Visa Information

Overview

This site provides information on procedures applicable for those who live in Russian Federation and would like to apply for a visa to travel to Lithuania as their main country of destination in the Schengen Area.

The Consular Department of the Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in Moscow is processing visas for the Russian citizens except those who are permanently resident in Kaliningrad area.

The Consulates General of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk are processing visas for the Russian citizens who are permanently residing in Kaliningrad area. The applicants without permanent registration in the area of jurisdiction of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk cannot be accepted.

Also the above mentioned stakeholders are issuing visas to the following applicants:

• Third country nationals permanently residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.
• Those who do not possess citizenship of any kind or nationals of those countries where no Mission of the Republic of Lithuania is present, and who are legally residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.

If you are a citizen of Russian Federation or citizen of any other country but legally residing in Russian Federation and want to apply for a Schengen Visa, please follow the steps outlined below.

Note: Citizens of other countries, if otherwise eligible, can apply at VAC in person only. They will have to provide justification for submission the applications in Russia.

Visa Fees

VFS service fee

Apart from the visa fee, visa centres are collecting VFS service fee of the equivalent of 17,9 Euros inclusive of VAT per each application.

The service charge is waived for the following applicants:

• Children under 12 years of age
• Persons with disabilities and persons who accompany them

Please Note:

• Visa fee and VFS service fee can be paid at the Visa application centre in cash or by credit/debit card and are non-refundable.
• The applicable visa fee in Russian Rubles is as per the current exchange rate specified by the Mission.

Documents Required

Harmonized list of supporting documents to be submitted by applicants for a Schengen visa in the Russian Federation

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

Please note that the Mission may ask for additional documents which are not mentioned in the list below.

Below are the lists of documents as per the purpose of travel jurisdiction wise:

Required documents for the purpose of travel «Business» for jurisdiction of Embassy of Lithuania in Moscow

Required documents for jurisdiction of Consulate General of Lithuania in Kaliningrad

Photo Specifications

Please read the specifications for photographs carefully before submitting your visa application.

The photo needs to display a full frontal view of the face. The size of the face from the bottom of your chin to the hairline must be between 32mm (1 ¼ inches) and 36mm (1 3/8 inches). Please look directly into the camera with a neutral expression and without smiling.

The facial image must be sharp, clear, and with sufficient contrast. Please avoid photos with reflections or shadows on the face or with red eyes. The background should be white. Reflection from glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses is not permitted. The eyes cannot be hidden by the glass frames.

The photo needs to be printed on high-quality paper with at least 600 dpi resolution; the colors must present a natural appearance and skin tone. The photo must not have kinks, scratches or stains on it.

Processing Time

The Embassy in Moscow shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Embassy).

The Consulate General in Kaliningrad shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Consulate).

The period for taking a decision on a visa application may be extended up to 45 calendar days in individual cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed.

Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy max 1 week + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA) as per Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38. According to part 3 Visa Code; Art. 23, in case if additional documents should be submitted, the processing time can be extended up to 60 days.

Download Form

Fill the application form

Schengen visa

Fill out the application and attach a copy of your passport on the MIGRIS website. The application must be printed and signed.

Consent from

Dear applicants, as per the Russian Federal Law on Personal Data Protection, all applicants who apply documents for a visa need to ensure that the consent form is signed by each applicant and submitted along with the application. Please click here to download the consent form. Please pay attention that the form is in Russian language only.

Overview

This site provides information on procedures applicable for those who live in Russian Federation and would like to apply for a visa to travel to Lithuania as their main country of destination in the Schengen Area.

The Consular Department of the Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in Moscow is processing visas for the Russian citizens except those who are permanently resident in Kaliningrad area.

The Consulates General of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk are processing visas for the Russian citizens who are permanently residing in Kaliningrad area. The applicants without permanent registration in the area of jurisdiction of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk cannot be accepted.

Also the above mentioned stakeholders are issuing visas to the following applicants:

• Third country nationals permanently residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.
• Those who do not possess citizenship of any kind or nationals of those countries where no Mission of the Republic of Lithuania is present, and who are legally residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.

If you are a citizen of Russian Federation or citizen of any other country but legally residing in Russian Federation and want to apply for a Schengen Visa, please follow the steps outlined below.

Note: Citizens of other countries, if otherwise eligible, can apply at VAC in person only. They will have to provide justification for submission the applications in Russia.

Visa Fees

VFS service fee

Apart from the visa fee, visa centres are collecting VFS service fee of the equivalent of 17,9 Euros inclusive of VAT per each application.

The service charge is waived for the following applicants:

• Children under 12 years of age
• Persons with disabilities and persons who accompany them

Please Note:

• Visa fee and VFS service fee can be paid at the Visa application centre in cash or by credit/debit card and are non-refundable.
• The applicable visa fee in Russian Rubles is as per the current exchange rate specified by the Mission.

