National Visa (D) - Business/Entrepreneurship
Embassy required
- Processing time
- D visa: 15 calendar days, may extend to 45 days; TRP: up to 4 months
- Fee
- EUR 60 (D visa) + Temporary Residence Permit fee
- Validity
- D visa up to 12 months; Temporary residence permit for business purposes renewable
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For long-term business activities in Lithuania, foreigners can apply for a National D visa and subsequently a temporary residence permit for business purposes. The applicant must be a shareholder or a director of a registered company in Lithuania. The company's share capital must be not less than EUR 28,000. The D visa allows initial entry for up to 12 months. For continued stay, a temporary residence permit for enterprise/business must be obtained through MIGRIS. The business must demonstrate benefit to the Lithuanian economy.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Third-country nationals (non-EU/EEA/Swiss) who are shareholders or directors of a Lithuanian-registered company.
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Financial
Company must have share capital of at least EUR 28,000. Must demonstrate the business benefits the Lithuanian economy.
Minimum funds: EUR 28,000 share capital
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 35x45mm colour photograph
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Proof of funds
Minimum amount: Company share capital of at least EUR 28,000
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Travel insurance
Minimum coverage: 30000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Proof of accommodation in Lithuania; Must cover full stay: No
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: ["cash", "card"]; Amount: EUR 60
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Business plan
Provide a business plan showing the activity, funding, market and expected costs.
Must include financials: No
How to apply
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Document gathering
Register a company in Lithuania with at least EUR 28,000 share capital. Gather passport, photos, company registration documents, insurance, accommodation proof, and financial documents.
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Online application
Submit D visa application through MIGRIS. For temporary residence permit, submit through MIGRIS separately.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Lithuanian embassy or consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay D visa fee of EUR 60.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data at the appointment.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person at embassy/consulate.
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Processing wait
D visa: 15-45 calendar days. Temporary residence permit: up to 4 months.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with D visa sticker. Apply for temporary residence permit after arrival if needed.