GoLithuania Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

According to the bilateral agreement, Chinese mainland residents holding diplomatic or official passports can enter Lithuania without a visa, while those holding official or private ordinary passports need to obtain a visa before entering the country. Holders of Hong Kong or Macau SAR passports can enter Lithuania visa free and stay for 90 days.

Lithuania is a Schengen Agreement country, and visas are divided into three categories: airport transit visas (A), short-term visas (C), and long-term visas (D). C visas (excluding those with specific country restrictions) are Schengen visas, while D visas are Lithuanian country visas.

If the applicant plans to stay in Lithuania for more than 90 days within one year, they should enter with a long-term visa. Teenagers and children under the age of 18 who come to Lithuania must enter together with their parents, either parent or their legal guardian. However, if they reunite with their parents, either parent or their legal guardian in Lithuania, they may enter alone.

If driving a vehicle into the country, one must provide their driver's license, vehicle identification documents, and vehicle maintenance files. Entrants are also required to purchase a one-time vehicle civil security insurance with a validity period of no less than 15 days from an insurance company authorized by the Lithuanian Ministry of Finance at the border, which is only valid within Lithuania. Attention: Lithuania is a Schengen country located at the border between the European Union and the Commonwealth of Independent States. If you enter Lithuania for tourism from non Schengen countries such as Russia and Belarus and need to return by the same route, please obtain two entry visas for the relevant countries for your return journey.

Customs epidemic prevention and control

【Regulations on Carrying Items upon Entry】According to Lithuanian customs regulations, individuals entering by air from non EU countries are allowed to carry the following quantities of tobacco duty-free: 200 cigarettes (or an equivalent of 100 cigars, 50 cigars, or 250 grams of tobacco); Entering through other means, one can bring 40 cigarettes (or an equivalent of 20 cigars, or 10 cigars, or 50 grams of tobacco). In addition, each person can carry 1 liter of spirits with an alcohol content exceeding 22% (or 2 liters of alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content below 22%), 4 liters of red wine, and 16 liters of beer; Articles for non-commercial purposes (including perfume, electrical appliances and souvenirs) with a total value of no more than 430 euros (by road or water) or 150 euros (under the age of 15). Individuals under the age of 17 are not allowed to bring tobacco products and alcoholic beverages into the country.

When carrying the following items into the country, it is necessary to declare to the customs: self use items that exceed the tax-free limit or limit; Items used for commercial purposes; Restricted items for entry.

When bringing the following items into the country, it is necessary to hold a permit from a Lithuanian authorized department: canned meat or meat products weighing 1 kilogram or more; 100 packs (or 500 grams) or more of seeds; Plants such as flowers or decorative plants weighing 2 kilograms or more; Plant food products weighing 1 kilogram or more; More than 20 kilograms of fruits and vegetables; Grains weighing over 100 kilograms; 5 or more old car tires (excluding those in use); Coal (toxic) gas spray equipment; 1 or more air pistols; 2 or more boxes (including) of air pistol bullets; One or more air guns with a caliber not exceeding 4.5 millimeters.

【Regulations on Carrying Items Abroad】Carrying the following items out of the country must be declared to customs: non self use items, vehicles, and related documents with a total value exceeding 1500 euros; Other items voluntarily declared by the exporter.

【Regulations on Carrying Currency for Entry and Exit】According to Lithuanian law, it is mandatory to declare the entry and exit of cash or equivalent foreign currency exceeding 10000 euros.

Due to frequent changes in customs declaration regulations, the specific declaration items shall be based on the Lithuanian customs declaration form. Details can be found on the website of the Customs Administration（www.cust.lt）Contact number: 00370-52613027.

Residency and Naturalization

【Residence Permit】

Lithuanian residence permits are divided into three categories: temporary residence permits (with a term of 1 year, renewed once a year), short-term residence permits (with a term of 2 years, renewed once every 2 years), and long-term residence permits (with a term of 5 years, renewed once every 5 years).

If Chinese citizens plan to reside in Lithuania for more than one year, they need to submit a temporary residence permit application and other relevant documents, or apply for a temporary residence permit from the immigration office within 7 days after arriving in Lithuania, and go to the immigration office to apply for relevant documents within 7 days after receiving the approval notice letter. To apply for a temporary residence permit, it is necessary to submit an application form, original and photocopy of a valid travel document (passport), documents proving that the applicant meets the qualifications for applying for a temporary residence permit (including arrival at the destination, work permit, marriage certificate, company establishment document, enrollment certificate, etc.), proof of sufficient income sources in Lithuania, proof of legal residence in Lithuania, etc. Attention: If the immigration bureau requires the provision of documents such as a certificate of no criminal record, degree and education issued by relevant Chinese departments or universities, please make sure to do consular double authentication to ensure that the relevant documents can be used normally in immigration.

If Chinese citizens wish to work in Lithuania, they must obtain a Lithuanian work permit before applying for a residence permit. Therefore, it is necessary to find the employer in advance and have them provide the necessary materials to obtain a work permit. The work permit for foreign citizens is issued by the Lithuanian Labor and Employment Agency, and details can be found at [insert location]www.ldb.lt.

