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Lithuania Visa for France Citizens 2026

Visa Free

As an EU member state, Lithuania allows French citizens to enter and reside freely using just a valid national ID card or passport under EU freedom of movement - no visa needed for any length of stay.

Guide last updated September 23, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • A valid French national ID card or passport is sufficient - no visa is required under EU freedom of movement.
  • No specific forms needed for entry
  • No minimum financial proof required at the border
  • No accommodation or return ticket proof required
  • No photo or biometrics needed for entry
  • Travel health insurance is not mandatory; the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is recommended for access to state healthcare

Visa types

  • Not applicable. French citizens are EU nationals and do not need a visa or residence permit to enter, live, work or study in Lithuania. Stays beyond 3 months require only registering with the Migration Department, not a visa.

Entry conditions

  • French citizens can stay in Lithuania indefinitely, not just 90 days, under EU freedom of movement
  • No work restrictions - French citizens can work in Lithuania without a work permit
  • Show a valid French national ID card or passport at the border (ID card alone is sufficient)
  • No extension procedure needed; for stays beyond 3 months, register your residence with the local Migration Department office

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee - entry is free of charge
  • No service fee
  • No processing time - entry is immediate on presentation of a valid ID card or passport
  • No express option needed

Tips for France travelers

  • A French national ID card is all that's needed; a passport is not required for EU intra-travel
  • No advance planning needed for entry itself
  • If staying more than 3 months, register your address with the Migration Department within the required timeframe to avoid administrative fines
  • No embassy or VFS/BLS involvement for tourism or short stays
  • This EU freedom-of-movement arrangement applies specifically because both France and Lithuania are EU member states

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.