Step 1: 🧾 Securing a Work Permit
✅ Registering the Job Vacancy
Your prospective employer must list the position with the Lithuanian Employment Service, ensuring local and EU/EEA candidates are prioritized.
✅ Applying for the Work Permit
If no local candidates are available, the employer applies for a work permit on your behalf.
You must provide:
- A copy of your passport
- A completed application form
- Proof of qualifications or relevant experience
Step 2: 🛂 Applying for the National Long-Stay Visa (Type D)
Once the work permit is approved, the next step is to apply for a Type D visa, allowing legal stay in Lithuania for employment.
Completing the Application
Fill out the electronic visa form via the Lithuanian consulate/embassy website.
📄 Required Documents:
- Valid passport (with sufficient validity and blank pages)
- Passport-sized photo
- Mediation letter from your employer
- Work permit copy
- Proof of financial means (e.g., bank statements)
- Health insurance (valid in Lithuania & Schengen)
- Criminal record certificate
- Education/professional certificates (if applicable)
Note: Some documents may need to be translated and apostilled depending on your country of origin.
Step 3: 🏢 Submitting the Application
Book an Appointment
Schedule an appointment at the nearest Lithuanian embassy or consulate.
Attend the Appointment
Submit your documents and:
- Participate in an interview
- Provide biometric data (photo + fingerprints)
Step 4: ✈️ Visa Processing and Entry
Once approved:
- You’ll receive a national long-stay visa
- You can legally enter Lithuania and begin working
🏠 Temporary Residence Permit
You may also need to apply for this after arrival, depending on your contract terms.
📌 Additional Considerations
Work Permit Conditions
Requirements vary by:
- Job type
- Qualifications
- Sector-specific needs
Discuss this with your employer early.
Financial Stability
You must prove sufficient funds, typically via bank statements.
Health Insurance
Policy must meet Schengen standards and cover your full stay.
Legalization & Translation
Documents like education or criminal checks may need to be translated into Lithuanian and apostilled.
Processing Times
The process can take several weeks.
Start early to avoid delays.
Conclusion:
Although the Lithuanian visa process may seem complex, with:
- Proper planning
- Clear employer communication
- And complete documents
…it becomes manageable.
Always check the official site of the Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or contact your nearest embassy or consulate for updated requirements.