Lithuania Visa RequirementsFor Costa Rica passport holders
Costa Ricans can visit Lithuania visa-free under the Schengen Agreement. Vilnius's baroque old town, Hill of Crosses, and the Curonian Spit national park make Lithuania a rewarding destination.
Great news! Costa Rica passport holders can enter Lithuania without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required. Present your valid Costa Rican passport at the Lithuanian border or Vilnius airport.
Lithuania is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Passport
Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond planned Schengen departure.
Return or Onward Ticket
Proof of departure from Lithuania/Schengen within 90 days.
Proof of Accommodation Recommended
Hotel bookings or invitation letter.
Proof of Sufficient Funds Recommended
Bank statements or cash for your stay.
Current Travel Situation
Costa Rica to Lithuania: What You Need to Know
Lithuania is a Schengen member and EU country. Costa Rican passport holders benefit from the EU-Costa Rica visa exemption for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
How to Get There
Lithuania connects to Latvia (Riga, 4 hours by bus) and Poland (Warsaw, 6 hours by bus or train). Both are Schengen members. Budget airlines fly from Vilnius to many European destinations.
Money & Banking
Costa Rica uses the Colon (CRC). Lithuania uses the Euro (EUR) since joining the Eurozone in 2015. ATMs are widely available. Credit cards accepted in most businesses.
Practical Tips
Lithuania is the most southerly and largest of the three Baltic states. Vilnius Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with remarkable baroque architecture. The Hill of Crosses near Siauliai is a unique pilgrimage site with hundreds of thousands of crosses. The Curonian Spit - a UNESCO-listed sand dune peninsula - is shared with Russia (now Kaliningrad, which requires a separate visa for Costa Ricans to visit).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Costa Ricans visit Lithuania without a visa?
Yes. Costa Rican passport holders can visit Lithuania visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day Schengen period.
What currency does Lithuania use?
Lithuania uses the Euro (EUR), having adopted it in January 2015.
What are the highlights of Lithuania?
Vilnius baroque Old Town (UNESCO), Trakai Castle (on an island in a lake), the Hill of Crosses near Siauliai, Curonian Spit national park, and vibrant contemporary art galleries.
How does Lithuania compare in cost to Western Europe?
Lithuania is significantly more affordable than Western Europe. Vilnius in particular offers excellent value for accommodation, food, and activities.
Can I travel from Lithuania to Poland?
Yes. Poland is a Schengen member and accessible from Vilnius by bus (about 6 hours) or train. No border passport checks within Schengen.
What documents do I need to enter Lithuania?
Valid Costa Rican passport, return or onward ticket, accommodation proof, and evidence of sufficient funds.
When is the best time to visit Lithuania?
May to September for warm weather. June to August is peak season but can be hot. Winter offers snow landscapes and Christmas markets.