Temporary Residence Permit for Work Appointments

Mode: OtherEntry: Multiple EntryStay Duration: As Per Employee Contract Validity: As Per Embassy/ Residence Permit

Processing

10-12 Working Days

Mode

Other

Entry

Multiple Entry

Stay Duration

As Per Employee Contract

Validity

As Per Embassy/ Residence Permit

Overview

Foreign nationals can apply for a permit to reside and work in Lithuania by submitting documents and biometrics through the Lithuania Temporary Residence Permit for Work appointment. Applicants confirm employment details, provide necessary paperwork, and finish the immigration authorities' residence permit application process during the appointment.

Why Travunited

•Professional immigration advice: Our experts help with the process of obtaining a work residency permit for working in Lithuania.

•Support for organizing appointments: We assist in setting up and overseeing your permit appointment with the Migration Department.

•Complete document verification: Our staff examines supporting documentation, job contracts, and passport information.

•Step-by-step support: Help with everything from preparing an application to scheduling an appointment.

•Decreased rejection risk: Thorough inspections assist steer clear of typical application errors.

•Dedicated customer service: Throughout the permit application process, get updates and assistance.

Stats

•High amount of work-based visas: In 2023, Lithuania issued almost 80,000 work-based temporary residence permits to foreign nationals, indicating a high demand for foreign labor.

•Growing migrant workforce: Approximately 106,400 foreign nationals in Lithuania have temporary residency cards issued especially for work by 2025.

•The majority of migration: Approximately 47% of Lithuania's temporary residency permits are granted for work-related reasons.

•Foreign worker quota: To control labor migration, the government set a quota of 24,830 foreign workers for 2025.

•Fast growth trend: Since 2015, Lithuania's quest for foreign talent has led to a more than ten-fold increase in first-time residence permits for non-EU residents.

Documents Required

Per Traveller

Valid Passport (Minimum 6 Months Validity)

Required

All Old Passports (If Available)

Required

Passport Size Photographs (As per Embassy Specification)

Required

Employment contract/ job offer from employer

Required

Employer Registration or Company Details(If required)

Required

Completed Visa Application Form (As applicable)

Required

Appointment Confirmation

Required

Travel Medical Insurance (If Required)

Required

Proof of Accommodation (If Required)

Required

Police Clearance Certificate (If required)

Required

Medical Certificate (If Required)

Required

Download Templates

Download sample document templates to help you prepare your application.

Sample Cover Letter

lithuania temporary residence permit cover letter.docx7.4 KB

Visa Guide

VISA APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS.docx29.2 KB

Visa Application Form

application-for-schengen.pdf46.0 KB

Eligibility

•A verified employment contract from a Lithuanian company is a prerequisite for a valid job offer.

•Work authorization: Before recruiting a foreign employee, the company may need to get permission from the Lithuanian Employment Service.

•Valid passport: You must have a passport that is valid for at least six months after the intended stay.

•Professional qualifications: Candidates must present relevant work experience or educational credentials.

•Proof of housing: It can be necessary to present proof of housing arrangements in Lithuania.

•Financial stability: Candidates must demonstrate an adequate income from their jobs or other sources.

•Health insurance: It might be necessary to have valid health insurance for the duration of the visit.

•Clean legal record: Candidates must not have any criminal or immigration infractions.

Important Notes

•Migration authorities appointment: In order to submit papers and biometrics, applicants must make an appointment with Lithuania's Migration Department.

•Job contract required: Prior to applying, one must typically have a current work contract or job offer from a Lithuanian firm.

•Complete documentation: Bring all required paperwork, including your passport, job contract, credentials, health insurance, and proof of lodging.

•Biometric submission: During the appointment, candidates can be required to provide a photo and their fingerprints.

•Processing time: Depending on the application evaluation, the processing of a residence permit could take several weeks.

•Residence registration: Following approval, candidates must adhere to immigration laws and register their address in Lithuania.

Rejection Reasons

•No legitimate job offer: A Lithuanian company has not confirmed an employment contract.

•Missing necessary paperwork, such as a passport, job contract, credentials, or insurance, is known as incomplete documentation.

•Problems with employer authorization: The employer fails to secure the necessary authorization from the Lithuanian Employment Service.

•Inadequate qualifications: The applicant's training or experience does not align with the job specifications.

•Financial or accommodation proof lacking - Failure to give evidence of accommodation or financial stability.

•Previous immigration infractions: Violations or overstays of visas in Lithuania or the Schengen Area.

•False or misleading information: Including fake documents or inaccurate information in the application.

FAQs

1. What specific work permits does Travunited offer?

TravUnited offers support with work and long-term visa appointments, including: • Booking appointments; • Monitoring slots; • Basic documentation guidance We don't offer work permits or job placement.

2.What is a work-related temporary residence permit in Lithuania?

To submit paperwork and biometrics for a permit that permits foreign nationals to reside and work in Lithuania, a scheduled meeting with the migration authorities is required.

3.Before scheduling the visit, do I require a job offer?

Indeed, candidates often require a job offer or confirmed employment contract from a Lithuanian employer.

4.What paperwork is needed for the appointment?

A valid passport, a job contract, qualification certificates, health insurance, and evidence of housing are usually needed.