The Ministry of Internal Affairs in Lithuania has announced new regulations for residence permit applications, effective from 01 December 2024.
Issuing a statement, the Honorary Consulate of Lithuania in Sri Lanka said that Lithuania will implement stricter conditions for residence permit applications through visa service providers.
The Honorary Consulate further said eligibility is limited to family reunification, academic programs (including doctoral studies), highly skilled employment, and specific investment roles.
However, applications for seasonal work and secondments are excluded, it added.
The Honorary Consulate noted that due to the closure of local visa service offices, applicants must travel to neighbouring countries to apply.
Increased scrutiny is a response to security concerns related to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, it added.
