Moving to Lithuania: every visa & residency route in 2026
There is 1 way to move to Lithuania legally as of 2026 — spanning ancestry routes. Here's every one, what it actually requires, and where it leads.
This route checked against official government sources · July 2026
Every route, side by side
| Route | Type | Requirement | Leads to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship Restoration by Descent | Ancestry | Ancestor who was a Lithuanian citizen and left Lithuania before 15 June 1940 (Soviet occupation); descendants to the grandchild/great-grandchild level qualify | Direct citizenship / passport |
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Ancestor who was a Lithuanian citizen and left Lithuania before 15 June 1940 (Soviet occupation); descendants to the grandchild/great-grandchild level qualify
Restoration (not a fresh grant) for descendants of pre-1940 Lithuanian citizens — no language requirement and dual citizenship IS allowed for this restoration route (unlike Lithuanian naturalisation, where dual citizenship is generally barred). The ancestor must have departed before the 15 June 1940 occupation date. Govt fee ~€50; processing ~6–12 months.
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Moving to Lithuania: FAQ
How many ways are there to move to Lithuania?
This dataset tracks 1 residency or visa route into Lithuania as of 2026, across ancestry pathways. Each has its own income, investment, or heritage requirement.
Can I get Lithuania citizenship by descent?
Ancestor who was a Lithuanian citizen and left Lithuania before 15 June 1940 (Soviet occupation); descendants to the grandchild/great-grandchild level qualify Restoration (not a fresh grant) for descendants of pre-1940 Lithuanian citizens — no language requirement and dual citizenship IS allowed for this restoration route (unlike Lithuanian naturalisation, where dual citizenship is generally barred). The ancestor must have departed before the 15 June 1940 occupation date. Govt fee ~€50; processing ~6–12 months. This is a direct route to a passport, not just residency.
Does moving to Lithuania lead to a second passport?
Yes — at least one route to Lithuania has a defined path to citizenship. The exact timeline and physical-presence rules vary by program; check each route's official source below.