtain a temporary residence permit if staying beyond the D visa period. National visa (D) state fee is EUR 140 (approx USD 153) per the Migration Department state-fee schedule (migracija.lrv.lt) and the EU Immigration Portal. EU Blue Card holders also receive a D visa if entering from outside Lithuania.

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National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Study

Issued to foreign nationals accepted for full-time studies at a Lithuanian higher education institution, language school, or other accredited educational establishment.

365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processingonline

Requires acceptance letter from a Lithuanian educational institution and proof of sufficient funds. Valid up to 1 year; students in programmes longer than 1 year must obtain a temporary residence permit. Students may work part-time (up to 20 hours/week during term time) under Lithuanian labour law. National visa (D) state fee EUR 140 (approx USD 153). Applications via MIGRIS portal or Lithuanian consulate.

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EU Blue Card (Highly Qualified Worker)

Residence and work permit for highly qualified non-EU nationals employed in Lithuania under a contract for at least 6 months, meeting minimum salary thresholds.

multiple entry15-30d processingonline

Fee EUR 160 (approx USD 175); expedited EUR 320 (approx USD 350). Minimum salary: EUR 3,165/month for standard occupations (1.5x average wage); EUR 2,532/month for shortage/high-value-added occupations (1.2x average wage). Based on 2023 average monthly gross wage of EUR 2,110. Duration: 3 years or employment contract duration + 3 months (whichever shorter). Eligible for EU mobility after 18 months. Applied for via MIGRIS portal. Standard processing: 1 month; expedited: 15 days.

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National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Startup / Self-Employment

Issued to non-EU founders or key personnel of innovative startups confirmed by the Lithuanian Innovation Agency, or to qualified self-employed persons establishing a business in Lithuania.

730 daysmultiple entry15-120d processingonline

Startup applicants must first obtain confirmation from the Lithuanian Innovation Agency (Inovacijų agentūra) that the planned activity is innovative. Temporary residence permit issued for 2 years, renewable for up to 3 additional years upon Innovation Agency confirmation. Enterprise must be established and operations commenced within 120 days of permit issuance. National visa (D) state fee EUR 140 (approx USD 153); the linked temporary residence permit fee is EUR 160. Applications via MIGRIS.

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National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Family Reunification

Issued to family members (spouse, minor children, dependent relatives) of Lithuanian citizens, EU/EEA nationals residing in Lithuania, or third-country nationals holding a valid temporary or permanent residence permit.

365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processingonline

Requires proof of family relationship with the sponsor, sponsor's valid residence status, proof of adequate accommodation and financial means. Sponsor must have held a temporary residence permit for at least 1 year and have the right to reside for at least another year before applying. National visa (D) state fee EUR 140 (approx USD 153). Applications via MIGRIS portal or Lithuanian consulate.

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National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Scientific Research

Issued to researchers and scientists from non-EU countries who have signed a hosting agreement with a Lithuanian research institution accredited by the relevant ministry.

365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processingonline

Requires a signed hosting agreement with an accredited Lithuanian research or higher education institution. Holders may apply for a temporary residence permit if staying longer than the D visa period. National visa (D) state fee EUR 140 (approx USD 153). Implementing EU Directive 2016/801 on students and researchers. Applications via MIGRIS.

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National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Voluntary Activity / Traineeship

Issued to non-EU nationals participating in voluntary service programmes (e.g. European Solidarity Corps) or unpaid traineeships at Lithuanian organisations.

365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processingonline

Requires hosting agreement with a Lithuanian organisation. National visa (D) state fee EUR 140 (approx USD 153). Implementing EU Directive 2016/801. Applications via MIGRIS portal or Lithuanian consulate.

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Diplomatic / Official Visa

Issued to foreign nationals holding diplomatic, official, or service passports traveling to Lithuania on official government business, including accredited diplomats and their dependents.

multiple entry

Diplomatic passport holders from many countries are exempt from Schengen visa requirements under bilateral agreements (see conditional_access entries). Where a visa is required, diplomatic visas are issued free of charge. Procedures coordinated via Lithuanian embassies and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (urm.lt).

