Our immigration lawyers in Lithuania can offer you support with visa application, residence permit, work permit, family reunion process, and other immigration concerns. The following article is a brief presentation about the immigration options that foreigners have when moving to Lithuania in 2026.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Entry visa requirement (from EU) (YES/NO) |
No |
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Entry visa requirement (outside EU) (YES/NO) |
Yes
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Types of visas available |
Long-stay and short-stay visas |
| Time frame for obtaining work visa (approx.) |
Around 15 days |
| Validity of temporary residence permit |
5 years |
| Temporary residence permit renewal requirements |
Through the Lithuanian Migration Information System – it needs a proof of domicile |
| Documents for obtaining a residence permit |
– valid passport, – proof of income, – health insurance |
| Time frame for obtaining permanent residence (approx.) |
Around 45 days |
| Investor Visa availability (YES/NO) | Yes |
| Start-up Visa Scheme availability (YES/NO) | Yes |
| Sponsorship requirement (YES/NO) | Yes |
| Time frame for obtaining citizenship | After living 10 years in Lithuania |
| Citizenship/Residency by investment scheme availability (YES/NO) | Yes |
| Taxation of foreign citizens |
Personal income tax rate – 20% |
| Tax benefits for expats |
No taxation for incomes received abroad |
Table of Contents
How can your immigration lawyer help me in Lithuania?
We present some of the legal services offered to those who want to immigrate to Lithuania:
- We offer assistance in the procedures related to: visa issuance, residence permits and work permits in Lithuania;
- We offer legal advice for obtaining temporary or permanent residence permits;
- We take care of the preparation of the necessary documents required by the immigration authorities.
- We provide assistance in registration with the relevant authorities, once you arrive in Lithuania.
- We can manage the visa and work permit formalities, if you want foreign staff in your company.
- We offer checking services for documents regarding the Letter of Invitation.
What are the conditions for immigration for EU and non-EU nationals?
The conditions of immigration to Lithuania mostly depend on the citizenship of the applicant. The applicants who are nationals of the European Union, the European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland have the privilege of free movement and therefore do not encounter many administrative conditions. However, the non-EU nationals are normally required to get the visa or residency permit prior to arrival in Lithuania.
What types of visas are available in Lithuania in 2026 for non-EU citizens?
Here are some of the visa options you may be interested in, stating that the formalities come to the attention of our immigration lawyers in Lithuania:
- Schengen visa is issued for foreign citizens who are part of official delegations, workers or crew members of companies with transport activities, health care professionals, journalists, artists, highly skilled athletes;
- Single and multiple entry visas (D) are accompanied by the residence permit. The difference between the two is that one allows a single entry into the country, while the second can be used by entrepreneurs who are frequently traveling for business purposes.
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What are the requirements for non-EU citizens to immigrate to Lithuania?
Third-country nationals who wish to relocate to Lithuania are generally required to obtain the appropriate immigration authorization before or upon arrival, depending on their nationality and the purpose of their stay. This may include a national visa, a temporary residence permit, or another residence document. The applicable requirements vary depending on whether the individual is moving for employment, business, studies, family reunification, or other lawful purposes.
What are the requirements of immigration for non-EU foreign workers?
Foreign nationals who have accepted a job in Lithuania and who come from non-EU / EEA countries must take into account the conditions imposed for obtaining a visa and work permit. Employers are the ones who can handle these formalities together with our attorneys in Lithuania. Here, you need: the employment contract, no-objection certificates issued by the employee, proof that social security contributions and other taxes will be paid.
What are the requirements for obtaining residence permits as non-EU businessmen in 2026?
Foreign entrepreneurs who want to establish their businesses in Lithuania as well as live in this country have the opportunity to register or buy a company. There is also the possibility of establishing a branch or representative office, in accordance with the legislation regarding business in Lithuania. Thus, it is possible to apply for a residence permit for which you must consider the following things:
- The company must be active on the market for at least 6 months.
- The foreign entrepreneur must have invested at least EUR 14,000 in the company.
- The company in question was supposed to have Lithuanian employees, but foreign staff residing in Lithuania are also allowed.
- A power of attorney is needed in Lithuania, both for opening a company and for the acquisition of an already existing one.
What are the requirements for citizens of EU, EEA, and Switzerland?
The citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland can immigrate to Lithuania without having to obtain a visa, providing they have either a valid passport or national identity card. They have the right to reside and work in Lithuania; however, those who plan to spend more than 90 days in the country will have to register their residence and acquire a temporary or permanent residence certificate.
What are the necessary documents for foreigners wishing to immigrate to Lithuania in 2026?
The immigrants planning to apply for a visa or a residence permit in Lithuania would need to prepare the following documents:
- Passport within the validity period;
- Proof of accommodation in Lithuania;
- Proof of financial sufficiency for sustaining their stay;
- Valid health insurance;
- Documents referring to the reason for their visit;
- Other relevant documents, depending on the purpose of the visa or residence permit application.
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What is Family Business Immigration to Lithuania?
Lithuania has implemented Family Business Immigration, a program aimed at the families of those who want to open businesses in this country or invest in existing ones. They must prove some lawful activities that they will have in the future in Lithuania.
How can I relocate a foreign company to Lithuania?
Those interested in immigration to Lithuania in order to relocate the company should know that this process is quite simple as long as the conditions are met. First of all, the company from the country of origin will be de-registered and the relocation declarations, signed by shareholders, administrators, and managers will be drawn up. The registration of the company in Lithuania follows, with the help of our lawyers who can facilitate your collaboration with the relevant authorities.
How can I immigrate as a descendant of a Lithuanian citizen?
There are situations in which citizens of Lithuanian origin decide to immigrate to Lithuania and regain their citizenship. In this case, the birth certificate represents an important document in the application for a temporary or permanent residence permit. If they come from non-EU/EEA countries, they must apply for the Schengen visa to be able to enter the country and meet other immigration formalities to relocate to Lithuania.
What are the activities that should be considered upon arrival in Lithuania?
Once an individual arrives in Lithuania, he/she can be required to go through further processes like registration of the place of residence, collecting his/her residence permit card and reporting information to the Migration Department.
Why should I immigrate to Lithuania?
Among the reasons why many foreign citizens choose to relocate to Lithuania are: good living standards, family reunification, work, study, and business. The optimal conditions for the development of a company as well as the remuneration above the market average are other reasons why Lithuania is on the list of countries with enormous potential in terms of immigration. Foreigners interested in migration to Lithuania can talk to our lawyers for legal advice.
Contact our law firm in Lithuania and find out all the details about how to move to Lithuania.