Applying for a Lithuania Schengen Visa in the US – Lithuania Visa for Green Card Holders (2023)

With a 97.73% approval rate, getting a visa to Lithuania is easy if you are applying from the United States. In 2021, 44 visa applications were received by the Embassy of Lithuania and its Consulates in the US. Taking into account that US passport holders visiting Europe are visa-exempt, the number of visitors to Lithuania is multiple times higher.

Do US Citizens Need a Visa for Lithuania?

US citizens do not need a visa to enter Lithuania, as long as their stay does not exceed 90 days in any 180-day period, for purposes such as tourism, business, short term studies, cultural or sports events, or medical treatment.

However, if you plan to work long-term, study, or move to Lithuania, you must apply for a National (D) Visa.

Starting from 2024, US citizens will need to register for ETIAS before travelling to Lithuania. ETIAS is an electronic travel authorization which will allow all citizens who come from visa-exempt countries the opportunity to travel in the Schengen area without having to go through any visa application process. It will be valid for 3 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.

Do Green Card Holders Need a Visa for Lithuania?

If you have a US Green Card, you might need a visa for Lithuania, depending on what passport you hold:

• If you hold a passport from a country that has a visa liberalization agreement with the EU, you don’t need a visa for Lithuania.
• If you hold the passport of a country which does not have visa liberalization with the EU, you will need to apply for a visa.

See if you need a Schengen visa to visit Lithuania

Who Can Apply for Lithuania Visa from the US?

You can apply for a Lithuania visa from the US if:

• You are a citizen of a country whose citizens need a visa to enter the Schengen Area. You must be a legal resident in the United States (e.g., Green Card holders; F1 (I-20), H1B, G1, J1, etc.). Your residence must be valid for another three months after returning from the Schengen area.
• You are an American citizen who has previously been denied visa-free entry in Lithuania or any other Schengen country.

You should apply for a Lithuanian in the United States if:

• Lithuania is the only country in Europe that you will be visiting.
• Lithuania is your primary destination. If you want to visit more Schengen states, you should make sure to spend more days in Lithuania, or at least an equal number of days as in the other countries that you will visit.

Tourists and visitors with US visa types B1/B2 and J1 Summer Work Travel visas must apply in their country of residence.

What Are the Types of Lithuania Short-Stay Visas Available for US Residents and Green Card Holders?

US residents can choose between the follwing Schengen visa types, depending on the purpose of entry to Lithuania:

• Lithuania Airport Transit Visa– if you will be transiting through a Lithuanian airport, to reach your destination country, outside the Schengen Area.
• Lithuania Tourist/Visitor Visa– if you will be visiting Lithuania for holidays, sightseeing,or visiting friends and family members residing in Lithuania.
• Lithuania BusinessVisa– if you will be attending business-related activities in Lithuania.
• Lithuania for Official Visit– for Official Delegations coming to Lithuania on an official trip.
• Lithuania Medical Visa– if you will be seeking medical treatment in Lithuania.
• Lithuania Short-term Study Visa–if you wish to attend a short term course, for a maximum of three months at an educational institution in Lithuania.
• Lithuania Visa for Cultural, Sports, and Film Crews– if you will be attending a cultural or sports activity in Lithuania.

Requirements for Lithuania Visa from the US

You must collect the following documents before submitting an application for a Lithuania visa in the United States:

