Lithuania, a Baltic nation bordered by Belarus, Poland, and Latvia, has become a popular travel destination for individuals worldwide. The nation, home to more than 2.8 million people, is unique in the world for having an official aroma, dubbed the "scent of Lithuania." To enter this nation, a Lithuanian visa is required.
For any reason, you will require a visa in order to enter Lithuania. Since it is a Schengen nation, entry is not permitted for citizens of other Schengen countries or countries without a visa. The two primary categories of Lithuanian permits that are issued are the short-term and long-term ones. This gives you the freedom to travel to any Schengen member nation.
The online application procedure is used to obtain a Lithuanian visa from India. Nevertheless, the application and document must be submitted in person at the embassy or one of the VAC-appointed embassies. However, it is crucial to ascertain your eligibility for the specific Lithuania visa category before beginning the application process. Following this, you have to go forward and get every document required for the procedure. The application can then be made in the manner described below:
Based on the duration of the visit and the purpose of the visit, the Lithuania visa can be classified as follows -
Short Term Visa: This is also known as the C category permit and is issued for a short-period stay of 90 days in a 180-day period. Based on the purpose behind the visit, these can further be classified as the following -
Tourist Visa: This is for travellers whose main purpose of the visit is to take part in tourist activities such as sightseeing, leisure activities, adventure activities, and so on.
Business Visa: This allows you to travel to the country to take part in business-related activities such as meetings, conferences, MICE activities, etc.
Visit Visa: This type of permit is issued for people who have been invited to visit their family members or friends living in the country.
Cultural Visa: This is for people who are visiting to take part in cultural, religious, or sporting events.
Study Visa: This type is issued for individuals who are visiting the country to take part in short term studies, training, research and other educational activities for less than 90 days.
Long Term Visa ‘D’ - This category is more commonly known as the national visa and is issued for periods longer than 90 days. Based on the purpose, they can also be classified as the following-
Work Visa: This is issued for people who are entering the country to take part in work activities.
Study Visa: This is issued for individuals entering the country to take part in academic activities for longer periods of time.
Family Reunion Visa: This is issued for people who are visiting their family living in the country and staying with them for a long period.