Lithuania entry requirements for Mexico passport holders
Checked daily · Updated May 21, 2026·View sources
No visa required
90 days
Max stay
90 days
Passport validity
6 months
Beyond entry date
Return ticket
Required
Or onward travel proof
Proof of funds
Recommended
May be checked
Mexican passport holders can visit Lithuania visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This covers tourism, business meetings, and short-term study. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your entry date.
Entry requirements
| Requirement | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Valid passport Must be valid for your entire stay in Lithuania | Your Mexican passport needs to be valid for the full duration of your 90-day stay. Lithuania does not require 6 months of validity beyond your departure date, but airlines may enforce their own rules — check with your carrier before flying. | Required |
| Return or onward ticket Proof of departure from the Schengen area | Immigration officers at Vilnius Airport routinely ask for a return or onward ticket showing you leave the Schengen zone within 90 days. Have a printed or digital copy ready — budget airlines often check this at check-in too. | Required |
| Proof of accommodation Hotel booking or host invitation | Border officers may ask where you're staying for your first few nights. A hotel confirmation or a letter from a friend/family member with their address in Lithuania works fine. | Recommended |
| Proof of funds Show you can support yourself during your stay | Lithuania can ask for evidence of sufficient funds — roughly €40–€50 per day of your stay. A recent bank statement or credit card with a decent limit usually satisfies the officer. | Recommended |
Schengen Area rules apply
Your 90-day visa-free stay counts across all 27 Schengen countries. If you've already spent 30 days in France, you only have 60 days left for Lithuania and the rest of the Schengen zone. Keep track using the Schengen calculator.
What happens at the border
1
Arrive at Vilnius Airport (VNO) or Kaunas Airport (KUN)
After landing, follow signs to 'Passport Control' (not EU citizens lane). Join the 'Non-EU/EEA' queue. Have your passport ready, and if asked, your return ticket and accommodation details.
2
Present your passport to the border officer
Hand over your passport. The officer may ask: purpose of visit, length of stay, where you're staying. Answer briefly and honestly. They'll stamp your passport with entry date and allowed stay.
3
Collect your luggage and proceed to customs
After passport control, go to baggage claim. Then walk through the green 'Nothing to declare' channel if you have no goods to declare. If you have items over €430 or restricted goods, use the red channel.
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Overstay calculator
Enter your arrival date and we'll tell you exactly when you need to leave.
Staying longer & fees
Visa options if you want to stay beyond the free limit:
Tourist visa (single entry)
Max stay90 days, not extendable
Validity3 months from issue date
Cost€80 (approx. $88 USD)
For stays beyond the visa-free period or if visa is required.
Tourist visa (multiple entry)
Max stay90 days per entry, not extendable
Validity1 year from issue date
Cost€120 (approx. $132 USD)
Allows multiple entries within validity.
National long-stay visa (D visa)
Max stayUp to 1 year, extendable
Validity1 year
Cost€120 (approx. $132 USD)
For work, study, or family reunification. Requires sponsorship.
work visa
National Visa (D) for Employment
1 year, renewable
€120 (approx. $132 USD) application fee
For those with a job offer in Lithuania. Requires employer sponsorship and work permit. Allows family reunification.
Apply student visa
National Visa (D) for Studies
Up to 1 year, renewable based on study program
€120 (approx. $132 USD) application fee
For enrollment in a Lithuanian educational institution. Requires acceptance letter and proof of funds.
Apply digital nomad visa
Temporary Residence Permit for Remote Work
1 year, renewable
€120 (approx. $132 USD) application fee
For remote workers with stable income from abroad. Requires proof of employment and health insurance.
