Lithuania•EuropeNational Visa (D) - Employment
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 foreign workers employed in Lithuania. Available to those with job offers meeting salary or qualification requirements. Valid for up to 12 months. Requires work permit and sponsorship by Lithuanian employer.
The National Visa (D) for employment allows foreign workers to reside and work in Lithuania under an employment contract. The visa requires sponsorship from a Lithuanian employer and a valid work permit. Eligibility is based on either meeting a minimum salary threshold or demonstrating relevant qualifications and experience.
Annual Visa Allocation
40,000 visas per year
A quota of 40,000 foreign workers for 2024 applies to non-EU nationals coming to work in Lithuania. Once the quota is reached, stricter work permit requirements apply.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
11,088 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
924 EUR
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IE, IT, LV, LU, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid throughout employment period
Passport photographs
Recent color photos, 35x45mm
Employment contract
Signed offer letter with job description and salary
Work permit
Issued by Lithuanian Labor Exchange
Proof of qualifications
Relevant educational certificates or work experience documentation
Health insurance
Valid in Lithuania and Schengen countries, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or employer-provided housing confirmation
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence
OptionalSponsor Documents
Company registration documents
Proof of company registration and legal status
Employment contract
Signed employment agreement
Work permit approval
Copy of approved work permit from Labor Exchange
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Advantages
- Work authorization included
- Can lead to permanent residency after 5 years
- Allows family reunification
- Access to social benefits
- Employer sponsorship provides security
Considerations
- Requires employer sponsorship
- Tied to specific employer (changes require new permit)
- Must maintain employment
- Health insurance mandatory
- Salary/qualification threshold requirements
Application Process
Secure employment contract
Obtain signed employment offer from Lithuanian employer
Employer applies for work permit
Employer submits work permit application to Labor Exchange
Receive work permit
Work permit issued (typically within 7 working days)
Prepare visa application
Gather documents including employment contract and work permit
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 and entry
Collect passport with visa, proceed to Lithuania
Application Forms
National Visa Application Form
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