National Visa (D) - Artist/Performer
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National Visa (D) - Artist/Performer

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

0-45 days

Application Fee

160 EUR

Stay Duration

Up to 12 months

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Long-term visa for artists, musicians, performers, and cultural workers coming to Lithuania for professional activities. Valid for up to 12 months. Requires documentation confirming artistic activities.

The National Visa (D) for artists and performers enables international cultural professionals to work in Lithuania on artistic, musical, theatrical, and cultural projects. This includes musicians, actors, dancers, visual artists, and other creative professionals.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Income

12,456 EUR

per year

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Valid throughout artistic activities period

Passport photographs

Recent color photos, 35x45mm

Artistic contract

Contract or invitation letter for artistic performance or activities

Proof of artist status

Portfolio, awards, publication history, professional credentials

Mediation letter

From public legal entity submitted via MIGRIS system

Health insurance

Valid in Lithuania and Schengen countries, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage

Proof of financial means

EUR 1,038 per month for living expenses

Sponsor Documents

Organization registration

Proof of cultural organization's legal status

Artistic contract

Signed agreement for artist's services

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Advantages

  • Path to permanent residency
  • Family can accompany
  • Access to Lithuanian cultural scene
  • Professional income opportunity
  • Supports cultural exchange

Considerations

  • Requires organization sponsorship
  • Tied to specific artistic activities
  • Mediation letter requirement adds complexity
  • Health insurance mandatory
  • Limited to cultural/artistic work

Application Process

1

Secure artistic engagement

Obtain contract or invitation for artistic/cultural activities from Lithuanian organization

2

Obtain mediation letter

Receive mediation letter from public legal entity through MIGRIS system

3

Prepare documentation

Gather artistic contract, proof of artist status, portfolio

4

Submit visa application

Apply to Lithuanian consulate/embassy or visa center

5

Pay visa fee

Pay EUR 160 visa application fee

6

Await decision

Decision made within 15 days

7

Receive visa

Collect passport with visa

Application Forms

National Visa Application Form

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