Lithuanian Work And Residence Permit
Lithuanian Work and Residence Permit – Legalize Your Career and Lifestyle in the EU
Are you a skilled professional or entrepreneur looking to work and live in Europe? Lithuania, an EU and Schengen member state, offers one of the most efficient and welcoming systems for foreigners who want to pursue employment, establish a business, or relocate with their families.
To live and work legally in Lithuania as a non-EU citizen, you will need a Lithuanian work and residence permit. At UAB “AM Law”, we provide full legal support to ensure your application is accurate, compliant, and successful.
🌍 Why Choose Lithuania for Work and Residency?
Lithuania is fast becoming a hub for IT professionals, engineers, medical specialists, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs. With a high standard of living, competitive salaries, and access to the broader European market, it is the ideal destination for skilled talent.
✅ Top reasons to live and work in Lithuania:
- Member of the EU and Schengen Area
- Fast-growing tech and startup ecosystem
- English widely spoken in business and academia
- Lower cost of living compared to Western Europe
- High-quality public healthcare and education
- Easy transition to permanent residency and citizenship
Whether you’re relocating as an employee or opening your own company, Lithuania offers a clear, achievable route to long-term settlement.
🛂 What is a Lithuanian Work and Residence Permit?
A Lithuanian work and residence permit is a combined authorization that allows non-EU nationals to reside in Lithuania while being employed or self-employed.
Depending on your profession and job type, there are several permit categories available. Our team at AM Law helps identify the best permit type for your background and ensures your application meets every legal requirement.
💼 Work-Based Residence Permit Categories
🔹 Standard Work Permit + TRP
Ideal for skilled workers hired by a Lithuanian company.
Requirements:
- A job offer from a registered Lithuanian employer
- Salary must meet legal thresholds
- Employer must show need for non-EU worker
- Employment contract and detailed job description required
We assist employers and foreign employees in preparing the full set of documents, submitting the application, and following up with migration authorities.
🔹 Highly Qualified Employment (EU Blue Card)
For professionals with advanced qualifications and high salaries.
EU Blue Card benefits:
- Faster processing time
- Easier transition to permanent residency
- Work and reside anywhere in the EU after a few years
- Family reunification rights
If you are a tech specialist, engineer, researcher, or executive, the EU Blue Card may be your best option.
🔹 Self-Employment / Freelancer Residence Permit
For consultants, creatives, and digital nomads who offer services independently.
To qualify:
- You must demonstrate regular income from abroad or Lithuania
- Provide contracts with clients and invoices
- Submit a portfolio of your work or a service plan
This permit is increasingly popular with remote workers and online business owners.
🔹 Company Director or Business Owner Residence
If you set up or invest in a Lithuanian business (e.g., UAB), you may qualify for a work and residence permit as a company director or board member.
We help you:
Apply for a TRP based on business ownership
Register a company
Draft Articles of Association
Submit proof of business activity and investment
📋 Required Documents for a Work and Residence Permit in Lithuania
While specific requirements may vary, most applicants must submit:
- Valid passport
- Employment contract or company documents
- Proof of qualifications (diplomas, certificates)
- Health insurance valid in Lithuania
- Criminal record check
- Proof of accommodation in Lithuania
- Application forms and passport-size photos
- Legal translations and notarizations
At AM Law, we take care of all the legal translations, notarization, and form-filling—so you can avoid mistakes and delays.
⚙️ Our Process: Step-by-Step Legal Assistance
🟢 Step 1: Consultation
We assess your case and recommend the most suitable route—employee, freelancer, or business-based permit.
🟢 Step 2: Document Preparation
We collect, prepare, and translate all required documents, and provide templates for job offers or business plans.
🟢 Step 3: Submission & Tracking
We submit your application to the Migration Department or consulate and monitor its progress closely.
🟢 Step 4: Biometrics & Residence Card
We schedule your biometrics appointment and help you obtain your residence permit card valid for 1–2 years.
🟢 Step 5: Legal Support After Approval
We assist with renewal applications, family reunification, tax registration, and conversion to permanent residency.
👨👩👧👦 Bring Your Family Along – Family Reunification Permits
As a work permit holder, your spouse, children, and dependent family members may apply for residence in Lithuania under family reunification rules.
We help you:
- Prepare and submit family TRP applications
- Gather and translate birth/marriage certificates
- Comply with residency, health insurance, and school enrollment requirements
Let us help you bring your loved ones to Lithuania—safely and legally.
🔁 Renewals and Permanent Residency Options
Once you’ve lived in Lithuania under a valid residence permit for 5 years, you may be eligible for:
- A Permanent Residence Permit
- Long-term EU Resident status
- Lithuanian citizenship (if eligible)
AM Law supports you throughout the entire process—from initial work permit to permanent residency and citizenship application.
🧠 Who Can Benefit From Our Services?
We help clients from all backgrounds, including:
Business owners and foreign investors
Engineers and IT professionals
Doctors, nurses, and caregivers
University professors and researchers
Construction and skilled trade workers
Freelancers, consultants, and remote professionals
💡 Why Choose UAB “AM Law” for Lithuanian Work and Residence Permits?
We understand how stressful immigration procedures can be—and how important it is to get it right the first time.
🌟 Here’s what makes us different:
- ✔️ Experienced lawyers specialized in immigration and labor law
- ✔️ Multilingual team (Lithuanian, English, Russian)
- ✔️ Transparent legal fees with no surprises
- ✔️ Free initial consultation
- ✔️ End-to-end support—from job offer to residence card
With UAB “AM Law”, you’ll have a dedicated legal partner in your corner every step of the way.
📞 Let’s Begin Your Work and Residence Journey Today
Living and working legally in Lithuania is possible—you just need the right legal guidance. Let AM Law handle the paperwork while you focus on your new career and life in Europe.
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.