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Current DossierSubject · United States passportFile · LITHUANIA

Does Lithuania require a visa for US citizens?

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Last checked 28 Jun 2026Source · US State Department travel adviceHow we source this →
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No visa neededLow panic

Do US citizens need a visa for Lithuania?

US citizens do not need a visa for tourist visits to Lithuania.

Check official travel adviceUS State Department travel advice — last checked 28 June 2026
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You're good to go.

No visa application needed for United States passport holders on a short tourist or business trip. Just check your passport meets the validity rules below before you fly.

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Deep breath. Here's the answer.

As a US passport holder, you do not need a visa for short tourist trips to Lithuania. Your stay in Lithuania and other Schengen countries is limited to 90 days within any 180-day period. Ensure your passport meets the validity requirements for travel in the Schengen Area.

Key facts

For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

PassportRegular US passport
PurposeTourism
Visa requiredNo, not for short stays
Maximum stay90 days within any 180-day period (Schengen Area rule)
Passport validity6 months beyond date of departure, but for Schengen Area travel, it must be at least three months beyond the period of stay.
Return/onward ticketRecommended. The source states 'sufficient proof of funds and a return plane ticket' are needed when traveling through European countries.
Arrival formNone required (verify on official source)
Last checked28 June 2026

You may need a visa if…

  • The 90-day visa-free period applies to the entire Schengen Area, not just Lithuania.
  • Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended period of stay in the Schengen Area.
  • Be prepared to show sufficient proof of funds for your trip.
  • Terrorist groups are reportedly plotting attacks in Europe, so exercise vigilance.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for alerts and easier contact in emergencies.

Before you travel

  • Ensure your US passport is valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area.
  • Have at least one blank passport page for stamps.
  • Carry sufficient proof of funds for your stay in Lithuania.
  • Consider purchasing travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and trip cancellation.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).
  • Monitor local media and U.S. Embassy alerts for security updates.
  • Verify if a return plane ticket is explicitly required by Lithuanian authorities upon entry.

Common questions

No, a tourist visa is not required for US citizens for short stays.
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