Lithuania•EuropeStartup Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
15-30 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
2 years
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
Visa for non-EU entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas. Requires approval from Startup Lithuania evaluation committee. Valid for 2 years, extendable to 5 years total. Approved industries: biotechnology, nanotechnology, IT, mechatronics, electronics, laser technology.
The Startup Visa is a government program for non-EU entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas. Through the Startup Lithuania evaluation process, applicants' ideas are assessed for viability and innovation by expert panels. Approved founders can establish and operate their startups in Lithuania with visa sponsorship.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
11,088 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
11,088 EUR
Investment Required
8,000 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, IS, LI, NO, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for duration of startup activities
Passport photographs
Recent color photos, 35x45mm
Business plan
Detailed innovative business plan with market analysis and financial projections
MVP or prototype
Minimum viable product or prototype demonstrating concept
OptionalTraction evidence
Evidence of customer interest, sales, or partnerships
OptionalProof of funds
Sufficient funds for business startup and personal living expenses
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or accommodation confirmation in Lithuania
Health insurance
Valid in Lithuania, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
Startup approval letter
Approval from Startup Lithuania evaluation committee
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Advantages
- No startup fee required
- Path to permanent residency after 5 years
- Family can accompany (spouse works without permit)
- Free basic health insurance
- Free public schooling for children
- Schengen travel rights
- Access to startup ecosystem
- EU market access
Considerations
- Must operate approved business types only
- Rigorous evaluation process
- Pitch presentation requirement
- Must maintain viable business
- Limited to 4 founders per startup
- Tied to specific business concept
Application Process
Register on Startup Lithuania platform
Create account on official Startup Lithuania website
Prepare business plan
Develop comprehensive business plan with innovation details, MVP, or traction evidence
Submit startup application
Submit business plan to Startup Lithuania evaluation committee
Attend evaluation pitch
Participate in online video call presentation to expert panel
Receive approval
Get approval letter from Startup Lithuania if selected
Apply for residence permit
Submit residence permit application with startup approval letter
Receive decision
Get residence permit decision (within 1 month)
Application Forms
Startup Lithuania Application
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