Temporary residence permit – employment / EU Blue Card (Leidimas laikinai gyventi (darbas))
Temporary residence permit – employment / EU Blue Card is a residence route in Lithuania (Emploi). Job offer from Lithuanian employer; work permit/labour-market test unless shortage list or Blue Card (salary ≥1.5× average wage). Stricter rules from 22 May 2026; from 1 Nov 2026 in-country filing needs valid visa/TRP. TRP fee ~€120/person (standard processing).
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Residents taxed on worldwide income: progressive PIT 20/25/32% (2026 reform); dividends 15%
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Catégorie | Emploi |
|---|---|
| Investissement | — |
| Frais (famille) | CHF 340 |
| Revenu / an | — |
| Avoirs | — |
| Séjour min. | — |
| Résidence perm. | 5 |
| Citoyenneté | 10 |
| Travail | yes |
| Éligibles | all except Russian citizens (unless already hold EU visa/permit) |
| Not available to | Russia |
| Impôts | Residents taxed on worldwide income: progressive PIT 20/25/32% (2026 reform); dividends 15% |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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