Permanent residence permit
EU long-term resident
Non-EU nationals who have lived in Lithuania continuously for 5 years on a temporary residence permit can apply for a permanent residence permit, formally a long-term resident permit to reside in the EU. Applicants must pass the Lithuanian state language exam and an exam on the basics of the Constitution. Applications are made through MIGRIS.
Life in Lithuania
Money
3
Currency
Euro
EUR
Euro
Cost of living
62
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
20–32%
Income tax (national)
VAT 21%
20% up to 36 average wages (EUR 83,237.40), 25% to 60 average wages (EUR 138,729), 32% above; a non-taxable income amount applies.
Living
1
Happiness
#26 of 145 countries
World Happiness Report 2025
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Who it’s for
Long-term non-EU residents of Lithuania with 5 years of continuous lawful residence.
Eligibility
Residence period
You need 5 years of continuous residence in Lithuania on a temporary residence permit.
- Period counted is the last 5 years
Official wording
Continuous residence in Lithuania for the last 5 years holding a temporary residence permit.
Language and Constitution exams
Pass the state language exam and the exam on the basics of the Constitution, run by the State Language Proficiency Qualification Commission.
Means and insurance
Sufficient means of subsistence and health insurance are expected; current amounts not confirmed.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Document checklistMIGRIS application
- FeesPermanent residence permit (general order)
- Steps to applyPass the state language exam and the Constitution basics exam
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- 5 documents
- 1 fee
- 4 steps
- Processing times and conditions
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Other routes to Lithuania
- Visit & tourismSchengen short-stay visa (type C) for Lithuania, and visa-free visits
- StudyTemporary residence permit for studies
- Work permitsNational D visa and temporary residence permit for work
- FamilyTemporary residence permit for family reunification
