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TRP - Retained Citizenship Right (Leidimas laikinai gyventi – teisė į pilietybę)
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TRP - Retained Citizenship Right (Leidimas laikinai gyventi – teisė į pilietybę)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-2 months

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

5 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

Residence permit for foreign nationals who have retained the right to Lithuanian citizenship but have not yet restored it.

The TRP for those who have retained the right to Lithuanian citizenship is established by the Law on the Legal Status of Aliens and the Law on Citizenship. This permit fills a critical gap for individuals who, due to historical circumstances or migration, lost their Lithuanian citizenship but maintained a formal, recognized legal right to restore it. It provides a legal mechanism for these individuals to reside in Lithuania while they navigate the process of citizenship restoration or simply maintain a long-term connection to the state, honoring their historical ties to the nation.

This visa is intended for foreign nationals who hold official documentation confirming their retained right to Lithuanian citizenship, often linked to ancestry or historical residence. It is ideal for those who are in the process of reclaiming their citizenship or who wish to live in Lithuania based on their inherent legal status. The permit is distinctive because it acknowledges a person's unique legal bond with the Republic of Lithuania, providing a stable, long-term residency option that is independent of employment or business activities, and often simplifying the requirements for legal stay.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant5 years

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a foreign national who has retained the right to Lithuanian citizenship.

Must provide documentation confirming the retention of citizenship rights.

Must have sufficient financial means.

Must have valid health insurance.

Must have a clean criminal record (if over 14 years of age).

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

Min. Income

13,836 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid travel document (passport).

Document confirming the retained right to Lithuanian citizenship.

Proof of sufficient financial means.

Health insurance policy.

Criminal record certificate (if over 14 years old).

Document regarding a suitable dwelling in Lithuania.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Long-term residency
  • Work authorization
  • Path to PR

Worth Knowing

  • Documentation must clearly prove the legal basis for retained citizenship.
  • Must ensure all foreign documents are properly legalized/apostilled and translated.
  • Must maintain compliance with all residency obligations.

Application Process

1

Fill out the application form electronically via the MIGRIS system.

2

Upload digital copies of documents confirming the retained right to citizenship.

3

Book an appointment via MIGRIS to submit original documents and biometric data.

4

Attend the appointment at the Migration Department (or external service provider if abroad) within 4 months of the online submission.

5

Pay the standard TRP state fee.

6

Collect the residence permit card once approved.

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