【Naturalization Policy】

The Nationality Law of the Republic of Lithuania stipulates that the granting of Lithuanian nationality must meet the following conditions: have resided in Lithuania for the past 10 years (if the applicant is married to a Lithuanian citizen, the residence period is 7 years); Passing the Lithuanian language national exam and the basic knowledge exam of the Constitution of the Republic of Lithuania; Having a certificate of long-term residence permit in Lithuania; Having a legitimate source of income in Lithuania; I am stateless or have made a written declaration that once I acquire Lithuanian citizenship, I renounce any other citizenship.

Except in special circumstances, Lithuania generally does not recognize dual citizenship, and foreign citizens automatically lose their original citizenship after obtaining Lithuanian citizenship. Lithuanian Ministry of Internal Affairs Immigration Office in charge of naturalization issues, websitewww.migracija.ltContact number 00370-52717112.

If Chinese citizens are naturalized in Taiwan, they should promptly apply for notarization of the "Automatic Loss of Nationality" to ensure smooth naturalization in Taiwan.

Lithuania's risk level is blue (low risk)

public security

Lithuania has overall good social security and a low crime rate. In some big cities, there is a certain incidence of theft, robbery, murder and other cases. There are no typical criminal cases against Chinese people.

The following suggestions are proposed for Chinese citizens traveling and working in Lithuania:

1、 Try to avoid carrying large amounts of cash and valuable items with you.

2、 Do not accept strangers' items, especially food, drinks, etc., in restaurants, bars, trains, cars, and other transportation.

3、 If driving a car, be careful to lock it at will and store it in a supervised parking lot at night.

4、 Pay attention to carrying and keeping passport and other identification documents, as well as copies, with you.

natural disaster

Lithuania has a transitional climate from oceanic to continental. The average temperature in January is -4.9 ℃, and the average temperature in July is+17.0 ℃. The annual average precipitation is 748 millimeters. The natural conditions are good, and natural disasters rarely occur. Winter is long and cold, with a large amount of snow. In some years, such as winter, there is more snow accumulation, and spring is prone to flood disasters.

FDA

Lithuania's food safety follows EU standards and the food safety situation is relatively good. The State Administration for Food and Veterinary Medicine, as the competent authority, regularly conducts spot checks and tests on various types of food sold in the market. If there is accidental contamination of food sources by diseases or toxic substances, the competent authority can generally issue warnings and implement prevention and control measures in a timely manner to guide consumers to avoid using contaminated food.

Urgent Help

Emergency hotline for Lithuania unification: 112.

Fire Department: 101.

Police station: 102.

Ambulance: 103.

Information inquiry: 118.

The emergency contact number for consular protection at the Embassy in Lithuania is 00370-68607740.

air traffic

Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, has regular direct flights to European cities such as London, Paris, Brussels, Vienna, Frankfurt, Berlin, Copenhagen, Moscow, Helsinki, Prague, Warsaw, Riga, and Milan. There are no direct flights to China, but many European cities such as Moscow, Helsinki, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, Vienna, etc. are used for connecting flights back and forth.

There are three international airports in Lithuania: Vilnius, Kaunas, and Palanga.

Vilnius International Airport is 5 kilometers away from the city center, and there are multiple bus routes leading to the airport in the city center. website:www.vilnius-airport.lt/en/.

land transport

Lithuania has a relatively complete road and railway system. The road condition is good, with a total mileage of 21000 kilometers, and six European highways including E67, E28, E77, E85, E262, and E272 pass through. There are intercity buses running between large and small cities. You can check the intercity or international bus schedules at the long-distance bus stations in each city, or call the commonly used information inquiry hotline 118 or log inwww.stotis.ltSearch.

The domestic railway network is connected to European and former Soviet Union countries, and trains can be used to travel to Lithuania. For detailed information about train schedules, please log inwww.litrail.ltsee.

In Lithuania, vehicles must drive on the right side, and motor vehicle owners must carry their driver's license, motor vehicle registration certificate, technical inspection certificate, compulsory public liability insurance, and third-party insurance policy with them. If Chinese citizens hold a Chinese driver's license in Lithuania and have resided in Lithuania for more than 6 months, they should replace their local driver's license. When changing a driver's license, it is necessary to submit the original license and pass the driving theory test. Theoretical exams can be conducted in Lithuanian, Russian, or other languages. If you do not have a driver's license, you need to pass both theoretical and practical driving exams. Driving schools can provide training for those preparing to take the driving test. For detailed information on the process and examination for obtaining or renewing a driver's license, please consult Regitra at 00370-5264667 or website:www.regitra.lt.

water communication

Lithuania is located on the east coast of the Baltic Sea, and its largest port, Klaipeda Port, is open to ports in Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Poland, and other countries. Internally, it has regular ferries to Kursk and Sasaki.

Details can be queriedwww.scandlines.lt，www.keltas.ltWaiting for the website.

