Lithuania•EuropeNational Visa (D) - Artist/Performer
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
Secure artistic engagement
Obtain contract or invitation for artistic/cultural activities from Lithuanian organization
Obtain mediation letter
Receive mediation letter from public legal entity through MIGRIS system
Prepare documentation
Gather artistic contract, proof of artist status, portfolio
Submit visa application
Apply to Lithuanian consulate/embassy or visa center
Pay visa fee
Pay EUR 160 visa application fee
Await decision
Decision made within 15 days
Receive visa
Collect passport with visa
Application Forms
National Visa Application Form
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