π±πΉ Lithuania
A fast-growing Baltic tech hub with a well-regarded startup visa
Visa Options
- Startup Visa (2 years (renewable for 3 more β 5 years total)) β Innovative, scalable business idea approved by Startup Lithuania; proof of subsistence funds (~β¬1,153/mo, 2026 rate)
- Self-Employment / Individuali Veikla (1 year (renewable)) β Registered individual activity/freelance license for foreign clients
- EU Blue Card (up to 2 years (renewable)) β Job offer, salary threshold set annually, higher-education qualification
- Temporary Residence via Employment (1β2 years (renewable)) β Job offer from Lithuania-registered employer and work permit
Tax Overview
- Income Tax: Progressive: 20% (standard) / 32% (income above ~β¬250K threshold, rate adjusted annually β verify)
- Corporate Tax: 15% (5% reduced rate for qualifying small companies)
- VAT: 21%
Cost of Living
- Comfortable living (single, typical): β¬800 β β¬1,150/mo
- 1BR Apartment (Vilnius, center): β¬550 β β¬800/mo
- 1BR Apartment (Kaunas/KlaipΔda): β¬400 β β¬600/mo
- Groceries: β¬200 β β¬290/mo
- Utilities: β¬120 β β¬190/mo
- Dining out: β¬7 β β¬16/meal
- Public transport: β¬25 β β¬35/mo pass
Relocation Checklist
- Apply through Startup Lithuania (if using the startup route) for business evaluation
- Submit temporary residence permit (TRP) application
- Arrange EU-compliant health insurance (min β¬30,000 coverage)
- Apostille and translate required documents
- Book initial accommodation
- Register your address with the Migration Department
- Open a Lithuanian bank account
- Collect biometric residence permit card after arrival