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Destination · Where we're based
Lithuania
Introduction
- EU
- EEA
- Schengen
A compact, green Baltic country with a baroque capital, a growing international community and a digital-first approach to public services. Lithuania is where our founder made their own move from South Africa — so it's the destination we know most personally.
Lithuania is a member of the EU and the Schengen Area. Short stays fall under the common Schengen rules; longer stays for non-EU citizens are governed by Lithuanian national residence rules.
The general journey
Moving to Lithuania, in three stages.
- 01
Short visit
Non-EU visitors who need a visa apply for a Schengen short-stay visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- 02
Longer stay
Living in Lithuania beyond a short stay generally requires a national visa or a temporary residence permit, depending on your purpose — such as work, study or family. The Migration Department publishes the current requirements.
- 03
Arrival and registration
Once in Lithuania, residents typically need to declare their place of residence and arrange practical essentials such as banking, health insurance and accommodation.
This is general information, not a statement of current requirements. Always confirm with the official sources below.
Practical considerations
Worth knowing early.
- 01Applications are largely handled through the official online migration system — accuracy of your digital file matters.
- 02Some documents issued outside the EU may need an apostille and certified translation; check what applies to your case.
- 03Vilnius has a growing English-speaking community, but many official processes run in Lithuanian.
- 04Plan your timeline realistically: processing times vary and are set by the authorities.
Official sources
Requirements, fees and processing times are set by the authorities. Start here:
How we can help
Services for Lithuania.
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