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Residence permit in Lithuania
Lithuania attracts foreigners with its stable economy, high standard of living, and opportunities for EU integration. A residence permit in Lithuania is becoming a key tool for those planning long-term residence and integration in the EU country. The law firm “Prikhodko&Partners” offers professional assistance in obtaining this status, as well as assistance with choosing the basis and preparing the necessary documents.
What is a residence permit in Lithuania and its benefits?
A residence permit in Lithuania is an official document allowing foreigners, particularly Ukrainian citizens, to legally reside in the country for more than 90 days. A temporary residence permit is issued for 1-2 years for specific purposes, such as work or study, while a permanent residence permit is issued for 5 years with the right to extend.
This status grants access to the Lithuanian labor market, healthcare, and certain educational services on par with local residents. Ukrainian citizens with a residence permit in Lithuania can travel visa-free within the Schengen Area, open bank accounts, and invest. For families, this means the possibility of family reunification and stability. Our lawyers emphasize that a residence permit in Lithuania facilitates adaptation, paving the way to a full life in the EU.
What are the living conditions in Lithuania for Ukrainian citizens?
Ukrainian citizens have simplified access to Lithuania thanks to temporary protection in Lithuania, extended until March 4, 2027. Temporary protection allows Ukrainians to live, work, and study with fewer bureaucratic hurdles, serving as a stepping stone to a temporary residence permit.
However, for deeper integration, it is recommended to obtain a residence permit in Lithuania, which grants greater rights, including the possibility of eventually obtaining citizenship. This is the first step toward permanent residence and, ultimately, Lithuanian citizenship. Lithuania supports Ukrainians by offering adaptation programs, but a stable status ensures independence from temporary restrictions.
What are the grounds for obtaining a residence permit in Lithuania?
What are the grounds for obtaining a residence permit in Lithuania?Lithuanian law clearly defines the grounds for temporary residence permits available to Ukrainian citizens and other foreigners. The main ones are:
- Employment (hired, highly skilled, seasonal). Employment under an employment contract, including the EU Blue Card for specialists and seasonal contracts of up to 9 months.
- Education, internship, or volunteering. Full-time studies at universities/schools, internships, or volunteer programs (EVS, Erasmus+).
- Family reunification. For spouses, minor children, or parents of a Lithuanian resident/citizen.
- Own business, investment, or startup. This option requires registering a company (LLC/Sole Proprietorship) with capital and hiring employees, or investing at least €50,000 in the economy. An innovative project approved by Startup Lithuania is also grounds for obtaining a residence permit.
- Lithuanian descent. Having ancestors who were Lithuanian citizens before 1940, as confirmed by archival and other documents.
- Humanitarian grounds, in particular, special protection for citizens of Ukraine.
- Religious activity, as well as professional activity in science, sports, culture, journalism.
Investing in Lithuania is an effective path to temporary residence for foreign citizens. The program does not require the purchase of real estate, but focuses on business. It’s worth noting that the business must be operational for six months before a residence permit is granted and must be genuinely established. The minimum investment is approximately €14,000–€50,000, depending on the type of project.
Our company helps prepare documents for these purposes, ensuring compliance with Lithuanian migration law. Permanent residence is possible after five years of legal residence with a temporary residence permit.
How to obtain a permanent residence permit and Lithuanian citizenship?
How to obtain a permanent residence permit and Lithuanian citizenship?A permanent residence permit in Lithuania is issued after 5 years of continuous temporary status and requires the applicant to have a stable income, health insurance, a place of residence, and a clean criminal record. The application is processed within four months, with visa-free entry into the EU.
Lithuanian citizenship is available through naturalization. To obtain this EU citizenship, 10 years of residence, basic knowledge of the Lithuanian language, and a constitutional exam are required. An alternative option for obtaining citizenship is repatriation for descendants of Lithuanian citizens from 1918–1940, requiring proof of descent by providing duplicate documents and archival certificates. Our firm’s lawyers specialize in searching for roots and relatives in archives to enable the application of citizenship based on these roots.
The law firm “Prikhodko&Partners” assists with the process of obtaining residence permits on various grounds, focusing on your needs in Lithuania. Our lawyers provide professional assistance, including:
- Consultations regarding the selection of grounds for a residence permit in Lithuania.
- Preparation of documents for temporary protection or a residence permit in Lithuania.
- Assistance in submitting documents for permanent status and Lithuanian citizenship.
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