✓Verified against live embassy source · 7 May 2026
Document Checklist
10 required · 34 recommended✓
Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
Form must be completed and signed, submitted via https://visa.vrm.lt/epm
REQ.
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Two recent high definition colour photographs
35 mm x 45 mm, colour with white background, face must cover at least 80% of frame, not older than six months, according to ICAO specifications
REQ.
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Valid passport
Issued within the last 10 years, validity exceeding by three months after scheduled return, include at least two empty pages. Non-Indian nationals residing in India must also present temporary or permanent residence permit
REQ.
✓
MIGRIS invitation letter
Number of MIGRIS invitation letter for temporary stay in Republic of Lithuania electronically submitted through Electronic migration services MIGRIS (https://www.migracija.lt/en) or documents confirming purpose and conditions of planned visit (hotel booking, tour itinerary etc.)
REQ.
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Travel medical insurance
From approved list of Indian travel insurance companies valid for all Schengen countries, minimum coverage 30,000 EUR or equivalent, for all risks (accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc.), must clearly specify period of validity and cover entire duration of trip including arrival and departure dates. Multi-entry visa applicants must have insurance for duration of first trip. NOT obligatory for Family Members of EU/EEA/CH citizens (applicants under Directive 2004/38/EC)
REQ.
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Proof of intended means of transport and itinerary
Flight reservations to and from Schengen area. If applicant travelling to several Schengen States, proof of intra-Schengen flight reservation, train itinerary or car rental
REQ.
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Proof of accommodation
Hotel reservations, rental of holiday home or campus residence reservation; OR if staying with family member or friend, proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation from host (must be mentioned in MIGRIS invitation letter); OR if travelling to several Member States, proof of accommodation in each of them
REQ.
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Cover Letter
Signed by applicant explaining purpose of visit to Republic of Lithuania and entire travel plan (itinerary)
REQ.
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Proof of financial means - bank statement
Original private bank statement showing movements in last three months, duly stamped and signed by the bank. Every applicant has to submit original bank account statement of his own or of his sponsor
REQ.
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Proof of financial means - income tax return
Indian income tax return acknowledgment for the last three assessment years
REQ.
Recommended
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Proof of financial means - employment (if employed)
Pay slips for the last three months; Employment contract; Employers' statement on approval for holidays
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Proof of financial means - self-employment (if company owner or self-employed)
Certificate of registration of the company, including its goods and services tax (GST) registration number for companies based in India
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Proof of sponsorship (if sponsored)
Proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a MIGRIS invitation letter
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Proof of financial means - retirement (if retired)
Pension statements for the last three months and/or proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business
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Minors - parental consent (one parent only)
If minor travelling with only one parent, written consent certified by public notary of other parent or guardian, except in cases of parent having sole custody or guardianship (court order or proof of sole custody/guardianship required)
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Minors - parental consent (travelling alone)
If minor travels alone (without parents), written consent certified by public notary of both parents or guardians having custody or guardianship of minor
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Minors - identification documents of parents/guardians
Copy of identification document(s) (with signature and photograph) of parent(s)/guardians having custody/guardianship of applicant
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Students - enrollment certificate
Certificates of the establishment at which applicant is enrolled
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Family/friends visit - MIGRIS invitation letter
MIGRIS invitation letter from family member/friend, including their address and contact details, and intended period of stay
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Family/friends visit - residence proof
Evidence of legal residence of family/friends visited: copy of passport/national ID card, or residence permit as applicable
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Family member of Lithuanian citizen - marriage/birth certificate
Marriage certificate or birth certificate (notarized) / Court decision of custody (notarized). If married in Lithuania: marriage certificate OR extract from Lithuanian population register (Gyventojų registras). If married in India or any other country: marriage certificate (notarized) AND extract from Lithuanian population register (Gyventojų registras)
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Business trip - MIGRIS invitation letter
MIGRIS invitation letter from inviting company or organization confirming: applicant's identity, purpose of journey (meetings, conferences, training or business related events), period and place of intended stay
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Business trip - employer cover letter
Cover letter from applicant's employer confirming: applicant's identity, purpose of journey (meetings, conferences, training or business related events), period and place of intended stay
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Study/research/internship - enrollment certificate