Documents Required

Harmonized list of supporting documents to be submitted by applicants for a Schengen visa in the Russian Federation

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

Please note that the Mission may ask for additional documents which are not mentioned in the list below.

Below are the lists of documents as per the purpose of travel jurisdiction wise:

Required documents for the purpose of travel «Tourism / Other private visits» for jurisdiction of Embassy of Lithuania in Moscow

Required documents for jurisdiction of Consulate General of Lithuania in Kaliningrad

Photo Specifications

Please read the specifications for photographs carefully before submitting your visa application.

The photo needs to display a full frontal view of the face. The size of the face from the bottom of your chin to the hairline must be between 32mm (1 ¼ inches) and 36mm (1 3/8 inches). Please look directly into the camera with a neutral expression and without smiling.

The facial image must be sharp, clear, and with sufficient contrast. Please avoid photos with reflections or shadows on the face or with red eyes. The background should be white. Reflection from glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses is not permitted. The eyes cannot be hidden by the glass frames.

The photo needs to be printed on high-quality paper with at least 600 dpi resolution; the colors must present a natural appearance and skin tone. The photo must not have kinks, scratches or stains on it.

Processing Time

The Embassy in Moscow shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Embassy).

The Consulate General in Kaliningrad shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Consulate).

The period for taking a decision on a visa application may be extended up to 45 calendar days in individual cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed.

Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy max 1 week + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA) as per Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38. According to part 3 Visa Code; Art. 23, in case if additional documents should be submitted, the processing time can be extended up to 60 days.

Download Form

Fill the application form

Schengen visa

Fill out the application and attach a copy of your passport on the MIGRIS website. The application must be printed and signed.

Consent from

Dear applicants, as per the Russian Federal Law on Personal Data Protection, all applicants who apply documents for a visa need to ensure that the consent form is signed by each applicant and submitted along with the application. Please click here to download the consent form. Please pay attention that the form is in Russian language only.

Overview

This site provides information on procedures applicable for those who live in Russian Federation and would like to apply for a visa to travel to Lithuania as their main country of destination in the Schengen Area.

The Consular Department of the Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in Moscow is processing visas for the Russian citizens except those who are permanently resident in Kaliningrad area.

The Consulates General of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk are processing visas for the Russian citizens who are permanently residing in Kaliningrad area. The applicants without permanent registration in the area of jurisdiction of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk cannot be accepted.

Also the above mentioned stakeholders are issuing visas to the following applicants:

• Third country nationals permanently residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.
• Those who do not possess citizenship of any kind or nationals of those countries where no Mission of the Republic of Lithuania is present, and who are legally residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.

If you are a citizen of Russian Federation or citizen of any other country but legally residing in Russian Federation and want to apply for a Schengen Visa, please follow the steps outlined below.

Note: Citizens of other countries, if otherwise eligible, can apply at VAC in person only. They will have to provide justification for submission the applications in Russia.

Visa Fees

VFS service fee

Apart from the visa fee, visa centres are collecting VFS service fee of the equivalent of 17,9 Euros inclusive of VAT per each application.

The service charge is waived for the following applicants:

• Children under 12 years of age
• Persons with disabilities and persons who accompany them

Please Note:

• Visa fee and VFS service fee can be paid at the Visa application centre in cash or by credit/debit card and are non-refundable.
• The applicable visa fee in Russian Rubles is as per the current exchange rate specified by the Mission.

Documents Required

Harmonized list of supporting documents to be submitted by applicants for a Schengen visa in the Russian Federation

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

Please note that the Mission may ask for additional documents which are not mentioned in the list below.

Below are the lists of documents as per the purpose of travel jurisdiction wise:

Required documents for the purpose of travel «Close Relatives’ / Family Members’ Visits» for jurisdiction of Embassy of Lithuania in Moscow

Required documents for jurisdiction of Consulate General of Lithuania in Kaliningrad

Photo Specifications

Please read the specifications for photographs carefully before submitting your visa application.

The photo needs to display a full frontal view of the face. The size of the face from the bottom of your chin to the hairline must be between 32mm (1 ¼ inches) and 36mm (1 3/8 inches). Please look directly into the camera with a neutral expression and without smiling.

The facial image must be sharp, clear, and with sufficient contrast. Please avoid photos with reflections or shadows on the face or with red eyes. The background should be white. Reflection from glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses is not permitted. The eyes cannot be hidden by the glass frames.

The photo needs to be printed on high-quality paper with at least 600 dpi resolution; the colors must present a natural appearance and skin tone. The photo must not have kinks, scratches or stains on it.

Processing Time

The Embassy in Moscow shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Embassy).

The Consulate General in Kaliningrad shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Consulate).

