Sweden Visa RequirementsFor Lithuania passport holders
Lithuanian citizens travel to Sweden visa-free with no stay limit as EU and Schengen members.
Great news! Lithuania passport holders can enter Sweden without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Lithuanian passport or ID card accepted.
Sweden 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
Current Travel Situation
Lithuania to Sweden: What You Need to Know
Both Lithuania and Sweden are EU and Schengen members. Lithuanian citizens travel freely.
Lithuanian diaspora in Sweden: Sweden hosts a substantial Lithuanian community. Like other Nordic countries, Sweden attracted Lithuanian workers after 2004 EU accession. The Lithuanians in Sweden have maintained strong cultural ties through the Lithuanian Association in Sweden.
How to Get There
Direct flights from Vilnius (VNO) to Stockholm (ARN or NYO) with Ryanair and SAS. Flight time approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Money & Banking
Sweden uses the Swedish Krona (SEK). Highly cashless. Expensive by Baltic standards.
Practical Tips
Stockholm (Gamla Stan, the Vasa Museum, Djurgarden), Gothenburg (Liseberg amusement park, Haga neighborhood, West Sweden archipelago), Malmo (Oresund Bridge to Denmark), and Swedish Lapland (dog sledding, Northern Lights) are outstanding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Lithuanian citizens need a visa to visit Sweden?
No. Both Lithuania and Sweden are EU and Schengen members. Lithuanian citizens travel visa-free with no stay limit.
Is there a Lithuanian community in Sweden?
Yes. Sweden hosts a substantial Lithuanian community. Similar to the Irish pattern, many Lithuanians emigrated to Sweden after 2004 EU accession. The Lithuanian Association in Sweden maintains cultural activities. Lithuanian Midsummer (Jonines/Rasos) events are celebrated in Sweden as in Lithuania.
What is Swedish Midsommar and how is it different from Lithuanian Jonines?
Both cultures celebrate the summer solstice with similar pagan-rooted festivals involving fire, nature, and community. Swedish Midsommar (Midsommardag, typically the Saturday between June 20 and 26) features maypole dancing (majstång), flower wreaths, strawberries and cream, and herring. Lithuanian Jonines (June 24) involves jumping over bonfires, floating candles on rivers, and searching for the fern flower. Both trace back to pre-Christian Baltic/Nordic solstice traditions.
How do I get from Vilnius to Stockholm?
Direct flights from Vilnius (VNO) to Stockholm (ARN or NYO) with Ryanair and SAS. Flight time approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
What is IKEA and why did it start in Sweden?
IKEA was founded by Ingvar Kamprad in Almhult, Sweden in 1943. The flat-pack furniture concept reflected Swedish values of functionality, design, and affordability. IKEA is now the world's largest furniture retailer. Visiting the original IKEA in Almhult (with its museum) is a curiosity for design and business enthusiasts.
What is the best season to visit Sweden?
June to August for the midnight sun, outdoor activities, and Stockholm's archipelago. September to November for crisp autumn colors. December to February for snow, Christmas markets, and Northern Lights in Lapland.