Lithuania Visa RequirementsFor Saudi Arabia passport holders
Saudi passport holders require a Schengen visa for Lithuania. Applications are processed via VFS Global or a Schengen state representation in Saudi Arabia. The fee is EUR 80. Vilnius is a beautiful, compact city with one of Central Europe's largest baroque old towns.
Saudi Arabia passport holders require a visa to enter Lithuania.
Contact VFS Global Riyadh or the Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs to confirm current processing arrangements. Standard Schengen documents required. Fee EUR 80.
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
Schengen Visa Application Form
Completed and signed form submitted to the Lithuanian Embassy or VFS Global in Saudi Arabia.
Valid Saudi Passport
Valid for at least 3 months after intended departure from Schengen Zone, with at least 2 blank pages.
Passport Photos
Two recent biometric photos (35x45mm) on white background.
Bank Statements (3 months)
Showing adequate funds for your stay (guideline: EUR 50 per day).
Employment Letter
From Saudi employer confirming position, salary, and approved leave.
Travel Insurance
Minimum EUR 30,000 medical and repatriation coverage valid across the Schengen Area.
Hotel Bookings
Confirmed accommodation for all nights in the Schengen Zone.
Round-trip Flight Itinerary
Confirmed outbound and return flight reservations.
Current Travel Situation
Saudi Arabia to Lithuania: What You Need to Know
Lithuania is a Schengen member. Vilnius has a remarkably preserved Baroque Old Town (UNESCO), a thriving arts scene, and good affordability compared to Western Europe. Lithuania is also notable for its forests, amber coast (Palanga), and the Curonian Spit (UNESCO). Kaunas is Lithuania's second city with interwar modernist architecture. Lithuania is typically visited as part of a Baltic states circuit.
How to Get There
Riyadh (RUH) to Vilnius (VNO) connects via Warsaw, Frankfurt, or Riga. LOT Polish Airlines and Ryanair serve this route. Total travel approximately 8 to 10 hours.
Money & Banking
Lithuania uses the Euro (EUR). Lithuania is the most affordable of the Baltic states. Vilnius hotels run EUR 60 to EUR 160 per night. Very good value destination.
Practical Tips
Vilnius highlights: Gediminas Tower and Castle, Cathedral Square, Gates of Dawn, Uzupis (bohemian self-declared republic neighborhood), and the Hill of Three Crosses.
The Hill of Crosses near Siauliai is one of Lithuania's most striking religious sites, covered in thousands of crosses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Saudi nationals need a Schengen visa for Lithuania?
Yes. Saudi nationals require a Schengen visa for Lithuania. Contact VFS Global in Riyadh or the Lithuanian Embassy representation for current processing arrangements. Fee EUR 80.
Is Vilnius Old Town comparable to other Central European capitals?
Yes. Vilnius's UNESCO Old Town is one of the largest Baroque old towns in Central-Eastern Europe, with a cathedral, royal palace, numerous churches, and cobblestone streets. While less visited than Prague or Krakow, Vilnius has comparable quality of historic architecture and culture with significantly fewer tourist crowds and lower prices.
What is Uzupis and why do tourists visit it?
Uzupis is a small bohemian neighborhood in Vilnius that declared itself an independent republic on April 1, 1997 as an artistic statement. It has its own president, cabinet, flag, and constitution (posted on walls in multiple languages). Crossing the bridge into Uzupis is marked by a sign at the boundary. The neighborhood has art galleries, cafes, and street art, and is a genuine creative community.
Is the Hill of Crosses near Siauliai worth visiting?
Yes. The Hill of Crosses is a UNESCO-tentative site located in northern Lithuania (2 hours from Vilnius). Since the 19th century, Lithuanians have placed crosses on this modest hill as a religious and nationalist act of defiance. Now covered in hundreds of thousands of crosses, medals, rosaries, and carvings, it is an extraordinary sight. Most visitors go on a day trip from Vilnius or as part of the route to Riga.
What is the Curonian Spit UNESCO site?
The Curonian Spit is a 98km narrow sand dune spit along the Baltic coast, shared between Lithuania and Russia's Kaliningrad. The Lithuanian section (Neringa municipality) has dunes reaching 60 meters, pine forests, lagoon villages, and exceptional cycling paths. It is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its exceptional natural landscape and the history of its fishing communities.
How affordable is Lithuania for Saudi tourists?
Lithuania is the most affordable of the three Baltic states. Vilnius hotel costs run EUR 60 to EUR 160 per night. Restaurant meals EUR 8 to EUR 18 per person. Public transport and taxis are inexpensive. Very good value for a European destination.