Embassy
Embassy of Lithuania in South Africa
235 Grosvenor Street
Lithuania visa requirements for South African citizens
South African citizens need a visa for Lithuania, from its embassy or consulate.
Passport
ZAF
South Africa
Going to
LTU
Lithuania
Visa needed
This visa covers short tourist visits for people who need a visa.
- Visa
- Required
- Fee
- €90
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
What to do
Find Lithuania's embassy or consulate that covers where you live.
Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
Book an appointment early; processing can take several weeks.
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Ways into Lithuania
Short visits share a 90-day limit across the Schengen area.
Visa required For your passportTourist Schengen visaThis visa covers short tourist visits for people who need a visa.
- Stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- €90
- Processing
- 45 days
How to apply
- Check that Lithuania is your main or only Schengen destination.
- Complete the form in MIGRIS, then print and sign.
- Book with the visa office or its application centre.
- Submit documents, pay the fee and give fingerprints if required.
Documents required
- Passport under 3650 days old
- Passport with 2 blank pages
- Signed application
- Photo
- Schengen insurance covering 30000 EUR
- Travel plans
- Proof of accommodation
- Return travel booking or transport proof
- Hotel booking
- Fingerprints
- Usually takes 15 days; the visa may allow fewer than 90 days.
- Russian and Belarusian applications abroad need help from Lithuania's Foreign Ministry.
Other routeExisting Schengen travel documentAn accepted Schengen visa or residence permit can cover your visit.
- Stay
- 90 days
How to apply
- Check that your document covers Lithuania and your dates.
- Check your remaining stay and allowed entries.
- Carry your passport and original visa or residence permit.
Documents required
- Passport
- Accepted visa or residence permit
- Stay within your remaining allowance: at most 90 days in any 180 days.
- An ordinary UK residence permit does not replace a Schengen visa.
Sources (35)Last updated 11 November 2026
- State Border Guard Service: Tasks and functions
- State Border Guard Service: When crossing a national border
- Migration Department: Visa responsibilities
- MIGRIS: Official migration application system
- Foreign Ministry: Visas and application restrictions
- Foreign Ministry: Nationality visa checker
- Foreign Ministry: Visa types
- Foreign Ministry: Application and supporting documents
- Foreign Ministry: Visa and service fees
- Foreign Ministry: Decision times
- Foreign Ministry: European citizen family members
- Foreign Ministry: Facilitated transit documents
- Foreign Ministry: Information for visa holders
- Foreign Ministry: Crossing the border
- Lithuanian Embassy in the United States: Visas
- Lithuanian Embassy in the United Kingdom: Visas
- Lithuanian Embassy in India: Visas
- Lithuanian Embassy in India: Short-stay supporting documents
- Lithuanian Embassy in Ireland: Visas
- Lithuanian Embassy in Ireland: Tourist checklist
- Lithuanian Embassy in Ireland: Business, family, study and medical checklist
- Migration Department: National visa grounds and residence-permit changes
- Migration Department: National visa procedure
- Migration Department: National visa fees and exemptions
- Migration Department: Work and residence-permit requirements
- Interior Ministry: Applying for residence through MIGRIS
- Interior Ministry: External-border controls for Russian citizens
- European Union visa nationality regulation
- European Union Visa Code
- European Commission: Applying for a Schengen visa
- European Commission: Common airport transit nationality list
- European Commission: Additional airport transit requirements
- Your Europe: Entry documents for non-European nationals
- European Commission: International service provider in Lithuania
- Official ETIAS information and current operational status
Embassies for this trip
Book an appointment before you go.
Coming from South Africa
- Plugs C FAdapter for some
- MoneyEUR €
- TimeSame timeSame as home
- DrivingOn the rightLook left first
- LanguageLithuanian
- Emergency112 police
Planning your Lithuania trip
Best time to go: Summer averages 16°C but has the most rain. Spring is the driest season. Winter averages -5°C, with snow and sleet. Bring warm clothes and waterproof clothing at any time of year.
- Vilnius Old TownExplore a partly pedestrianised historic district with churches, the university quarter, a cathedral and a castle. It is recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization as a World Heritage Site.
- UžupisThis artistic district in eastern Vilnius playfully declares itself an independent republic.
- Trakai Island CastleIts red towers and waterside setting make it one of the country's most attractive castles.
- Curonian Spit and Hill of WitchesA short ferry ride from Klaipėda reaches this long strip of dunes and forest. Near Juodkrantė, wooden sculptures illustrate local stories and legends.
Scams to watch for in Lithuania
- Theft in crowds or of unattended belongingsMoney or valuables can be stolen when they are left unattended, displayed openly or poorly watched in a crowd. No specific distraction method is described.
- Higher fares for street-hailed taxisA taxi taken from the street may charge more than one booked by phone or app. In Vilnius, the fare may be twice as much. A longer route alone does not prove a scam: city traffic restrictions can require detours.
- Street sales and donation approachesStrangers may approach visitors to sell something or ask for donations. These approaches are flagged as a reason for caution, but no specific false story, payment trick or theft method is described.
About Lithuania
Lithuania is a Baltic republic on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea, just north of Poland.
- Capital
- Vilnius
- Money
- Euro (€)
- Languages
- Lithuanian
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +370
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Questions
Do south african citizens need a visa for Lithuania?
South African citizens need a visa for Lithuania, from its embassy or consulate.
Where do I apply for a Lithuania visa?
At Lithuania's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Book an appointment early, as it can take several weeks.
Does a US, UK or Schengen visa help south african citizens enter Lithuania?
We have no record of Lithuania relaxing its rules for south african citizens who hold another country's visa. Check with the embassy before you rely on one.
Do lithuanian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Lithuanian citizens do not need a visa for South Africa. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 90 days.
Do other Africa passports get easier entry to Lithuania?
Mauritius and Seychelles can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Lithuania are easier for south african citizens?
Kosovo, Russia, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda Argentina, and 3 more let south african citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Lithuania?
Find Lithuania's embassy or consulate that covers where you live. Prepare the application form, photos, bank statements and travel bookings.
What money is used in Lithuania?
Euro (€). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Lithuania?
Lithuanian.
How strong is the South Africa passport?
It ranks #51 and reaches 91 destinations without applying ahead.
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