United KingdomLithuania
British passport · policy checked 17 Jul 2026
Visa-free
Nothing to arrange. 90 days in any 180-day period.
90
days
max stay per entry
0
visa fee
free entry
1
document
your valid passport
0
forms
no application, no appointment
Policy note
Schengen visa-free under EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex II.
Covers British Citizens and specified British Nationals (Overseas), British Overseas Territories Citizens, British Overseas Citizens, British Protected Persons, British Subjects.
Entering Lithuania on a British passport
- Travel with your valid British passport - no visa, no application.
Lithuania visa types
Tourism/Other private visitsTouristdocuments
6. Bank Statement · 8. Minor children:
- Photograph (one)
- Original birth certificate and its copy;
- Original parent’s passports and their copies (ID page only);
- A letter of consent signed by both parents, authorising the child to travel;
- Family members of EU/EEA/EFTA citizens, holding other residence document than the Residence Card of a Family Member of an EEA National, and travelling together with an EU/EEA/EFTA citizen (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
- Family members of EU/EEA/EFTA citizens, not travelling together with an EU/EEA/EFTA citizen (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗).
Visit to close relatives in Lithuania. The documents can be filled in Lithuanian or English language. Only Latin alphabet is applicable for application form filling. Do I need a Visa? (keliauk.urm.lt ↗)
Prepare your documents
We advise to refer to the Embassy’s website for correct checklists uk.mfa.lt ↗ (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
2. Passport and the copy of the pages in duplicate with personal data.
3.UK Residence permit and Share Code - Original and Copy
9. Document to prove the purpose of travel - Tourism/Other private visits:
Confirmed hotel booking in your name for full stay in the Schengen area or any other appropriate document stating the planned accommodation. If the applicant’s name is not mentioned on the accommodation reservation, then a joint travel confirmation letter, signed and dated by the person whose name is on the reservation, must also be provided along with a photocopy of that same person’s passport/ID card + passport signature page, if signature is not on passport’s bio page.
For family members of EU/EEA/EFTA citizens please follow the relevant link for the supporting documents to be provided:
** Please note that the Proof of relation to EEA/EU and Swiss national: marriage/birth certificate (original to be seen), if not in English or Lithuanian then a translation by a certified translator in the UK of the same is required. If the Marriage/Birth certificate is not issued in the EU or EEA Member State or Swiss Confederation, it needs to be legalized. Document authentication (legalisation) and Apostille certification means verification of signature and seal of a document. Traditionally it is performed by a Consular Officer so that documents drawn up in one country would be legally valid in another one.
Business/WorkBusinessdocuments
6. Bank Statement
- Photograph (one)
- Passport and the copy of the pages in duplicate with personal data
- UK Residence permit and Share Code - Original and Copy
- It is mandatory to bring the printout of the share code from the website gov.uk ↗ (gov.uk ↗) in addition to UK Residence permit, endorsed in the passport or issued as a Biometrics card, must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area; C type visitor visa (see here (vfsglobal.com ↗)) is not acceptable.
- Travel Medical Insurance
- Travel Medical Insurance, which shall cover the entire period of the intended stay, be valid for all Schengen States and cover any expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgency medical attention, emergency hospital treatment or death during the stay. The minimum coverage must be 30.000 EUR. If a bank covers you while abroad, a recent letter from the bank stating that the above conditions are fulfilled must be provided.
- Proof of employment
- Self-employment.
- a recent and signed formal invitation by fax (showing fax transmission details), or original by post, on official company letterhead from your business partner in Lithuania stating the kind of business, duration of the business trip(s) and a confirmation of guarantee for the costs of the stay, if applicable, or
- an invitation from a firm or an authority to attend meetings, conferences, proof of registration, or events connected with trade, industry or work;
- other documents which show the existence of trade relations or relations for work purposes;
- entry tickets or registration for fairs and congresses.
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗).
The documents can be in the Lithuanian or English language. Only Latin alphabet is applicable for application form filling.
