How to apply for a Lithuania Schengen Visa

How to apply for a Lithuania Schengen Visa

Last updated: April 2024

Explore the Republic of Lithuania for its charming blend of medieval and modern and more with the Lithuania Schengen Visa.

For tourists, business travelers, or those wanting to reconnect with loved ones, the Schengen Visa simplifies your trip.

In this guide, learn more about the steps, costs, and processing time to apply for the Lithuania Schengen Visa.

What is the Lithuania Schengen Visa?

The Lithuania Schengen Visa makes traveling around Lithuania and the rest of Europe a breeze.

Discover all 27 Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Remember that you need to start your Schengen adventure in Lithuania or spend a significant part of your trip in the country when applying for this visa.

What can I do with the Lithuania Schengen Visa?

With this visa, you’re allowed to:

• Explore Lithuania and other Schengen nations for tourism and to visit family and friends.

• Attend business meetings, conferences, or other business activities.

• Participate in a short recreational course or training.

• Visit Lithuania for medical treatment.

What can I not do with the Lithuania Schengen Visa?

Please keep in mind that with this visa, you cannot:

• Live and/or work in Lithuania.

• Study for longer than 90 days.

Who can apply for the Lithuania Schengen Visa?

The majority of non-European and non-Schengen Zone nationals are required to apply for a Lithuanian Schengen Visa and undergo an interview before they go.

Do children need this visa to visit Lithuania?

Indeed, children also need to get a visa to visit Lithuania and the rest of the Schengen Zone if they are from an eligible country.

Who is visa-exempt for Lithuania?

Visa-free travel within the Schengen Zone is granted to European Union residents and citizens of Schengen countries. Furthermore, nationals from the following countries can travel to Lithuania without the need for a visa:

• United States
• Canada
• Australia
• New Zealand
• United Kingdom

How long is the Lithuania Schengen Visa valid?

With this visa, you can stay in the Schengen Zone for a maximum of 90 days per entry within a 180-day period. The great thing is that you can freely travel between Schengen countries as much as you wish, as long as your total stay doesn't exceed 90 days.

The final decision on whether you receive a single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry visa rests with the Lithuanian authorities.

For more information about long-term work and residence permits, visit the Lithuanian government website.

Can I extend my Lithuania Schengen Visa?

Extending a Lithuanian Visa is not easy, as these visas are typically designed for a short stay.

Extensions of Schengen Visas are considered only in extraordinary situations, such as medical emergencies or force majeure events. Proof of why you need to extend your stay is required to support your request for an extension.

Find the official Migration Department under the Ministry of the Interior of Lithuania online to find out how to extend your visa.

Lithuania Schengen Visa required documents

You generally need to have the following when applying for your Lithuania Schengen Visa:

• Online visa application form
• Two recent photographs
• Valid passport: Including a minimum of 6 months of validity upon arrival and at least two blank pages for visa stickers and entry stamps.
• Travel itinerary: Such as a copy of your return flight and any confirmed tours.
• Proof of accommodation: You will require a hotel confirmation or a letter from relatives or friends in Lithuania to prove your accommodation arrangements.
• Financial statements: Bank statements or salary slips are required as evidence to show that you have enough funds to finance your entire trip in the Schengen Zone.
• Your collected fingerprints: If you haven't registered your fingerprints in the past 59 months, you must provide these and your biometric data at your visa appointment.
• Medical/travel insurance: Covering at least €30,000 for emergency medical treatment and repatriation in the entire Schengen zone.

Other documents, such as birth certificates and parental consent, may be necessary when applying on behalf of your child or a minor.

How to apply for the Lithuania Schengen visa online with us

Here's how to kick-start your Lithuania Schengen Visa application:

1. Choose the Schengen visa type based on your travel purpose.
2. Fill out the Schengen Visa application form accurately.
3. Collect all necessary documents, including passport, photos, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, travel insurance, and financial means.
4. Book a visa interview appointment at the embassy/consulate or visa application center.
5. Present your application and documents at the appointment.
6. Pay the visa application fee as per the current rates.
7. Monitor the status of your visa application online or through the embassy/consulate.

You can find more detailed information about the application process on the Lithuania Government Website.

We currently don't offer this visa, but you can join our waitlist to be notified when we do:

Lithuania Schengen Visa application costs and processing time

The government fee: Approximately US$85 should be settled at the Visa Application Center (VAC) or embassy/consulate. The processing time can take up to 45 days.

There is a reduced fee for children between the ages of 6 and 12, and children under 6 are exempt from this fee. Other specific exemptions may apply, too, so be sure to inform about them.

Must I get a Lithuanian Schengen Visa if I’m transiting?

When transiting through a Lithuanian airport en route to a non-Schengen country, you might require an Airport Transit Visa.

Please contact your nearest Lithuanian embassy to check your eligibility for this specific transit visa.

Where can I learn more about the Lithuania Schengen Visa?

We're here to answer all your questions about your trip to Lithuania. Our dedicated online team of customer service agents is available via online chat, or you can speak with them via WhatsApp.