Lithuania visa requirements for Gambians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Gambians visiting Lithuania

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Lithuanian Visa.

  • A Gambian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance of 30,000 euros to cover duration of entire stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Lithuania Visa for Gambians

Facts about Lithuania

Lithuania being positioned on the western Baltic coast is best known for its resorts, lakes and mineral spas. The country has national parks and museums where tourists can visit to have a good time. Some of the best places to visit are; Devil’s Museum (it contains artworks of the devil, witches, and other wicked mythological creatures), Kursiu National Park, Money Museum and Siauliai Hill of Crosses just to mention a few. You are guaranteed an exciting time during your visit to Lithuania.

Lithuania attracts a lot of tourist from all around the world. Over 3.25 million tourists visited the country in 2017. This number is a 6.2 percent increase from the total of 3.06 million visitors that visited in 2016.

Types of Lithuania Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 10-15 days 90 days
Business visa 10-15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Lithuania Visa

  • A Gambian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance of 30,000 euros to cover duration of entire stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Lithuania Tourist visa Lithuania Business visa

Lithuania Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Lithuanian tourist visa is available for Gambians looking to travel to Lithuanian for visitation and tourism purposes.
  • Lithuania is part of the Schengen countries so you can apply for a Schengen visa.
  • The visa is also known as a short-stay Schengen visa. 
  • The short-stay Schengen visa allows for a stay of no more than 3 months, but it should be within six months from the date of entry into any of the member Schengen states. There are two types of Schengen tourist visa;
    • Single-entry visa: This visa is valid for three months and you are not allowed to re-enter the country with the visa.
    • Multiple-entry visa: This type of visa is issued to a traveler with the purpose of entering and exiting the nation on a periodic basis.
  • A copy of your return-ticket reservation is required. It is not recommended to purchase the ticket before obtaining the visa.
  • A Europe travel medical insurance confirmation of a minimum € 30,000 coverage within Lithuania and the entire Schengen area is required.
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Lithuania must be provided. A foreign national who wants to enter the territory of the Republic of Lithuania, while applying for a Lithuanian Visa it needs to attest to the Lithuanian Embassy or Consulate possession of €40/day.
  • Currency restriction for entry into and exit out of Lithuania is 10,000 Euros.
  • Children traveling unaccompanied must have written permission from at least one parent or guardian to travel outside the country.
  • You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.
  • Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Lithuania are severe. Convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.
  • Driving while intoxicated is a very serious offense and carries heavy penalties.
  • If traveling with prescription medication, check with Lithuanian State Medicines Control Agency (SMCA) under the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Lithuania to ensure the medication is legal in Lithuania. Always, carry your prescription medication in original packaging with your doctor’s prescription.
  • Public transportation is generally considered safe and is readily available via taxi, Uber, or bus. If utilizing taxi services, we recommend that travelers place a request via phone, app or hotel to ensure validity. 

Lithuania Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Gambians intending to travel to Lithuania for business purposes can apply for the Lithuanian business visa.
  • This visa is also known as a Schengen visa and it is valid for 90 days.
  • Invitation letter from the Lithuanian company you will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied with the dates of your visit must be provided.
  • This letter must include:
    • The identity of the applicant.
    • The journey’s purpose along with any meetings, training, conferences or business-related events.
    • The place and duration of the intended stay.
  • A certificate from your employer stating/allowing your business travel must also be provided.
  • If there were previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided.
  • Applicants are required to provide bank statements for the latest 6 months.
  • Memorandum and Article of Association in original certified copy (registered with joint-stock companies) Trade License (first issued and present renewal), Proprietorship/Partnership documents must be provided.
  • Regarding the applicant’s expenses during stay in the Schengen zone, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.

Lithuania Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Lithuania Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Gambia

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Lithuania currently does not maintain an embassy in Gambia. Citizens of Gambia are advised to use embassies/consulates in their neighboring countries for their applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How productive is Lithuania?

Lithuania is the 35th most productive country by GDP (PPP) per hour worked (27.53 USD).

How long can I stay in Lithuania?

Lithuania is a party to the Schengen Agreement. This means that Gambians holding a valid Schengen visa can enter Lithuania for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes.

Is it safe to go to Lithuania?

Lithuania is generally a safe country. Lithuania has no unsafe districts or ghettos and the crime is spread fairly evenly. Districts with many bars (e.g. Vilnius Old Town) may be less safe at night due to drunk people.

What is the official language of Lithuania?

Lithuanian is the official language of Lithuania. Lithuanian is an Eastern Baltic language and is grouped under the Indo-European language family.

I want Lithuania work visa?
Jawara

3 years ago

I want to work and stay in Lithuania

Hi sir/madam I am a sitizen of the Gambia i need business visa to lithuania were I going to get it Thanks Bess regards?
How I can get Lithuania visa in my country Gambia?
Fatou sowe

2 years ago

I want apply visa for Lithuania I’m aGambian

I am a Gambian what the closest destination for me to submit my tourist visa application form for Lithuania??
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7 months ago

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How can l process my Lithuania visa from the Gambia.Since there's no consulate or embassy?
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1 year ago

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