Apply Other fees
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Overstay fine per dayMaximum fine is €2,000 (approx. $2,200 USD). | €20 per day (approx. $22 USD) |
| Tourist visa (single entry)For stays beyond 90 days or if visa is required. | €80 (approx. $88 USD) |
| Tourist visa (multiple entry)Valid for multiple entries within 1 year. | €120 (approx. $132 USD) |
Common reasons for entry denial
Insufficient funds30%
No return ticket25%
Suspicious travel pattern20%
Approval probability calculator
Answer 6 quick questions — we'll estimate how likely you are to be approved for entry based on typical immigration patterns.
Transiting through Lithuania
No transit visa needed
Mexico passport holders do not need a transit visa for airside transit through Lithuanian airports, provided they stay in the international transit area and have a confirmed onward ticket.
Airside transitAllowed
Transit hubsVilnius Airport (VNO) · Kaunas Airport (KUN) · Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
Health & vaccines for Lithuania
Recommended vaccines
Routine vaccines (MMR, DTaP, polio, varicella, flu)EssentialHepatitis ARecommendedHepatitis BRecommendedTick-borne encephalitisConsider
Health risks
Tick-borne encephalitisModerate risk
Risk in forested areas, especially from April to November. Vaccination recommended for outdoor activities.
Lyme diseaseModerate risk
Transmitted by ticks in rural and forested areas. Use repellent and check for ticks.
Food and water safetyLow risk
Tap water is safe to drink, but foodborne illnesses can occur. Practice good hygiene.
Based on CDC and WHO guidance. Consult a travel medicine clinic 4–6 weeks before departure for personalised advice.
Immigration offices for extensions
Vilnius
Migration Department under the Ministry of the Interior
L. Sapiegos g. 1, LT-10312 Vilnius
Mon–Thu 08:00–17:00, Fri 08:00–15:45
For visa extensions or residence permits. Bring all original documents.
Kaunas
Kaunas Territorial Unit of the Migration Department
A. Mickevičiaus g. 37, LT-44244 Kaunas
Mon–Thu 08:00–17:00, Fri 08:00–15:45
Handles visa and residence permit applications.
Practical information for MX travellers
Country basics
CapitalVilnius
LanguageLithuanian
Driving sideRight-hand traffic
US driving licenceUS visitors can drive with a valid US driver's license for up to 90 days.
Money
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
Exchange rate
1 USD = 0.86 EUR
Time zone
Local timeUTC+2
vs New York+7h
vs Los Angeles+10h
Electricity
Voltage230V / 50Hz
Plug types
C,FType C (two round pins) and Type F (two round pins with grounding clips)
⚠ US adapter needed
Water & health
Tap water
Safe to drink
Tap water is safe to drink throughout Lithuania.
Emergency numbers
Frequently asked questions
No. The visa-free regime is for tourism, business meetings, and short-term study only. Remote work for a foreign employer is technically not allowed under this status. For digital nomad purposes, you'd need a national visa or residence permit.
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The clock resets after you leave the Schengen Area for 90 consecutive days. Overstaying can result in fines and a ban from re-entering.
No, the visa-free stay cannot be extended. If you need to stay longer, you must apply for a national visa (type D) at a Lithuanian embassy before your 90 days expire. Overstaying is not an option.
If you stay longer than 90 days, you must register your residence with the Migration Department within 30 days of arrival. For stays under 90 days, no registration is needed.
You must have a valid passport for the entire duration of your stay. If it expires, contact your embassy (Mexican Embassy in Warsaw, Poland, or consulate in Vilnius) for an emergency passport. You may need to leave the Schengen Area until you get it.
Yes, there are no internal border checks within the Schengen Area. You can drive or take a bus from Poland or Latvia without showing your passport at the border. However, you must still comply with the 90/180-day rule for the entire Schengen Area.
No. Mexican citizens do not need a visa for short stays, so there is no visa on arrival. You simply present your passport at border control. If you need a visa for longer stays, you must apply at a Lithuanian embassy before traveling.
Official sources
Always verify before you travel
Entry requirements change. This page was verified on May 21, 2026. Always check the official embassy or government source before booking. Report an error — we update within 24 hours.