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Schengen Type C Visa (Medical Treatment Purpose)

Short-stay Schengen C visa issued for the purpose of receiving medical treatment in Lithuania; uses the same instrument as tourist/business visits.

90 dayssingle entry15-45d processing

Same legal instrument as Schengen C visa. Requires documentation from a Lithuanian medical institution confirming appointment/treatment. Fee EUR 90. For treatments exceeding 90 days a national D visa and temporary residence permit based on medical grounds may be required.

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National Long-Stay Visa Type D / Schengen C - Seasonal Work

Non-EU nationals coming to Lithuania for temporary seasonal employment (e.g. agriculture, food processing, hospitality) tied to a seasonal work permit issued by the Employment Service.

180 daysmultiple entry7-15d processingonline

Seasonal work permits are granted for a maximum of 6 months in any 12-month period. A Schengen C visa is used for seasonal stays up to 90 days; a national long-stay D visa for longer seasonal stays. The prospective employer notifies the local Employment Service (uzt.lt) of the vacancy and applies for the permit, which is issued within 7 working days; the corresponding national long-stay visa is issued within about 15 days. Implements EU Directive 2014/36/EU on seasonal workers. Applications via MIGRIS / Lithuanian consulate.

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Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT) Permit

Managers, specialists, or trainee employees of a company established outside the EU who are transferred to a group branch, subsidiary, or parent company in Lithuania.

1095 daysmultiple entry30-90d processingonline

Requires prior employment with the sending company of at least 6 months (managers/specialists) or 3 months (trainees). Permit valid for the duration of the transfer up to a maximum of 3 years for managers and specialists and 1 year for trainees. Standard processing up to 2 months (managers/specialists) or 3 months (trainees); expedited decision in 1 month / 45 days for an additional fee. Allows intra-EU mobility within the same corporate group. Implements EU Directive 2014/66/EU. Applied for via MIGRIS or a Lithuanian consulate.

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Working Holiday / Youth Mobility Visa (National Visa Type D)

Young citizens (typically aged 18-30, up to 35 for Canada) of countries holding a bilateral youth-mobility agreement with Lithuania, to travel and take up temporary employment for up to 12 months.

365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processingonline

Issued under bilateral youth-exchange / work-holiday agreements as a national (D) visa valid for up to 12 months with the right to work. National visa (D) state fee EUR 140 (approx USD 153). Confirmed partner countries: Canada (agreement signed 19 Nov 2009, in force 1 Oct 2010, ages 18-35), New Zealand (signed 1 Oct 2015, in force 1 Jan 2017, ages 18-30), Japan, and South Korea. Applicants must show sufficient funds, a return ticket or means to buy one, and health insurance. Issued by the Migration Department / Lithuanian consulates. Bilateral agreements confirmed via EACEA National Policies (European Commission youth wiki) and Government of Canada International Experience Canada.

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National Long-Stay Visa Type D - International Service Provider / Posted Worker

Non-EU nationals posted to Lithuania to temporarily provide services under a contract, including contractual service suppliers (CSSs), business visitors for establishment purposes (BVEPs), and short-term business visitors (STBVs) sent by a foreign service-providing company.

365 daysmultiple entry30-90d processingonline

Officially recognised EU immigration category (EU Immigration Portal) covering Contractual Service Suppliers (CSSs), Business Visitors for Establishment Purposes (BVEPs) and Short-Term Business Visitors (STBVs). Stays up to 90 days may use a Schengen C visa; stays over 90 days require a national long-stay D visa (EUR 140, approx USD 153) or a temporary residence permit (EUR 160 standard / EUR 320 expedited). Standard processing about 3 months; expedited 45 days. Requires health insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage. Applications via MIGRIS or a Lithuanian consulate / external service provider.

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Lithuania visa for Armenian citizens — FAQ

Do Armenian citizens need a visa for Lithuania?

Yes — Armenian citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Lithuania embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.

What documents do Armenian citizens need for Lithuania?

A valid passport plus the Lithuania document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

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