• Application form completed and signed. Application must be filled in with a blue pen. You can download the application form here.
• Valid passport. It should not be older than 10 years. A passport issued more than 10 years ago cannot be considered for the application (regardless if the passport is still valid/was prolonged). It should be valid for 3 months (at least after the expiry date of the required visa). It must have at least 2 blank visa pages, and make sure you have signed.
• Two photographs. Photographs that are in line with the Schengen requirements are necessary in order for your application to be complete. It should be passport-sized and no older than six months. The background should be white.
• Proof of residency. Green card (alien residence card) or residence visa valid in the US. Visa should be valid for re-entry into the United States of America if coming back to the US.
• Proof of travel arrangements.Flight reservation with booking ID, your name, the destination, and flight number are required. See here how to purchase flight tickets without paying the full price.
• Travel medical insurance document.You must provide a travel medical insurance document for Lithuania with a minimum coverage of €30,000 Euros or its equivalent in USD up to $50,000. The insurance policy for Lithuania can easily be purchased online from Europ Assistance Travel insurance policies issued by EuropAssistance are accepted by Lithuanian embassies/consulates worldwide.
• Proof of accommodation in Lithuania.
• Cover letter. A cover letter is required in order to state the purpose of your visit in Europe, how long you intend to stay, the dates when you will be travelling, when you will return as well as any person/s who will accompany you (This includes family members, friends or business associates travelling for the same purpose)
• Payment of the visa fee. Once you submit your application and pay the visa fee, you must attach the receipt that you have paid for the fee with the rest of the documents.
• Proof of financial means. Evidence that shows you have enough money to support yourself throughout your stay in Lithuania. This could be a:
  • Bank account statement.
  • Sponsorship Letter. When another person will be financially sponsoring your trip to the Schengen Zone. It is also often called an Affidavit of Support.
  • A combination of both.
• Proof of civil status. This could be a marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, etc.
• Proof of employment.
  • If employed:
    • Employment contract
    • Current bank statement for the latest 6 months
    • Leave permission from the employer
    • Income Tax Return (ITR) form or Certificate of Income Tax deducted at the source of salary
  • If unemployed: If you do not work and are economically dependent on someone, you should provide a notarized letter from the person you’re economically dependent on, taking full financial responsibility for your travel and stay. They should also attach a copy of their valid passport and three last bank statements.
  • If self-employed:
    • A copy of your business license
    • Company bank statement for the latest 6 months
    • Income Tax Return (ITR)
  • For foreign students in the US on F1 visas:
    • Valid I-20
    • Reference letter from the educational institution (school/college/university) in the US, stating that you are in good standing, your major, and the expected date of graduation.
  • If retired
    • Pension statement of the latest 6 months

If visiting Lithuania for tourism or sightseeing

• Proof of accommodation in Lithuania. You must provide a detailed hotel reservation for the entire duration of your stay.
  • Hotel/hostel booking. With name, complete address, phone and e-mail, for the entire time you will be in Lithuania.
  • Rent agreement. If you have rented a place in Lithuania.
• Letter of tour organizer. If you will be travelling with a tour agency.

If visiting Lithuania to visit friends and/or family

• Proof of invitation by the relative/friend residing in Lithuania, inviting you to visit.
• Invitation letter from your host in Lithuania with a copy of their passport and/or residence permit for Lithuania
• Proof of relationship with the host residing in Lithuania.

If visiting Lithuania for business purposes

• Invitation letter from the companyyou will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied with the dates of your visit.
• A certificate from your employer. In this letter should be stated why you will be travelling to Lithuania.
• Business bank statement.Preferably for the last 6 months.
• Memorandum and Article of Association. It should be submitted in original certified copy (registered with joint-stock companies).
• Trade License(first issued and present renewal).
• Proof of trip financing. Regarding the applicant’s expenses during their stay in Lithuania, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.

If visiting Lithuania for medical purposes

• A local medical report. Issued from a doctor/clinic/hospital in your home country, confirming that you need medical treatment in Lithuania.
• A medical attestation from the hospital or doctor in Lithuania, confirming the date of your appointment as well as your medical situation.
• Payment receipt of medical fees.
• Official confirmationof the treatment/appointmentby the receiving medical institution (hospital/clinic) in Lithuania.
• Proof that you havesufficient financial means to pay the medical expensesand other related expenses throughout your treatment.

Additional Required documents for visa application for minors

• Original birth certificate
• The Lithuania visa application form signed by both parents
• If the minor will travel alone: A notarized authorization to travel to Lithuania, signed by both parents/legal guardians
• If one parent is not located in the United States they should submit their signed consent to the Embassy/Consulate of their residing country

How Much Money Do American Residents Need to Have to Get a Visa for Lithuania?

According to the Lithuanian Ministry of the Interior and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to obtain a visa for Lithuania, you must have a minimum of EUR 40 (equivalent to USD 44.16)* at your disposal per day during your stay in the country. You must also prove that you have enough financial means to return to your home country, i.e., purchase a return ticket.

*Currency exchange rate as of May 2023.

Where to Apply for a Lithuania in the United States?

To apply for a Lithuanian visa in the United States, you must schedule an appointment with VFS Visa Application Centre. There are a total of six VFS Visa Application Centers in the US that you can choose from. They are spread across the US in major cities: Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington.

How Long Does it Take to Get a Lithuanian Schengen Visa in the United States?

It takes at least 15 days to get a Lithuanian Schengen Visa in the United States. However, in certain circumstances, such as when there is a high influx of visa applications, this period can be extended up to 30 days.

In exceptional cases, the processing time may take up to 60 days. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you apply for your short-stay visa as soon as possible, but not earlier than three months prior to your intended travel to Lithuania.

How to Pay the Lithuania Visa Fee From the United States?

You can pay the visa fee in the following methods:

• in cash
• with a credit card
• Online

The fees for a applying for a Lithuania visa in the United States are:

*Currency exchange rate as of May 2023.

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