The period for taking a decision on a visa application may be extended up to 45 calendar days in individual cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed.

Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy max 1 week + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA) as per Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38. According to part 3 Visa Code; Art. 23, in case if additional documents should be submitted, the processing time can be extended up to 60 days.

Download Form

Fill the application form

Schengen visa

Fill out the application and attach a copy of your passport on the MIGRIS website. The application must be printed and signed.

Consent from

Dear applicants, as per the Russian Federal Law on Personal Data Protection, all applicants who apply documents for a visa need to ensure that the consent form is signed by each applicant and submitted along with the application. Please click here to download the consent form. Please pay attention that the form is in Russian language only.

Overview

This site provides information on procedures applicable for those who live in Russian Federation and would like to apply for a visa to travel to Lithuania as their main country of destination in the Schengen Area.

The Consular Department of the Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in Moscow is processing visas for the Russian citizens except those who are permanently resident in Kaliningrad area.

The Consulates General of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk are processing visas for the Russian citizens who are permanently residing in Kaliningrad area. The applicants without permanent registration in the area of jurisdiction of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk cannot be accepted.

Also the above mentioned stakeholders are issuing visas to the following applicants:

• Third country nationals permanently residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.
• Those who do not possess citizenship of any kind or nationals of those countries where no Mission of the Republic of Lithuania is present, and who are legally residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.

If you are a citizen of Russian Federation or citizen of any other country but legally residing in Russian Federation and want to apply for a Schengen Visa, please follow the steps outlined below.

Note: Citizens of other countries, if otherwise eligible, can apply at VAC in person only. They will have to provide justification for submission the applications in Russia.

Visa Fees

VFS service fee

Apart from the visa fee, visa centres are collecting VFS service fee of the equivalent of 17,9 Euros inclusive of VAT per each application.

The service charge is waived for the following applicants:

• Children under 12 years of age
• Persons with disabilities and persons who accompany them

Please Note:

• Visa fee and VFS service fee can be paid at the Visa application centre in cash or by credit/debit card and are non-refundable.
• The applicable visa fee in Russian Rubles is as per the current exchange rate specified by the Mission.

Documents Required

Harmonized list of supporting documents to be submitted by applicants for a Schengen visa in the Russian Federation

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

Please note that the Mission may ask for additional documents which are not mentioned in the list below.

Below are the lists of documents as per the purpose of travel jurisdiction wise:

Required documents for the purpose of travel «Study / Training / Event / Activities» for jurisdiction of Embassy of Lithuania in Moscow

Required documents for jurisdiction of Consulate General of Lithuania in Kaliningrad

Photo Specifications

Please read the specifications for photographs carefully before submitting your visa application.

The photo needs to display a full frontal view of the face. The size of the face from the bottom of your chin to the hairline must be between 32mm (1 ¼ inches) and 36mm (1 3/8 inches). Please look directly into the camera with a neutral expression and without smiling.

The facial image must be sharp, clear, and with sufficient contrast. Please avoid photos with reflections or shadows on the face or with red eyes. The background should be white. Reflection from glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses is not permitted. The eyes cannot be hidden by the glass frames.

The photo needs to be printed on high-quality paper with at least 600 dpi resolution; the colors must present a natural appearance and skin tone. The photo must not have kinks, scratches or stains on it.

Processing Time

The Embassy in Moscow shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Embassy).

The Consulate General in Kaliningrad shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Consulate).

The period for taking a decision on a visa application may be extended up to 45 calendar days in individual cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed.

Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy max 1 week + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA) as per Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38. According to part 3 Visa Code; Art. 23, in case if additional documents should be submitted, the processing time can be extended up to 60 days.

Download Form

Fill the application form

Schengen visa

Fill out the application and attach a copy of your passport on the MIGRIS website. The application must be printed and signed.

Consent from

Dear applicants, as per the Russian Federal Law on Personal Data Protection, all applicants who apply documents for a visa need to ensure that the consent form is signed by each applicant and submitted along with the application. Please click here to download the consent form. Please pay attention that the form is in Russian language only.

Overview

This site provides information on procedures applicable for those who live in Russian Federation and would like to apply for a visa to travel to Lithuania as their main country of destination in the Schengen Area.

The Consular Department of the Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in Moscow is processing visas for the Russian citizens except those who are permanently resident in Kaliningrad area.

The Consulates General of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk are processing visas for the Russian citizens who are permanently residing in Kaliningrad area. The applicants without permanent registration in the area of jurisdiction of the Republic of Lithuania in Kaliningrad and Sovetsk cannot be accepted.

Also the above mentioned stakeholders are issuing visas to the following applicants:

• Third country nationals permanently residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.
• Those who do not possess citizenship of any kind or nationals of those countries where no Mission of the Republic of Lithuania is present, and who are legally residing in Russian Federation on the territory of jurisdiction of the stakeholder.

