Lithuania•EuropeNational Visa (D) - Seafarer
At a Glance
Processing Time
0-45 days
Application Fee
140 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 12 months
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
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 seafarers and maritime workers. Valid for up to 12 months. Requires maritime credentials and certification.
The National Visa (D) for seafarers enables maritime professionals to work in Lithuanian ports or for Lithuanian shipping companies. This includes deck officers, engineers, ratings, and other maritime professionals.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
12,456 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
1,038 EUR
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid throughout maritime employment period
Passport photographs
Recent color photos, 35x45mm
Maritime certificates
STCW certificates, maritime qualifications, training records
Maritime employment contract
Signed contract for maritime work
Seaman's book or ID
Valid maritime identification document
Health insurance
Valid in Lithuania and Schengen countries, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
Medical fitness certificate
Proof of fitness for maritime work
Sponsor Documents
Shipping company registration
Proof of maritime company's legal status
Employment contract
Signed maritime employment agreement
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency
- Family can accompany
- Access to Baltic maritime industry
- Professional income opportunity
Considerations
- Requires maritime qualifications
- Tied to specific employment contract
- Health insurance mandatory
- Medical fitness requirements
- Limited to maritime work
Application Process
Secure maritime contract
Obtain signed maritime employment contract or crew placement
Prepare documentation
Gather maritime certificates, crew list, employment contract
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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