If you’re from the EU, EEA, or Switzerland – good news! You can live and work in Lithuania freely, without the need for a special work permit. 

If you’re a non-EU national, you’ll usually need a work permit and, in many cases, a national visa (type D) or a temporary residence permit before starting a job in Vilnius. 

Need full picture? Read more about permits, visas, and migration formalities here.

If you plan to work or study in Lithuania with a foreign diploma, you might need to have it officially recognized. 

Academic recognition (checking if your qualification matches a Lithuanian one) is carried out by the Center for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (SKVC) and some universities. 

The process is simple, usually takes about a month, and is free of charge — as long as your documents are in order. 

Want to start the process? Learn more here: skvc.lrv.lt 

Start your search on these popular websites: 

• CVbankas.lt – one of Lithuania’s most visited job portals. 

• Užimtumo tarnyba (Public Employment Service) – the national job database with support services for jobseekers. 

• CV.lt, CVOnline.lt, CVMarket.lt – trusted general job portals. 

• Work in Lithuania – tailored for internationals, featuring roles in global companies. 

• WorkWork.lt – listings for English-speaking jobs across Lithuania. 

• Dirbam.lt – growing portal, often featuring mid- and entry-level positions. 

Don’t limit yourself to job portals. Many companies advertise roles directly on their own websites or LinkedIn — so reaching out can make all the difference. 

For extra support, consider contacting: 

• Alma Career (with platforms like CVOnline, Dirbam). 

• Manpower, Strategic Staffing Solutions, Allience for Recruitment and others. 

• EURES – EU’s mobility network for jobseekers.

• Job fairs and career days. 

• Professional meetups and hackathons. 

• Industry-specific events and networking nights. 

In Lithuania, a standard working week is 40 hours, usually spread across five days. While overtime does happen, the law ensures it’s limited to protect employees: 

• Your total working time, including overtime, cannot exceed 48 hours per week. 

• In a single day, you shouldn’t work more than 12 hours (excluding breaks). 

• Overtime is capped at 8 hours per week, or up to 12 hours with your consent. 

• Annual overtime is limited to around 180 hours. 

• Employers must also keep proper records of working time. 

These rules are designed to support a healthy balance between work and life.

Every full-time employee has the right to at least 20 paid vacation days per year (for a standard five-day workweek). If you work six days a week, your entitlement increases to 24 days. 

On top of that, Lithuania celebrates 14 public holidays each year, giving you extra time to recharge, travel, or spend with family. There are also additional types of leave covered by labour law — for example, parental leave and sick leave. 

When you start a job in Lithuania, your employer must provide a written employment contract. This can be in Lithuanian or bilingual if you both agree. Contracts typically include a probation period, but this cannot exceed three months. 

As an employee, you are protected by strong labour laws:  

• Equal opportunities and non-discrimination in the workplace. 

• The right to safe and healthy working conditions. 

• The freedom to join trade unions. 

• The ability to file complaints with the State Labour Inspectorate (VDI) if your rights are violated.  

Your employer also contributes to social security, which covers health insurance, pensions, and other benefits.

For detailed guidance or if you ever face issues at work, visit the State Labour Inspectorate (VDI). They provide resources in English and support for employees.