Lithuania•EuropeNational Visa (D) - Researcher/Teacher
At a Glance
Processing Time
0-45 days
Application Fee
140 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 12 months
Renewable
Yes
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 researchers, teachers, and academics engaged in scientific research or teaching at Lithuanian institutions. Valid for up to 12 months. Open to those with authorship agreements with Lithuanian universities or research institutions.
The National Visa (D) for researchers and teachers is designed for academics, scientists, and educators conducting research or teaching at Lithuanian higher education institutions and research organizations. This visa enables international academic collaboration and knowledge exchange.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
12,456 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
1,038 EUR
Personal
Education
Doctorate or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid throughout research/teaching period
Passport photographs
Recent color photos, 35x45mm
Authorship/Teaching agreement
From Lithuanian institution for research or teaching activities
Educational credentials
University degrees, diplomas, transcripts
Research proposal
Detailed research plan or teaching syllabus
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
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence
OptionalSponsor Documents
Institution registration
Proof of registration as research/educational institution
Authorship/Teaching agreement
Signed agreement with researcher/teacher
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Advantages
- Supports academic collaboration
- Path to permanent residency
- Family can accompany
- Professional development opportunity
- Access to research resources
Considerations
- Requires institutional affiliation
- Tied to specific institution (changes require new visa)
- Must maintain active research/teaching
- Health insurance mandatory
- Limited to academic activities
Application Process
Secure research/teaching position
Obtain authorship agreement or teaching contract from Lithuanian institution
Prepare documentation
Gather authorship agreement, educational credentials, research proposal
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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