🇱🇹 Lithuania · Investor
Startuolis — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,038 |
| Minimum annual salary | €3,000 |
| Proof of savings | €5,000 |
| Minimum investment | €14,000 |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Language level | B2 |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €160 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://startupvisalithuania.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Startup-Visa-Lithuania-guidebook-2025.08.pdf.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,038.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Lower initial capital and hiring requirements compared to other migration pathways for business [...] We always recommend establishing a private limited liability company (UAB) [...] It requires 1000€ starting capital [...] Meanwhile, Small Partnership (MB) is better for early stage Startups, who are trying to bootstrap. There are no shares in this type and the starting capital is not needed.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.