Lithuania Visa RequirementsFor Somalia passport holders
A Schengen visa is required for Somali passport holders to visit Lithuania, applied for through the Lithuanian embassy or a designated Schengen representative in the applicant's country.
Somalia passport holders require a visa to enter Lithuania.
Check urm.lt (Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs) for the Schengen embassy handling Lithuanian applications in your country. The visa fee is EUR 80 (approximately USD 98). Processing takes up to 15 calendar days. Prepare and submit all standard Schengen documents.
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
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Somalia to Lithuania: What You Need to Know
Lithuania is a Schengen Area member and processes short-stay visa applications through its embassy network. Lithuania has very limited diplomatic presence in Africa, and most Somali applicants will need to apply through another Schengen state's embassy that covers Lithuanian interests in their region.
Lithuania is an emerging destination for business and tourism in the Baltic region, with Vilnius growing as a tech and startup hub. Applications for tourism and business are processed through standard Schengen channels.
The Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website lists which embassies represent Lithuania's consular interests by country, which is essential to check before submitting an application.
Practical Tips
Standard Schengen documentation applies: valid passport, travel insurance (EUR 30,000 minimum), accommodation proof, return flight reservation, 3 months of bank statements, and an explanatory cover letter. Contact the designated embassy in advance to confirm appointment availability and exact submission requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Somali citizens need a visa to visit Lithuania?
Yes. Lithuania is a Schengen member and requires a Schengen Type C visa from Somali passport holders.
Where do Somali nationals apply for a Lithuanian visa?
Lithuania has minimal embassy presence in Africa. Check urm.lt for the Schengen embassy designated to handle Lithuanian applications in your region.
What is the visa fee for Lithuania?
EUR 80, approximately USD 98, the standard Schengen visa fee.
Does a Lithuanian Schengen visa allow travel elsewhere in Europe?
Yes. It covers travel to all 26 Schengen countries for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.