Do I need a Visa? (keliauk.urm.lt ↗)
Prepare your documents
We advise to refer to the Embassy’s website for correct checklists uk.mfa.lt ↗ (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
Recent original letter from accountant, banker or solicitor (official headed letter with name, date of issue, address, recent telephone number and position of signatory and registration number in the United Kingdom) stating self-employment or business ownership in the United Kingdom, and - letter fromthe tax authorities.
8. Document to prove the purpose of travel - Business:
TransitTransitdocuments
6. Bank Statement · 8. Minor children:
- Photograph (one)
- Passport and the copy of the pages in duplicate with personal data.
- UK Residence permit and Share Code - Original and Copy
- General employment: recent (not older than one month), official and signed original letter from employer (headed letter with name, position of signatory and date of issue, address, recent telephone number and registration number in the United Kingdom) and/or payslips for the last 3 months.Please note contracts of employment are not accepted.
- Copy of birth certificate.
- If a minor child leaves the country accompanied by one of the parents / guardian, who already has a valid Schengen visa, the copy of this visa is attached to the documents. In this case the consent signed by both parents or guardians and allowing the child to leave the borders of the UK is not needed.
- if a minor child leaves the country and is accompanied by any other person except for parents/ guardians the original and a copy of notarized consent signed by both parents or guardians is attached to the documents. If a child has only one parent or guardian, the confirming documents are provided (for instance, death certificate of another parent, single parent document, etc.).
- Visa or another permission to enter the country of destination.
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗).
The documents can be filled in the Lithuanian or English language. Only Latin alphabet is applicable for application form filling. Do I need a Visa? (keliauk.urm.lt ↗)
Prepare your documents
We advise to refer to the Embassy’s website for correct checklists uk.mfa.lt ↗ (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
It is mandatory to bring the printout of the share code from the website gov.uk ↗ (gov.uk ↗) in addition to UK Residence permit, endorsed in the passport or issued as a Biometrics card, must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area; C type visitor visa (see here (vfsglobal.com ↗)) is not acceptable.
Proof of confirmed and fully paid tickets to the United Kingdom or to the country of final destination. If travelling by car, ferry tickets must be fully paid and showing all ports of entry and re-entry. Originals and copies of car registration and insurance documents must also be provided.
9. Documents confirming the purpose of travel
Schengen Type C Visa (Medical Treatment Purpose)Medicaldocuments
90 dayssingle entry15-45d processing~$99valid 365d
Short-stay Schengen C visa issued for the purpose of receiving medical treatment in Lithuania; uses the same instrument as tourist/business visits.
Checklist filed by the visa centre as “Medical Treatment”
6. Bank Statement · 8. Minor children: · For patients:
- Photograph (one)
- General employment: recent (not older than one month), official and signed original letter from employer (headed letter with name, position of signatory and date of issue, address, recent telephone number and registration number in the United Kingdom) and/or payslips for the last 3 months.Please note contracts of employment are not accepted.
- Copy of birth certificate.
- If a minor child leaves the country accompanied by one of the parents / guardian, who already has a valid Schengen visa, the copy of this visa has to be attached to the documents. In this case the consent signed by both parents or guardians and allowing the child to leave the borders of the UK is not needed.
- document from the healthcare institution confirming the necessity of medical services;
- document confirming place of residence (provided in case if the information about place of residence is absent in the confirmation from healthcare institution). If an Applicant requests for multi-entry visa it’s acceptable to provide the documents on place of residence valid for the 1st entry only.
- The confirmation of financial means sufficient for payment for medical services, deposits or prepayment for medical services;
- document from the healthcare institution confirming the necessity of medical services;
- document confirming place of residence (provided in case if the information about place of residence is absent in the confirmation from healthcare institution);
- in case the Attendant’s documents are submitted separately from the Patient’s documents The Patient’s passport and visa copies are required.
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗).
