
Lithuanian Residence Permit

Lithuanian Residence Permit – Your Legal Path to Living in Lithuania Starts Here
Dreaming of living, working, or building a future in Lithuania? Whether you’re planning to relocate for business, employment, education, or family reasons, obtaining a Lithuanian residence permit is your first legal step.
At UAB “AM Law”, we simplify this process with expert legal guidance, ensuring your journey to residency is smooth, successful, and stress-free. With years of experience navigating Lithuania’s immigration system, we’re here to assist individuals, entrepreneurs, investors, and families from around the world.
✨ Why Get a Residence Permit in Lithuania?
As a proud member of the European Union and Schengen Area, Lithuania offers an ideal gateway to Europe. A residence permit in Lithuania not only grants you the right to live and work locally but also opens doors to:
- 🌍 Visa-free travel across the Schengen Zone
- 🧳 Pathway to long-term residency and citizenship
- 💼 Access to European labor markets and business opportunities
- 🏫 World-class education and healthcare systems
- 👨👩👧 Family reunification and long-term security
Whether you’re coming for a temporary stay or permanent relocation, the residence permit is the legal foundation of your future in Lithuania.
🛂 Types of Lithuanian Residence Permits
There are two main types of residence permits in Lithuania, each designed for different immigration needs. At AM Law, we offer complete legal support for both:
🔹 Temporary Residence Permit (TRP)
A Temporary Residence Permit allows non-EU citizens to live in Lithuania for 1 to 2 years, with the option to renew.
Eligible categories include:
- Employment in a Lithuanian company
- Starting or managing a Lithuanian business (e.g., UAB)
- Studying at a university or academic institution
- Family reunification (spouses, children, parents)
- Engagement in scientific research or volunteering
🛠️ We handle the entire TRP process, from eligibility check and document preparation to submission and follow-up with Lithuanian migration authorities.
🔹 Permanent Residence Permit
If you’ve lived legally in Lithuania for 5 consecutive years, you may qualify for a Permanent Residence Permit, which grants:
- Unlimited stay and work rights
- Equal access to health and social services
- Freedom to move across the EU
- A path to Lithuanian citizenship
Our legal experts will guide you through the transition from temporary to permanent residency, ensuring compliance with all requirements.
💼 Residence by Investment or Business in Lithuania
Lithuania actively encourages foreign entrepreneurs and investors to contribute to its economy. A common route to residency is by establishing a Private Limited Liability Company (UAB).
✔️ UAB “AM Law” will assist you with:
- Company incorporation and legal compliance
- Drafting founding documents (articles, statutes, etc.)
- Business plan development
- Applying for TRP based on company ownership or directorship
- Renewals and revenue-based compliance
Residency via business is ideal for startup founders, investors, consultants, and freelancers looking for a European b


🧾 Step-by-Step Process: How to Get a Lithuanian Residence Permit
Getting a residence permit in Lithuania involves several legal and administrative steps. We break it down into a clear, manageable process:
✅ Step 1: Initial Consultation
We evaluate your background, objectives, and visa eligibility, offering personalized advice and the best strategy for approval.
✅ Step 2: Document Preparation
Our team prepares all the necessary documents:
- Application forms
- Proof of income or business activity
- Passport copies
- Health insurance and accommodation proof
- Legal translations and notarization
- Invitation letters, if needed
✅ Step 3: Application Submission
We assist with submission to:
- Lithuanian Migration Department
- Diplomatic Missions or Embassies abroad (if applying from outside Lithuania)
✅ Step 4: Biometrics & Interview (if required)
We’ll prepare you for any in-person appointment and assist during the process.
✅ Step 5: Receive Your Permit
Once approved, you’ll receive a residence card valid for 1–2 years (TRP) or 5 years (Permanent).
👨👩👧👦 Family Residence Permits in Lithuania
If you already have a valid Lithuanian residence permit or citizenship, your family members may also qualify for a permit through family reunification.
We help with:
- Spouse or partner TRPs
- Children’s residency applications
- Parent reunification
- Legal guardianship permits
Our lawyers ensure that your entire family can live and thrive in Lithuania—together.
🎓 Student Residence Permits
Lithuania is home to top universities offering international programs. If you’ve been accepted into a Lithuanian educational institution, you’re eligible for a residence permit as a student.
🧑🎓 We help you:
Transition to work or business permits post-graduation
Prepare your visa and TRP documentation
Meet university compliance requirements
📄 We Also Assist With:
Renewals of TRP and permanent residence
Appeals and re-submissions in case of rejection
Legalization and translation of foreign documents
Switching from one residence basis to another (e.g., from student to employment)
Representation before Lithuanian authorities and migration offices
🌟 Why Choose AM Law for Lithuanian Residency Services?
At UAB “AM Law”, we specialize in individualized immigration solutions. With our help, clients from all over the world have successfully secured their Lithuanian residence permits, established companies, reunited with loved ones, and built long-term futures in the EU.
💼 What Sets Us Apart:
Representation at every step—from start to approval
Years of proven experience in immigration law
Free consultations by phone or in our office
Deep understanding of Lithuanian and EU migration policy
Transparent pricing and professional document handling
Multilingual legal support (English, Russian, Lithuanian)
🚀 Start Your Life in Lithuania Today
Immigration and residency don’t have to be overwhelming. With AM Law, you get expert legal support, every step of the way.
Let us handle the paperwork while you focus on your dreams of living, working, studying, or doing business in Lithuania.


Citizenship of Lithuania
Citizenship
- Acquisition of citizenship of the Republic of Lithuania by virtue of birth.
- Restoration of citizenship of the Republic of Lithuania.
- Oath of Allegiance to the Republic of Lithuania.
- Naturalisation.
- By way of exception.
- Simplified procedure.
Right to reinstate citizenship of the Republic of Lithuania to persons who had citizenship of the Republic of Lithuania and until 15 June 1940 and their descendants who have not acquired citizenship of the Republic of Lithuania before 2011-04-01.
We could help you to get citizenship in Lithaunia.
For jobseekers:
We are searching employees from Europe who would want to work in Lithaunian companies.
For employers:
We are dealing with recruitment companies all over the world and can suggest a variety of employees.