Lithuania Visa RequirementsFor Slovenia passport holders
Slovenian citizens can visit Lithuania visa-free with no length-of-stay cap as both countries are EU and Schengen members.
Great news! Slovenia passport holders can enter Lithuania without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. A valid Slovenian passport or national ID card is sufficient. EU freedom of movement applies.
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 or National ID
A valid Slovenian passport or national ID card.
Valid Slovak Passport or National ID Card
A valid Slovak passport or national ID card is required for entry into Lithuania.
Current Travel Situation
Slovenia to Lithuania: What You Need to Know
Lithuania is the largest and southernmost Baltic state, and Vilnius is one of Europe's finest Baroque capitals. Slovenia and Lithuania joined the EU and NATO simultaneously in 2004 and share broadly similar post-1991 independence trajectories. Slovenian tourists exploring the Baltic states often start with Vilnius before continuing to Riga and Tallinn by bus. The Hill of Crosses near Siauliai and the Curonian Spit National Park (UNESCO, shared with the Russian Kaliningrad exclave) are among Europe's most distinctive landscapes.
How to Get There
Vilnius Old Town (UNESCO): Gediminas Tower, Cathedral Square, the Gate of Dawn, St. Anne's Church, the Bernardine Garden, and Uzupis (a whimsical self-declared republic). Trakai Island Castle: a 14th-century Gothic brick castle on an island in Lake Galve, 30 km from Vilnius. The Hill of Crosses (Kryziu Kalnas): 2 hours from Vilnius near Siauliai, a pilgrimage site with over 100,000 crosses. Curonian Spit: the ferry from Klaipeda to the spit leads to the highest sand dunes in Europe.
Money & Banking
Lithuania uses the euro (EUR). Lithuania is one of the EU's most affordable countries; a mid-range Vilnius restaurant meal costs EUR 10-15. A glass of local craft beer (Svyturys, Utenos) costs EUR 3-4 in a bar. Card payments are standard; public transport in Vilnius uses a reloadable card.
Practical Tips
Ljubljana to Vilnius is approximately 1,500 km; flying via Vienna, Warsaw, or Riga is the practical approach. Ryanair and Wizz Air operate from Vilnius Airport. Lux Express runs comfortable express buses from Vilnius to Riga (4 hours) and Tallinn (8 hours). Kaunas, Lithuania's second city, is 1.5 hours from Vilnius and offers a beautiful interwar-era Old Town.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Slovenian citizens need a visa for Lithuania?
No. Lithuania and Slovenia are both EU and Schengen member states. Slovenian citizens can travel freely to Lithuania using a passport or national ID card.
What currency does Lithuania use?
Lithuania uses the euro (EUR), the same as Slovenia. No exchange is needed.
What is Vilnius like?
Vilnius has one of Europe's largest and best-preserved Baroque Old Towns (UNESCO), shaped by Polish, Lithuanian, Russian, and Jewish heritage. The city is compact and walkable, with a bohemian atmosphere in the Uzupis neighbourhood, excellent contemporary restaurants, and a vibrant gallery and arts scene. It is less visited than Riga or Tallinn, giving it a more authentic feel.
How do I visit the Curonian Spit?
From Vilnius, travel to Klaipeda by bus (3 hours) or train (3.5 hours), then take the ferry (8 minutes) to Smiltyne on the Curonian Spit. The Lithuanian side has the Nida village and the Parnidis Dune (52 m), with views north to sand dunes stretching to the horizon.
Is the Hill of Crosses worth visiting?
Yes. The Hill of Crosses near Siauliai is one of Europe's most unique spiritual sites: over 100,000 crosses of all sizes covering a small hillside, maintained by pilgrims since the 19th century. It is approximately 2 hours from Vilnius by bus or car.
How do I get from Ljubljana to Vilnius?
Fly via Vienna, Warsaw, Riga, or Warsaw to Vilnius Airport. Ryanair and Wizz Air serve Vilnius from multiple Central European hubs. Journey time with a single connection is approximately 4-6 hours.
What Lithuanian foods should I try?
Cepelinai (zeppelin-shaped potato dumplings stuffed with meat or curd, served with sour cream and bacon bits) are the national dish. Cold beet soup (saltibarsciai) is a vivid pink summer staple. Kibinai (crescent pastries from the Karaite community at Trakai) are a local specialty. Lithuanian dark rye bread and local beer (Svyturys, Utenos) complete the experience.