Certificate of admission or registration at educational establishment for attending academic or vocational courses, or cover letter from inviting company
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Tourism - travel agency certificate
Certificate of travel agency confirming booking of organised trip or any other appropriate document indicating travel plans
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Cultural/sports/religious events - invitation/tickets
Invitation, entry tickets, enrolments or programs
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Film crews - film company letter
Letter from film company specifying title, synopsis and shooting locations of film
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Film crews - crew list
Complete list of names of travelling crew members along with their roles
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Film crews - Schengen State agency letter
Letter from agency in Schengen State confirming arrangements for film permits
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Film crews - registration certificate
Certificate of registration with Indian Motion Pictures Producers Association or Film Chamber of Commerce
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Medical treatment - medical certificate
Certificate from medical doctor or medical institution confirming need for specific medical treatment to be received in Lithuania
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Medical treatment - receiving institution confirmation
Official document from receiving medical institution confirming that specific medical treatment can be performed and patient be accepted accordingly
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Medical treatment - proof of pre-payment
Proof of pre-payment of treatment
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Official delegation - official invitation
Copy of official invitation: Note verbale issued by sending authority(ies) confirming applicant's identity, purpose of journey (meetings, consultations, negotiations or events held by intergovernmental organisations), period and place(s) of intended stay. As per bilateral agreement between Lithuania and India – Diplomatic passport holders are exempted from Visa
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EU/EEA/CH family members - proof of nationality
Proof of EU/EEA/Swiss citizen's nationality (e.g. copy of passport)
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EU/EEA/CH family members - proof of common journey
Proof of common journey: transport reservations including possible third countries and other Schengen countries. Proof of accommodation
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EU/EEA/CH family members - proof of family tie
Proof of family tie: marriage certificate or birth certificate / court decision of custody
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Seafarers - employment contract
Employment contract/appointment letter showing duration of employment
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Seafarers - seaman's book
Seaman's book
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Seafarers - MIGRIS invitation letter
MIGRIS invitation letter from shipping company/maritime agency of Lithuania where seafarer will join boat, including: name and family name of seafarer; place and date of birth, passport number, seafarer's book number; date of issue, period of validity of passport and seafarer's book; seafarer's position on vessel; name and flag of boat; port and date of boarding and disembarking; itinerary to arrive in Member State of destination/transit (including date and entry point to Schengen area); name and address of Indian agency responsible for submitting visa applications; statement that shipping company/maritime agency will bear all responsibility for seafarer upon arrival in Lithuania (including repatriation) and ensure boarding of ship; flight reservation (if applicable)
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Airport transit - visa or entry permit
Visa or other entry permit for third country of destination
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Airport transit - onward journey documents
Documents in relation to onward journey to final destination after intended airport transit
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Passport copies - Schengen visas
Clear photocopy of first and last page of passport and at least two Schengen visas, if applicable
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Other optional documents
Other optional documents considered necessary by applicant
Important Notes
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Applications must be submitted not earlier than six months before and not later than 15 working days before intended date of travel
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Applications processed within 15 calendar days from arrival at visa section. If submitted via VFS application center, application needs up to two working days to reach visa section. Public holidays not counted as working days
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Booked flight ticket does not result in preferred processing
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Submission of documents does not guarantee visa grant
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Incomplete documentation may result in rejection. Visa section not obliged to request documents already on checklist before denial
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Embassy may request additional documents in justified cases per Article 21(8) of Regulation (EC) No 810/2009
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Embassy may call applicants for interview if necessary
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Affidavit not considered as document of evidence by Embassy of Lithuania
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Applicant will not have passport in possession during visa application process
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In case of refusal, visa fees not refundable
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Applicant bears responsibility for all content of application
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VFS Global does not have influence on visa application decision
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