Do China passport holders need a visa to visit LT?

Chinese ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Lithuania for tourism. China has no visa-waiver agreement with the EU, so you must apply in advance through the VFS Global visa application centre acting for the Lithuanian Embassy in China before you travel. Lithuania is a full member of the Schengen Area, and Chinese passport holders are not on the EU's visa-exempt list. To visit for tourism or a short stay, a Chinese citizen must obtain a Schengen Uniform (Type C) short-stay visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen zone. Applications for Lithuania as the main destination are lodged through VFS Global centres in China (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Wuhan, Shenyang, Nanjing, Chongqing, Hangzhou, Xi'an) on behalf of the Lithuanian Embassy in Beijing. The standard consular fee is EUR 90 (raised from EUR 80 in June 2024), plus a VFS service fee. Applicants must provide biometrics (fingerprints + photo) unless enrolled within the prior 59 months, mandatory travel medical insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage valid across Schengen, proof of accommodation, return travel, and sufficient funds. Standard processing is around 15 calendar days but can extend to 30-45 (up to 60) days in busy periods, so applying 3-6 weeks ahead (and no earlier than 6 months) is advised. Note: the EU's ETIAS travel authorisation (expected late 2026) applies only to visa-exempt nationals and does NOT replace the visa requirement for Chinese citizens.