Startup Visa (Startuolio viza)
Category: Migration · Processing time: 1-3 months (includes startup commission evaluation) / —
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Migracijos departamentas
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Visa type
Migration
Processing time
1-3 months (includes startup commission evaluation) / —
Fees
MinIncomePoints: EUR 28,000 in initial funding for the company
Validity
Up to 2 years, renewable
Stay duration
Temporary stay for the duration of the visa
Entry type
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Insurance
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Overview
Startup Visa (Startuolio viza) immigration pathway. Path to permanent residence: —. Path to citizenship: —. Income / points requirement: EUR 28,000 in initial funding for the company.
- Leads to permanent residency: No
- Requires job offer: No
- Language required: No
- Minimum education: Not specified
- Financial requirement: EUR 28,000 in initial funding for the company
Estimated Costs
- - MinIncomePoints: EUR 28,000 in initial funding for the company
- - MinSavings: —
- - PathToPr: —
- - PathToCitizenship: —
Required Documents
- - Completed application form
- - Business plan
- - Proof of initial funding (EUR 28,000)
- - Passport copy
- - Health insurance documentation
Application Steps
- Prepare your business plan and required documents.
- Submit your application to the Migracijos departamentas.
- Wait for the evaluation of your startup commission.
- Receive a decision on your visa application.
Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Migracijos departamentas →
Travel Insurance Requirement
- Mandatory: Confirm with official source
- Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules
- Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions
- Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority
Embassy, Consulate & Appointments
Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees.
Open appointment or official portal →Browse foreign embassies in Lithuania (MigrantIQ directory) →
Directory listings are for planning only — not legal advice. Confirm jurisdiction and appointment rules on the official portal.
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Benefits & What This Visa Allows
- - Citizenship timeline: —
Trust & safety
Before you pay or submit documents
Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract.
Relevant laws
- Immigration Status and Overstay Rules
Immigration · Severity: Critical
Your right to stay in Lithuania depends on the exact visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you hold. Do not assume a pending application, job offer, or school admission
- Work Authorisation Rules
Employment · Severity: Critical
In Lithuania, a visa that allows entry does not always allow work. Paid employment, freelancing, remote work, internships, and trial shifts may each have different permission rules.
- Tax Residency and Income Reporting
Tax · Severity: High
Living in Lithuania for long enough, working locally, or registering as a resident may trigger tax-residency or income-reporting duties even if your income is paid from abroad.
Active scam alerts
Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for Lithuania, and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.
Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter Lithuania, avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track border
Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for Lithuania through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa proc
Scammers advertise fake apartments in Lithuania, pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.
Quick Eligibility Check
Use this self-check for Startup Visa (Startuolio viza). It does not replace official legal assessment.
Common Rejection Reasons
- - Insufficient proof of initial funding.
- - Unclear or unrealistic business plan.
- - Incomplete application or missing documents.
Application Tips
- - Ensure your business plan is detailed and realistic.
- - Gather all required documents before applying.
- - Consider consulting with a local expert for guidance.
Sources & References
Use these references for verification. Official government and appointment portals override summary guidance on MigrantIQ.
- Migracijos departamentas
Official source for forms, appointments, fees, and final requirements.
- MigrantIQ visa record
Last verified 2026-05-29.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This visa is designed for applicants matching Migration pathway criteria.
Typical processing time is 1-3 months (includes startup commission evaluation) / —, subject to documentation quality and application volume.
Start with eligibility evidence, document checklists, and proof of funds before submitting.