The documents can be in the Lithuanian or English language. Only Latin alphabet is applicable for application form filling. Do I need a Visa? (keliauk.urm.lt ↗)
Prepare your documents
We advise to refer to the Embassy’s website for correct checklists uk.mfa.lt ↗ (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
2. Passport and the copy of the pages in duplicate with personal data
3. UK Residence permit and Share Code - Original and Copy
It is mandatory to bring the printout of the share code from the website gov.uk ↗ (gov.uk ↗) in addition to UK Residence permit, endorsed in the passport or issued as a Biometrics card, must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area; C type visitor visa (see here (vfsglobal.com ↗)) is not acceptable.
9. Documents confirming the purpose of travel
For attendants
The confirmation of financial means sufficient for the period of trip. The sufficiency of financial means is confirmed with bank statement where the account activity during last 3 month is reflected (the document can be printed using online banking data and contain website details) or bank reference (within up to 5 days with bank seal affixed) confirming sufficient amount of financial means at the international plastic card "Visa", "Mastercard", "Maestro"and etc.;
The Embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents (for instance, place of residence confirmation, transport documents, etc. ).
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.
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Family ReunificationFamilydocuments
365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processing~$153valid 365donline
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.
Checklist filed by the visa centre as “Close Relatives/Family Members Visits”
6. Bank Statement · 8. Minor children:
- Photograph (one)
- Original birth certificate and its copy;
- Original parent’s passports and their copies (ID page only);
- A letter of consent signed by both parents, authorising the child to travel;
- Family members of EU/EEA/EFTA citizens, holding other residence document than the Residence Card of a Family Member of an EEA National, and travelling together with an EU/EEA/EFTA citizen (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
- Family members of EU/EEA/EFTA citizens, not travelling together with an EU/EEA/EFTA citizen (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗).
Visit to close relatives in Lithuania. The documents can be filled in Lithuanian or English language. Only Latin alphabet is applicable for application form filling. Do I need a Visa? (keliauk.urm.lt ↗)
Prepare your documents
We advise to refer to the Embassy’s website for correct checklists uk.mfa.lt ↗ (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
2. Passport and the copy of the pages in duplicate with personal data.
3. UK Residence permit and Share Code - Original and Copy
It is mandatory to bring the printout of the share code from the website gov.uk ↗ (gov.uk ↗) in addition to UK Residence permit, endorsed in the passport or issued as a Biometrics card, must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area; C type visitor visa (see here (vfsglobal.com ↗)) is not acceptable.
9. Document tto prove the purpose of travel - proof of invitation/sponsorship by means of an official invitation letter: migracija.lt ↗ (migracija.lt ↗)
For family members of EU/EEA/EFTA citizens please follow the relevant link for the supporting documents to be provided:
** Please note that the Proof of relation to EEA/EU and Swiss national: marriage/birth certificate (original to be seen), if not in English or Lithuanian then a translation by a certified translator in the UK of the same is required. If the Marriage certificate is not issued in the EU or EEA Member State or Swiss Confederation, it needs to be legalized. Document authentication (legalisation) and Apostille certification means verification of signature and seal of a document. Traditionally it is performed by a Consular Officer so that documents drawn up in one country would be legally valid in another one.
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.
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa Type D - StudyStudent
365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processing~$153valid 365donline
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.
Official page ↗EU Blue Card (Highly Qualified Worker)Work
multiple entry15-30d processing~$175valid 1095donline
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.
Official page ↗Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT) PermitWork
1095 daysmultiple entry30-90d processing~$175valid 1095donline
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.
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa Type D - International Service Provider / Posted WorkerWork
365 daysmultiple entry30-90d processing~$153valid 365donline
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.
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Startup / Self-EmploymentWork
730 daysmultiple entry15-120d processing~$153valid 730donline
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.
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa Type D - WorkWork
365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processing~$153valid 365donline
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.
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa Type D / Schengen C - Seasonal WorkWork
180 daysmultiple entry7-15d processingvalid 180donline
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.
