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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.