Immigration procedures

EU countries

If you’re an EU citizen and have come to live in Lithuania for more than three months in half a year, you will be issued a certificate confirming your right of temporary residence in the Republic of Lithuania.

You can apply for a permit remotely via the MIGRIS system, then complete the process by visiting the Migration Department in person.

Non-EU countries

If you’re just visiting Lithuania and intend to stay here for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, it is sufficient for you to have a Schengen visa (if you are not subject to a visa-free regime). But if you are planning to live here, you must get a national visa or a residence permit. You can apply for a residence permit on the grounds of family, work, business, studies and a number of other reasons. Procedures differ for each of these grounds, and it’s best to consult the Migration Department: www.migracija.lt