If you are a citizen of Russian Federation or citizen of any other country but legally residing in Russian Federation and want to apply for a Schengen Visa, please follow the steps outlined below.

Note: Citizens of other countries, if otherwise eligible, can apply at VAC in person only. They will have to provide justification for submission the applications in Russia.

VISA APPLYING PROCESS

Before applying, please ensure you are very clear on your purpose of visit. We are here to assist and help you through the entire visa application process but are not permitted to advise or guide you on choosing a visa type. Since our work is primarily administrative in nature, we have no say on whether you will be granted a visa, as this is entirely the prerogative of the Mission. The longest period of delivering documents from visa center to the Mission is one week.

Step 1 :

All applicants need to schedule an appointment to apply documents to the Visa centre in Moscow. You can schedule an appointment to the Visa centre here.

Please fill in and sign the appropriate visa application form.

Please ensure that you furnish all required documents.

Step 2 :

Submit your application at the Visa Application Centre.

Step 3 :

Once the application process is completed, you will receive a text message in case you ordered this value added service at submission. You may also check the status of your application online.

Step 4 :

Collect your passport from the Visa Application Centre or have it delivered by courier.

Who can apply and collect documents?

• By the applicant himself, if the applicant is 18 years old and older;
• By one of the parents\legal guardians for underage children, if the original and copy of the birth certificate is provided. If there was a name change, additional documents must be provided to prove relationship ties. Application form of an underage person must be signed by one of the parents or legal guardians.
• Spouses can submit documents for one another, if the original and copy of marriage certificate is provided. Spouse who is not present at submission also must write a free form power of attorney(it does not need to be notarized), it should consist date and signature;
• By a representative of organization that is sending its employees for a business trip, if an original of power of attorney from the organization is provided. Power of attorney must be presented on the organization’s letterhead, signed by the company’s director and consist names of employees, their designations and passport numbers.
  Representative of organization must be an employee of the organization and must prove the same by providing an original and copy of the labour book.

Applicants can find more information on the Lithuania Missions here.

Visa Fees

VFS service fee

Apart from the visa fee, visa centres are collecting VFS service fee of the equivalent of 17,9 Euros inclusive of VAT per each application.

Applicable Mobile Biometrics Fee for minors under 12 years of age is Euro 35 per child.

The service charge is waived for the following applicants:

• Children under 12 years of age
• Persons with disabilities and persons who accompany them

Please Note:

• Visa fee and VFS service fee can be paid at the Visa application centre in cash or by credit/debit card and are non-refundable.
• The applicable visa fee in Russian Rubles is as per the current exchange rate specified by the Mission.

Documents Required

Harmonized list of supporting documents to be submitted by applicants for a Schengen visa in the Russian Federation

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

Please note that the Mission may ask for additional documents which are not mentioned in the list below.

Below are the lists of documents as per the purpose of travel jurisdiction wise:

Required documents for other purposes of travel related to Lithuania for jurisdiction of Embassy of Lithuania in Moscow

Required documents for other purposes of travel related to Lithuania for jurisdiction of Embassy of Lithuania in St. Petersburg

Photo Specifications

The photo needs to display a full frontal view of the face. The size of the face from the bottom of your chin to the hairline must be between 32mm (1 ¼ inches) and 36mm (1 3/8 inches). Please look directly into the camera with a neutral expression and without smiling.

The facial image must be sharp, clear, and with sufficient contrast. Please avoid photos with reflections or shadows on the face or with red eyes. The background should be white. Reflection from glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses is not permitted. The eyes cannot be hidden by the glass frames.

The photo needs to be printed on high-quality paper with at least 600 dpi resolution; the colors must present a natural appearance and skin tone. The photo must not have kinks, scratches or stains on it.

Processing Time

The Embassy in Moscow shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Embassy).

The Consulate General in Kaliningrad shall take a decision on the request to issue a visa within 15 calendar days of lodging an application (application is deemed to be lodged when it is received at the Consulate).

The period for taking a decision on a visa application may be extended up to 45 calendar days in individual cases, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed.

Time-frame of the Process (delivery to the embassy max 1 week + deadline(s) for decision making max 15 days or less if VFA) as per Art. 43(11) Visa Code; Art. 23 Visa Code; Directive 2004/38. According to part 3 Visa Code; Art. 23, in case if additional documents should be submitted, the processing time can be extended up to 60 days.

Download Form

Fill the application form

Schengen visa

Fill out the application and attach a copy of your passport on the MIGRIS website. The application must be printed and signed.

Consent from

Dear applicants, as per the Russian Federal Law on Personal Data Protection, all applicants who apply documents for a visa need to ensure that the consent form is signed by each applicant and submitted along with the application. Please click here to download the consent form. Please pay attention that the form is in Russian language only.