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Relocation to Kaunas

Preparation for arrival

Migration requirements

Migration requirements for new degree students

Citizens of EU/EEA countries

If you are an EU citizen and have come to stay in Lithuania for more than 3 months you need to apply for a certificate of temporary residence. The application needs to be placed on MIGRIS ( https://www.migracija.lt ) and the following documents will be required: 

  • valid travel document (passport); 
  • confirmation of studies (acceptance letter from the university); 
  • bank statement proving sufficient funds for living in Lithuania (minimum: 221 EUR/month or 2652 EUR/year, and is assessed individually depending on personal situation) valid health insurance (e.g., European Health Insurance Card) 

Once your application is submitted, you will be able to book an appointment at the Migration Department and provide the required hard copies of your documents. When your certificate is issued, you will receive a notification by email. The certificate is valid until the end of your expected graduation date (maximum of 5 years). The fee is 10 EUR, payable at the place of service. 

PLEASE start your application for the TRP as soon as possible once you arrive to Lithuania as the TRP issuance process can take up to two months. If you are late to apply, there is a risk to not get the TRP on time and without having the TRP after 90 days you will be required to leave the country. 

For more information about the procedure you can visit website of the migration department  or check our FAQs. 

Citizens of other countries

Students from non-EU countries must apply for a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP). 

Students who can enter Lithuania without a visa and stay in the Schengen Area for up to 90 days may apply for a TRP after arriving in Lithuania. This option may make the process faster and simpler, as the application is submitted directly to the Migration Department and does not require a visit to an external service provider (VFS Global). 

To begin the process, please submit your application through the Migration Department via the MIGRIS system ( www.migracija.lt ) 

Students who must obtain a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) before entering the Schengen Area are required to submit their application through the external service provider VFS Global. 

First, you must complete the application in the MIGRIS system (www.migracija.lt). After that, you need to book an appointment at a VFS Global visa centre to submit your biometric data. Please note that VFS Global may not operate in all countries, so we kindly ask you to check the availability and location of visa centres on their official website: www.vfsglobal.com. 

You will be able to track the progress of your application through your MIGRIS account. Once your TRP is issued, you will need to collect it from the same VFS Global office where you submitted your biometrics.

Required documents 

In all cases, the list of required documents is the same. These documents must be submitted both in the MIGRIS system and during your appointment: 

  • Valid travel document (passport). 
  • Proof of sufficient funds:
    A bank statement showing available funds of at least 7,300 EUR (for a year).
    The statement must include transaction history for the past 6 months (If the bank account is international, the document must be in English). 
  • Health insurance:
    The insurance must cover emergency medical care and expenses related to return to the home country for health reasons.
    It must be valid for the entire duration of the requested TRP or for at least one year, with coverage of no less than 30,000 EUR.
    Many students choose insurance providers such as Gjensidige, Lietuvos Draudimas, BTA, and others. 
  • Police Clearance Certificate (PCC / Non-criminal Record). You need to provide this document from any country where you have lived for 6 months or more over the last 2 years.
    It must be legalised or certified with an Apostille, depending on the country of issue.
    The document must be in English or officially translated.
    More information on legalisation can be found here: https://keliauk.urm.lt/en/consular-services/legalisation
    Please note, this document is not required for TRP renewal. 

Application deadlines and processing time 

General procedure (application fee: 160 EUR)
The decision is usually made within 2-3 months, but may take longer depending on the individual case.  

Urgent procedure (application fee: 320 EUR)
Available only when applying or renewing a TRP in Lithuania.
The decision is usually made within 1 month, but may take longer depending on the case. 

Important notes 

  • The Migration Department does not issue interim visas while a TRP application is being processed. 
  • If your current TRP expires while your new application is under review, you must leave Lithuania until a decision is made. Please plan your renewal accordingly. 
  • A TRP is usually issued for 2 years (3 years for PhD students).
    It can be renewed, but not beyond the expected graduation date. 
  • TRP renewal is possible only while staying in Lithuania. 
  • The mediation letter issued for the TRP application is valid for 5 months. 

Migration requirements FAQ

Can I submit my parents’ bank account statement, since they are supporting me financially?

You can submit the statement from your parents’ bank account. In this case you also need to present the notarized affidavit as a proof that your parents agree to support you financially.

How can I do a double legalization for my non-criminal record (Police Clearance Certificate)?

If your country is not included in the Hague Convention and your documents cannot be certified with an Apostille, you need to proceed with the double legalization.

First, your document must be legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country where the document was issued. Second, the document should be legalized by diplomatic missions such as Lithuanian embassy in your country or Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania. The detailed information about the procedure you can find here.

Can my TRP be revoked?

Yes. If you take academic leave or your study agreement is terminated, your Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) will be revoked within a few weeks. In this case, you must leave Lithuania and return to your home country. If your student status is later restored, you will need to apply for a new TRP to re-enter Lithuania. 

Please also note that, according to Migration Department requirements, you must complete at least 40 credits per academic year. If this requirement is not met, your TRP may be revoked. 

Can my TRP renewal application be rejected?

In order to renew a TRP, you need to have no less than 40 academic credits finished per 1 last study year. In case the number of credits is lower and you cannot not provide a valid reason (sickness, the death of a relative, etc.) and supporting documents, the Migration Department might reject your application.

Can I work during my studies?

Yes, you may work while you have student status, but only after obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP). 

With a valid TRP, you may work full-time (up to 40 hours per week) if you are enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programme. Please remember that your studies must remain your main priority. 

For more information, please click here: https://workinlithuania.com/relocation-for-students/  

I want to open a bank account in Lithuania, where can I do it?

Please find information about banks in Lithuania here. In order to open a bank account in Lithuania, you will be required to submit the documents, which proves you are a student in Lithuania. You can order this certificate on the AIS, certificate ordering section.

I want to get a health insurance in Lithuania. Where can I get it?

You can contact any health insurance company in Lithuania. The list of insurance companies you can find here.  We recommend to consult Gjensidige company as they have discounts for KTU students.

How long it takes to issue a TRP?

  • To issue a new TRP takes within 2 months (general procedure) or within 1 month (urgent procedure) after the application is accepted during the appointment at the Migration Department.
  • To renew a TRP takes within 2 months (general procedure) or within 1 month (urgent procedure) after the application is accepted during the appointment at the Migration Department.

How long my TRP will be valid?

The TRP is being issued for maximum 2 years or until the expected graduation date.

If the TRP is issued until the expected graduation date, usually the Migration Department adds 6 months after the graduation.

I graduated KTU and would like to stay in Lithuania and look for a job. Can I apply for a TRP?

Yes, you may apply for a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) for the purpose of job searching. This permit can be issued for a maximum period of 12 months. 

To apply, you must submit an application through the MIGRIS system and provide your graduation diploma. A full list of required documents and detailed information about the procedure can be found here (section “I am a foreigner who has completed studies in Lithuania or a researcher who has completed research and experimental development work”). 

Please note that the University does not mediate or assist in this process. 

Where can I find the Republic of Lithuania Law on the Legal Status of Aliens?

You can find a law here, however, the fully updated document is available only in Lithuanian language.