Lithuania•EuropeTemporary Residence Permit - Business/Self-Employment
At a Glance
Processing Time
90 days
Application Fee
160 EUR
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
Residence permit for business owners and self-employed individuals. Requires company registration, €28,000 minimum equity capital, and active business operations for 6+ months. Valid for 2 years, renewable.
This residence permit category is for foreign entrepreneurs and self-employed individuals establishing genuine businesses in Lithuania. It requires documented business operations and significant capital investment, but offers a pathway to permanent residency.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
11,088 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
28,000 EUR
Investment Required
28,000 EUR
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid throughout business operation
Passport photographs
Recent color photos, 35x45mm
Company registration
Official registration document from State Enterprise Centre
Business license
If required for specific business type
OptionalTax registration
Lithuanian tax number and registration
Proof of capital investment
Bank statements showing €28,000+ equity investment
Business operational proof
At least 6 months of business records, invoices, contracts
Business plan
Description of business activities and operations
Health insurance
Valid in Lithuania, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
Proof of financial means
Additional income or savings for personal living expenses
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency
- Business autonomy in Lithuania
- Family can accompany
- Access to EU market
- Work authorization included
Considerations
- Requires documented 6-month business operation history
- Significant capital investment required (€28,000)
- Must maintain active business
- Annual renewal may be required
- Business registration complexity
Application Process
Establish business in Lithuania
Register company or self-employment with minimum 6 months operation history
Invest capital
Invest minimum €28,000 in company equity
Document business operations
Prepare business registrations, tax records, operational proof
Prepare application
Gather company documents, financial records, business plan
Submit residence permit application
Apply to Migration Department with business documentation
Pay fee
Pay EUR 160 residence permit fee
Await decision
Decision made within 3 months
Receive residence permit
Permit issued valid for 2 years
Application Forms
Residence Permit Application
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