Lithuania•EuropeNational Visa (D) - Businessman/Investor
At a Glance
Processing Time
0-45 days
Application Fee
140 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 foreign business owners investing in newly established Lithuanian companies. Requires minimum €28,000 company equity capital with at least €14,000 personally invested. Valid for up to 12 months.
The National Visa (D) for businessmen allows foreign entrepreneurs to establish and operate businesses in Lithuania. The program requires establishing a new company (less than 1 year old) with substantial capital investment. This is distinct from the Startup Visa and focuses on traditional business investment.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
6,000 EUR
Investment Required
14,000 EUR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid throughout business ownership period
Passport photographs
Recent color photos, 35x45mm
Company registration certificate
Proof of Lithuanian company registration established within past year
Company equity documentation
Proof of €28,000 company equity capital and €14,000 personal investment
Bank statements
Showing capital deposit and financial stability
Business plan
Detailed plan for business operations in Lithuania
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
Company registration documents
Official registration from State Enterprise Centre
Share certificates
Proof of ownership and equity investment
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency
- Business autonomy in Lithuania
- Family can accompany
- Access to EU market
- Reasonable investment threshold
Considerations
- Requires establishing new company
- Significant capital investment required
- Must maintain business operations
- Health insurance mandatory
- Limited to business participation
Application Process
Establish company
Register new company in Lithuania with €28,000 equity capital
Invest capital
Invest at least €14,000 personal funds into company equity
Prepare documentation
Gather company registration, bank statements, business plan
Submit visa application
Apply to Lithuanian consulate/embassy or visa center
Pay visa fee
Pay EUR 140 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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