Official page ↗Cultural,art and sports eventOtherdocuments
6. Bank Statement · 8. Minor children: · 2. Study or professional training:
- Photograph (one)
- Passport and the copy of the pages in duplicate with personal data.
- UK Residence permit and Share Code - Original and Copy
- It is mandatory to bring the printout of the share code from the website
- Travel Medical Insurance
- Proof of employment
- Copy of birth certificate.
- If a minor child leaves the country accompanied by one of the parents / guardian, who already has a valid Schengen visa, the copy of this visa has to be attached to the documents. In this case the consent signed by both parents or guardians and allowing the child to leave the borders of the UK is not needed.
- Official letter (invitation) from the receiving party in Lithuania. The letter should contain the following information:
- a certificate of enrolment at an educational establishment (school, university, college, etc) for the purposes of attending vocational or theoretical courses within the framework of basic and further training;
- student card or certificate of the courses to be attended;
- documents in relation to accommodation, or proof of sufficient means to cover the accommodation.
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗).
The documents can be in the Lithuanian or English language. Only Latin alphabet is applicable for application form filling. Do I need a Visa? (keliauk.urm.lt ↗)
Prepare your documents
We advise to refer to the Embassy’s website for correct checklists uk.mfa.lt ↗ (uk.mfa.lt ↗)
in addition to UK Residence permit, endorsed in the passport or issued as a Biometrics card, must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area; C type visitor visa (see
here (vfsglobal.com ↗)
) is not acceptable.
9. Documents confirming the purpose of travel
1. Participants in cultural and artistic activities:
Personal data of invited people - name, surname, date of birth;
Purpose, time and the duration of stay (stays);
In which capacity the invited people travel to Lithuania;
The Responsibilities of the Receiving Party to guarantee and provide the accommodation.
The invitation from Legal entity should be issued by its legal representative who has the signing authority. In case there is an appendix attached to the invitation (for instance, the list with the data of invited people), it should be issued as well as the main document.
Invitation can be submitted in original, as a fax or printed scan of the original document.
Note! For faxes and scans of the document with original seal and signature should be used. The documents with scanned and pasted signatures can't be submitted.
If there is no invitation available for submission, its obligatory to provide another confirmation the purpose of travel (for instance, information about the participation at the conference, entrance ticket, commercial correspondence, business trip program etc.).
If the Receiving Party organizes or guarantees accommodation, then the invitation should contain the details about accommodation (name of hotel, hostel, etc. and it’s address), the precise period during which the Receiving Party provides the accommodation. If the invitation presupposes several travels, then it’s allowed to provide the data about accommodation valid only for the 1st travel.
The invitation from the Receiving Party should be issued by it´s legal representative who has the signing authority. In case there is an appendix attached to the invitation (for instance, the list with the data of invited people), it should be issued as well as the main document.
The Embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents (for instance, place of residence confirmation, transport documents, etc.).
Diplomatic / Official VisaDiplomatic
multiple entryfree
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).
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Scientific ResearchOther
365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processing~$153valid 365donline
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.
Official page ↗National Long-Stay Visa Type D - Voluntary Activity / TraineeshipOther
365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processing~$153valid 365donline
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.
Official page ↗Working Holiday / Youth Mobility Visa (National Visa Type D)Working holiday
365 daysmultiple entry15-30d processing~$153valid 365donline
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.
Official page ↗via VFS Global ↗Lithuania visa policy, fees & entry rules in full →
Lithuania visa for British citizens - FAQ
Do British citizens need a visa for Lithuania?
No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Lithuania?
British passport holders can stay in Lithuania for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do British citizens need for Lithuania?
A valid passport is all British citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 90 days). If you apply for a longer-stay visa, Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
How much does the Lithuania visa cost for British citizens?
Nothing for a short visit - British citizens enter Lithuania visa-free for up to 90 days, so there is no visa fee. If you need a visa for a longer stay, the Lithuania visa fee is EUR 90 for British citizens under Lithuania's nationality-based fee schedule. Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee that varies by country and application centre.
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