Eligibility for Compulsory Health Insurance (PSD)
The following qualify for PSD:
- Lithuanian citizens;
- Foreigners permanently residing in Lithuania:
- Non-EU: With permanent residence permit;
- EU: With certificate confirming the right of permanent residence in Lithuania (issued for 10 years);
- Foreigners temporarily residing in Lithuania if legally employed (+ their children);
- Foreigners who have worked in Lithuania for at least 6 months and have registered at the Employment Service;
- Foreigners granted additional protection in Lithuania and unaccompanied minors.
The following do not qualify for PSD:
- Individuals with a Schengen visa;
- Individuals with a national (D) visa;
- Individuals with a temporary residence permit or a Temporary Residence card as a family member of a European Union citizen.
It is important to note that if you are employed, or have worked in Lithuania for 6 months, and registered with the Labor Exchange, you automatically qualify for PSD.
If you are not covered by PSD, you will need to either:
- Purchase private health insurance (BTA, Gjensidige, Seesam, Ergo, Lietuvos draudimas, IF). Full list here.
- Pay each time you have to visit a doctor.
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