Startup visa

Startup Visa Lithuania provides a streamlined entry process to the Lithuanian startup ecosystem for innovative non-EU entrepreneurs to build, grow and compete in our booming international community.

Designed for innovative startup founders like you who wish to establish a startup in Lithuania, your pathway is made more seamless with lower initial capital and hiring requirements compared to other migration pathways for business. And if your business idea is deemed suitable by our committee of experts, you’ll be able to qualify directly for a temporary residence permit.

That residence permit will then allow you to live in the country for two years, with the possibility to renew the permit for three more years (five in total)

Your startup has to offer an innovative solution, have at least an MVP or a prototype, though some business traction is also usually required.
The program is dedicated only for founders of the startup (a maximum of 4 can apply).
You must provide information about your plans to finance your activities for the first couple of years in Lithuania.

If you are an EU citizen and want to open a business in Lithuania, you do not need a residence permit. For more information regarding starting a business, click here.

You can submit your application form on the Startup Visa Lithuania website.

The Startup Visa gives you special access to a streamlined migration procedure to obtain a temporary residence permit in Lithuania. If approved for the program, you can initially apply for a two year residence permit. This can later be renewed for three more years – you just have to provide Startup Lithuania with a business progress report, showing what you managed to achieve during your first years and outline your future plans to further develop your business.
Along with obtaining a residence permit for yourself, your family members are eligible to get residence permits as well. And don’t forget, that the Startup Lithuania team will be there to guide you through the application process and help you get your startup up and running.

Startup Lithuania is the national startup ecosystem facilitator between fast-growing business, venture capital funds, accelerators, startup-friendly enterprises, and the government.

In Vilnius you’ll find a growing, dynamic community of innovators just like yourself who are ready to share their experience and provide support.

5 simple steps to get your startup visa

1. Submit your application:

Fill out an online application by providing details about the startup's founders, team, product, business plan and don't forget to attach a pitch deck.

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For EU citizens

If you are an EU citizen and are planning to stay for more than 3 months, you need to register to get an EU National Certificate from the Migration Center.