🇱🇹 Lithuania
How the 90/180 rule applies to Lithuania, plus the tools you'll want before you go.
Joined Schengen
2007
Currency
EUR
Timezone
Europe/Vilnius
Calling code
+370
What counts toward your 90 days
Every day spent in Lithuania counts toward the same Schengen-wide 90-day allowance. Days in Lithuania are added to days in any of the other 28 Schengen countries when calculating the rolling 180-day window.
Entry and exit days both count as full days.
If you hold a Lithuania national long-stay visa or residence permit, the 90/180 rule does not limit your stay in Lithuania itself, but it does still cap your time in the rest of Schengen.
Nomading in Lithuania, specifically
US, UK, and EU citizens can walk into Lithuania for 90 days visa-free. Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa.
Who gets stamped and who doesn't
Most passport holders from North America, Australia, and many Asian countries can enter Lithuania visa-free for short stays. This means no pre-application is needed for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. You'll get an entry stamp. If you're from India, Pakistan, or Nigeria, for example, you'll need to apply for a Schengen visa at the Lithuanian embassy in your home country well in advance. The ETIAS system, launching soon, will require a simple online authorization for visa-exempt travellers to countries like Lithuania. It's not a visa, but it's another hoop.
The 90-day Schengen trap in Lithuania
Lithuania adheres strictly to the Schengen 90/180 rule. This isn't just about your stay in Lithuania; it counts time spent in any Schengen Area country. Overstaying is a serious issue. While land border crossings are less common for remote workers arriving from outside the EU, if you do cross by land from a non-Schengen country, ensure you get an entry stamp. For longer stays beyond 90 days, you'll need to look into a national visa or residence permit, which is a different process entirely from Schengen short-stay rules. This usually involves proving sufficient funds and health insurance.
Where remote workers hang out and what it costs
Vilnius is the main hub for remote workers. It’s a compact capital with a beautiful Old Town and a growing number of co-working spaces. Kaunas, the second-largest city, is also an option, often a bit cheaper. You can expect to spend between €800 to €1200 per month for a comfortable solo stay, covering a decent apartment outside the absolute city centre, food, and some activities. Internet speeds are generally excellent, especially in the cities, with fibre optic common. Most places accept standard European bank cards; you won't find many payment quirks beyond that.