TRP Family — National Visa D - Family Reunification (Nacionalinė D viza - šeimos susijungimas)
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TRP Family — National Visa D - Family Reunification (Nacionalinė D viza - šeimos susijungimas)

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

EUR €140

Stay Duration

Varies (Up to 6 months per year permitted)

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

National visa for up to 12 months for family members awaiting temporary residence permit processing for family reunification in Lithuania.

The National Visa D for family reunification is a long-stay visa established by the Republic of Lithuania to uphold the right to family life for foreign nationals already residing legally in the country. It is governed by the Law on the Legal Status of Aliens and serves as a vital instrument for those whose family members (such as spouses, children, or dependent parents) need to join them in Lithuania for periods exceeding 90 days. This visa fills the gap for families awaiting the processing of their temporary residence permits, ensuring they can remain together during the transition period.

This visa is intended for the immediate family members of Lithuanian citizens or foreign nationals who hold a valid residence permit in Lithuania. The applicant must provide official documentation verifying the family relationship and demonstrate that the sponsor in Lithuania has the financial means to support them. A key requirement is comprehensive health insurance. This visa is distinctive because it prioritizes family unity, providing a stable, temporary legal status that allows relatives to relocate and settle into the country while their long-term residency applications are being finalized.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Sponsor must be a Lithuanian citizen or a foreign national holding a valid residence permit in Lithuania.

If the sponsor holds a temporary residence permit, they must generally have resided in Lithuania for at least two years (exceptions apply for certain categories like researchers/teachers).

Proof of genuine family relationship (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificate).

Proof of sufficient financial means to support family members.

Proof of adequate accommodation for the family.

Valid health insurance covering the stay in Lithuania and Schengen area (minimum coverage EUR 30,000).

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Passport photographs

Seasonal employment contract

Work permit

Health insurance

Proof of financial means

Return ticket

Employer registration (sponsor)

Seasonal employment contract (sponsor)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows family members to live together in Lithuania.
  • Provides legal status for up to 12 months.
  • Facilitates the transition to a long-term temporary residence permit.
  • Access to social services, healthcare, and education.

Worth Knowing

  • National Visa D is a temporary solution; for long-term stay, a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) is usually required.
  • Strict requirements for the sponsor's length of residence in Lithuania.
  • Processing times can vary; apply well in advance.
  • Documents must be translated into Lithuanian and may require apostille/legalization.

Application Process

1

Secure seasonal employment

Obtain contract from Lithuanian employer for seasonal work exceeding 90 days

2

Employer applies for work permit

Employer submits seasonal work permit application

3

Receive work permit

Work permit issued by Labor Exchange

4

Prepare visa documents

Gather seasonal employment contract and work permit

5

Submit visa application

Apply to Lithuanian consulate/embassy or visa center

6

Pay visa fee

Pay EUR 140 visa application fee

7

Await decision

Decision made within 15 days

8

Receive visa

Collect passport with visa

Application Forms

Go to application portal
National Visa Application Form—

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