Temporary Residence Permit for Employment
Embassy required
- Processing time
- Up to 4 months for temporary residence permit
- Fee
- EUR 60 (D visa for initial entry) + Temporary Residence Permit fee
- Validity
- Temporary residence permit valid for up to 2 years, renewable; after 5 years of continuous residence, eligible for permanent residence
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For employment stays exceeding the 1-year national D visa period, a temporary residence permit must be obtained. The applicant must obtain a decision from the Employment Service confirming that the work corresponds to Lithuanian labour market demands. The permit is applied for through MIGRIS. The applicant must meet salary thresholds: at least 1.2 times the average monthly gross salary (EUR 2,667.60), or at least the average (EUR 2,223.00) for professions on the high value-added shortage list. The temporary residence permit is tied to the specific employer. After 5 years of continuous legal residence, the holder may apply for a permanent residence permit.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Third-country nationals (non-EU/EEA/Swiss) with a confirmed employment offer in Lithuania.
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Employment
Must have Employment Service decision confirming the position meets Lithuanian labour market demands. Salary must meet minimum thresholds.
Required status: Employment Service decision and confirmed offer
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Financial
Salary must be at least 1.2 times the average gross salary, or at least the average for shortage professions.
Minimum funds: EUR 2,667.60 monthly salary
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Criminal record
Must not pose a threat to public order or national security.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 35x45mm colour photographs
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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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: Rental agreement, property ownership, or employer-provided housing; Must cover full stay: No
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: ["cash", "card", "bank_transfer"]; Amount: EUR 60 (D visa) + Temporary Residence Permit fee
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Document gathering
Secure employment offer and Employment Service decision. Gather passport, photos, employment contract, CV, insurance, and accommodation proof.
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Online application
Submit temporary residence permit application through MIGRIS online system.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Lithuanian embassy or consulate for identity verification and D visa application.
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Fee payment
Pay D visa fee (EUR 60) and temporary residence permit application fee.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data at the embassy/consulate.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person at the embassy/consulate.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing, up to 4 months for the temporary residence permit.
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Visa collection
Receive D visa for initial entry. After arrival in Lithuania, collect the temporary residence permit card from the Migration Department.