China Visa RequirementsFor Lithuania passport holders
Lithuanian citizens can visit China visa-free for up to 15 days under China's 2024 unilateral waiver.
Great news! Lithuania passport holders can enter China without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 15 days.
No visa required for stays up to 15 days. Carry return ticket and accommodation details. Have a VPN ready.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Lithuania to China: What You Need to Know
China extended its unilateral visa waiver to Lithuanian citizens in 2024, allowing up to 15 days for tourism, business, and transit.
Lithuania-China tensions: Lithuania-China relations experienced significant strain from 2021 to 2023 following Lithuania's decision to allow Taiwan to open a representative office under the name "Taiwan" (rather than "Taipei"). China downgraded diplomatic relations. The situation has partially normalized, and the visa waiver was extended to Lithuania. Check the current status of bilateral relations before travel.
Practical: Download your VPN before entering China.
How to Get There
No direct flights from Vilnius. Connect via Warsaw (LOT), Helsinki (Finnair), Frankfurt (Lufthansa), or Amsterdam (KLM). Total travel time approximately 11 to 14 hours.
Money & Banking
China uses the Chinese Yuan (CNY). WeChat Pay and Alipay now accept linked international cards. Carry some cash.
Practical Tips
Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an (Terracotta Warriors), Guilin (karst peaks and Li River), Chengdu (Giant Panda Research Base, Sichuan cuisine), Zhangjiajie (Avatar-style rock pillars), and Yunnan province (Lijiang, Shangri-La) are exceptional.
Unique context: Lithuania was the first Soviet republic to declare independence (March 1990), a fact that resonates with Chinese-speaking communities who follow Baltic history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Lithuanian citizens need a visa to visit China?
As of 2024, no. China extended its unilateral 15-day visa waiver to Lithuanian citizens, despite previous diplomatic tensions over Taiwan. Verify current status before travel.
What were the Lithuania-China diplomatic tensions about?
In 2021, Lithuania allowed Taiwan to open a representative office in Vilnius under the name "Taiwan Representative Office" (not the standard "Taipei" branding used elsewhere in the EU). China downgraded its diplomatic representation in Lithuania in response. Relations have since partially normalized, and the visa waiver was extended.
Should I bring a VPN to China?
Yes. Download and test a VPN before entering China. Google, Gmail, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and most Western apps are blocked in mainland China. NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and similar services can bypass this but should be installed before arrival.
How do I get from Vilnius to China?
No direct flights from Vilnius. The best connection is via Warsaw (LOT, then connections to China), Helsinki (Finnair direct to Beijing/Shanghai), or Frankfurt. Total travel time approximately 12 to 15 hours.
What is the Great Wall of China near Beijing?
The Great Wall of China is a system of fortifications built across northern China over many centuries. Near Beijing, the best-preserved and most visited sections are Badaling (crowded but well-restored), Mutianyu (less crowded, cable car access), and Jinshanling (partially ruined, more adventurous hiking). Day trips from Beijing range from 2 to 4 hours travel.
Is Chinese high-speed rail good?
China has the world's largest high-speed rail network. G-trains (the fastest, up to 350 km/h) connect major cities in dramatically short times: Beijing to Shanghai takes 4.5 hours (1,318 km), Beijing to Xi'an 4.5 hours. Book on the 12306 app or website (international cards now accepted).