Urban transportation

The transportation network in major large and medium-sized cities in Lithuania is relatively developed, with dozens of bus routes (buses, trams, and minibuses), making travel convenient. When taking public transportation, it is necessary to purchase a one-way ticket, which can be purchased in advance from the newsstand or from the driver after boarding (the ticket price is higher if purchased from the driver). If you need to frequently take public transportation, it is more cost-effective to purchase a monthly pass from a newsstand. The monthly pass is only valid for the current month.

When taking a taxi in Lithuania, it is best to make a reservation by phone 10 minutes in advance. It is difficult to directly hail a taxi on the road and the price is higher. Taxi prices are generally between 0.4-1 euros per kilometer. The commonly used taxi reservation phone numbers are 1800, 1441, 1422, etc. Detailed information can be found atwww.taksi.ltSearch. Travelers can also choose to use Uber to book taxi rides, which offers a high cost performance ratio.

major city

Vilnius: capital, population 550000, websitewww.vilnius.lt.

Kaunas: Second largest city with a population of 300000, websitewww.kaunas.lt.

Klaipeda: Third largest city and largest port, population of 160000, websitewww.klaipeda.lt.

Xioliai: the fourth largest city with a population of 110000, websitewww.siauliai.lt.

Commodity prices

Lithuania's prices are at a medium to low level among EU countries, but in recent years, food and fuel prices have risen rapidly. The supply of goods is sufficient, and chain supermarkets are located throughout the city. The business hours are mostly from 08:00 to 22:00, making shopping convenient. The main supermarkets are Maxima, IKi, and Rimi. Lithuania is rich in amber, and various jewelry and decorations made from amber are popular among foreign tourists, especially Chinese tourists.

The currency of Lithuania is the Euro, with an exchange rate of approximately 1:8.19 to the Chinese Yuan as of July 2020. Shopping in Lithuania, the price of goods includes a 21% value-added tax.

Lithuania's major commercial banks have branches in large and medium-sized cities, making it convenient to handle related business. In addition to cash, debit or credit cards with logos such as VISA, MASTERCARD, MAESTRO, VISA ELECtron, etc. can be used for payment (some stores do not accept bank card payments), and UnionPay cards (UNION PAY) are generally not accepted for payment. When consuming in shops or restaurants in Lithuania, the euro is the only payment currency and payment in other currencies is prohibited.

Insurance Medical

Lithuania has two forms of healthcare institutions, public and private, divided into clinics, medical centers, and hospitals based on their size. The overall medical conditions are good, and large comprehensive medical institutions have advanced medical equipment and highly professional medical staff.

The national healthcare system is relatively complete, and social security funds including medical insurance have been established to provide all or part of free medical services to Lithuanian residents and foreign citizens who have obtained local residence permits. Chinese citizens who work and live in China can receive free medical treatment at public medical institutions with valid medical insurance (mandatory health insurance or voluntary health insurance), but must fully pay for medication and surgery fees. If self funded medical treatment is required, the cost of public medical institutions is relatively low, but it requires waiting in line for a long time to receive treatment from a specialist doctor. The largest comprehensive medical institution in the country is Vilnius University Affiliated Hospital.

Customs taboos

The Lithuanian people are meticulous, cautious, and introverted, with a lifestyle similar to that of Western countries and a focus on quality of life. I enjoy traveling, love sports, and have world-class basketball skills. Wearing pays attention to style, color, and exquisite workmanship. The national education level is relatively high, and the behavior in public places is elegant.

Lithuanians enjoy eating meat, dairy products, sweets, and various dishes made from potatoes. Famous delicacies include pork belly, garlic sausage, potato patties, black bread, and more.

Lithuanians mainly believe in Catholicism, while ethnic minorities such as Slavs believe in Eastern Orthodoxy. Main holidays: New Year's Day (January 1st), National Reconstruction Day (February 16th), Restoration of Independence Day (March 11th), National Day (July 6th). In addition, there are numerous religious and traditional festivals, such as Christmas, Easter, Midsummer Festival, etc.

Communications Power

Lithuania has relatively developed Internet access, and its network speed is among the top in Europe. Some public places in big cities provide free Wi Fi connections, and most public libraries, colleges and some hotels also provide free Internet connections. Mobile phone operators provide mobile Internet, and the national 4G coverage has reached more than 85%.

Lithuania mainly has three mobile communication operators, Telia, Bite, and Tele2, which can provide domestic and international communication services. The mobile network standard is GSM UMTS， Compatible with Chinese GSM and UMTS standard mobile phones. The most convenient way to access mobile communication services in Lithuania is to purchase prepaid cards. Users can purchase prepaid cards at newsstands or supermarkets and use them after recharging.

Some public places in Lithuania have paid public telephone booths, and public telephone cards can be purchased at newsstands. Free calls between public telephone booths, and free emergency calls (such as 112) made from public telephones. National area code 370; Main city area codes: Vilnius 5, Kaunas 37, Klaipeda 46. If calling Vilnius landline from China, you should dial 00370-5- phone number. If calling mobile phone, you should dial 00370- mobile phone number.

The voltage in Lithuania is 220V, and the power socket is a European style two-phase round head socket. Generally, Chinese appliances can be used normally when equipped with European plug converters.

24-hour communication service hotline: 1888.

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