🇸🇦Saudi Arabia

🇱🇹LithuaniaSA-LT

Saudi Arabia to Lithuania visa requirements

Q: Does ETIAS apply to Saudi travellers going to Lithuania?

No. ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities. Saudi citizens are visa-required and must continue to apply for a standard Schengen visa.

Q: How long can I stay in Lithuania on this visa?

Up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area, subject to the validity granted on your visa.

Q: Where do I apply from Saudi Arabia?

Through the official Lithuanian visa application partner VFS Global, at centres in Riyadh or Jeddah, with an in-person biometric appointment.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

The Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 for adults and EUR 45 for children aged 6-12 (free under 6), plus a VFS service charge of around EUR 30-35.

Q: How early should I apply?

You can apply up to 6 months before travel and should submit at least 3-4 weeks ahead, as standard processing is around 15 days but can take longer.

Saudi Arabian ordinary passport holders need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Lithuania for tourism. Saudi Arabia is on the EU visa-required list, so ETIAS does not apply; you must apply at the Lithuanian visa application centre (VFS Global) in Riyadh or Jeddah before you travel. Lithuania is a full member of the Schengen Area, and Saudi Arabia is classified by the EU as a visa-required (Annex I) country. This means a Saudi ordinary passport holder cannot enter Lithuania visa-free and is NOT eligible for the upcoming ETIAS travel authorisation (ETIAS only covers visa-exempt nationalities). Instead, the traveller must obtain a uniform Schengen Type C short-stay visa before departure. The visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, and the standard adult fee since 11 June 2024 is EUR 90. Applications from Saudi Arabia are lodged through the official Lithuanian visa application partner VFS Global at centres in Riyadh and Jeddah, with biometrics (fingerprints and photo) collected for applicants aged 12-70. While the EU has publicly stated it is exploring visa facilitation for Saudi nationals, no visa-free or eVisa channel is in force as of May 2026, so a full Schengen visa remains mandatory.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen Uniform Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double or multiple entry (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult); EUR 45 (child 6-12); free under 6

consular fee only

Processing time

Typically 15 calendar days; up to 45 days in some cases

standard track

Validity

Valid for travel within the validity window granted (often up to 6 months; frequent travellers may receive multi-year multiple-entry visas)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm trip purpose and dates

Establish that your visit qualifies as tourism/short stay (under 90 days) and identify Lithuania as your main destination or first point of entry, which determines that you apply to Lithuania.

· Tourism· Schengen Type C

/02

Gather required documents

Assemble passport, photos, travel insurance (min. EUR 30,000 cover), accommodation and flight bookings, proof of funds and the completed application form.

· Document checklist

/03

Book an appointment at VFS Global

Schedule an appointment at the Lithuanian/Schengen visa application centre (VFS Global) in Riyadh or Jeddah, the official partner of the Lithuanian Embassy.

· Riyadh· Jeddah· VFS Global

/04

Attend in person and give biometrics

Submit your file in person and provide fingerprints and a digital photo (required for applicants aged 12-70, unless valid biometrics were given in the last 59 months).

· Biometrics

/05

Pay the visa fee

Pay the EUR 90 visa fee plus the VFS service charge at the centre.

· EUR 90 + service fee

/06

Collect your passport and check the visa

Track your application, collect the passport, and verify the visa sticker dates, number of entries and duration before travelling.

· Verify sticker· 90/180 rule

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Saudi Arabia -> Lithuania · Schengen Uniform Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen, issued within last 10 years, with 2 blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos (no older than 6 months)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance covering all Schengen states, min. EUR 30,000

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredConfirmed round-trip flight reservation

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds (recent bank statements)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedCover letter / itinerary explaining purpose and dates of travel

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of employment / Iqama or civil status as applicable

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredBiometrics (fingerprints + photo) given at the centre

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesEmbassy of the Republic of Lithuania - Visas (official MFA)European Commission - Schengen visa fee increased 11 June 2024 Wikipedia - Visa requirements for Saudi citizens

Application link included: Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania - Visas (official MFA)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard short-stay Type C fee since 11 June 2024

Schengen visa fee (child 6-12)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt

VFS Global service chargeapprox. EUR 30-35Per applicant; varies, payable in SAR equivalent

Travel medical insuranceapprox. EUR 30-60Minimum EUR 30,000 coverage; cost depends on trip length

Total estimateEUR 90 — EUR 185incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing via VFS Global

15 calendar days (typical)

Most decisions are issued within 15 days of submission; apply well ahead of travel.

Extended review

Up to 30-45 days

Applies when additional documents or checks are needed; possible in peak season or for complex cases.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Saudi Arabia is an EU visa-required nationality

Saudi Arabia is on the EU Annex I list, so its ordinary passport holders must hold a visa to enter the Schengen Area, including Lithuania.

High

/02

Lithuania is a full Schengen member

Lithuania applies the common Schengen visa policy and the 90/180-day short-stay rule, with no separate national tourist waiver for Saudis.

High

/03

ETIAS does not cover Saudi nationals

ETIAS (launching late 2026) only applies to visa-exempt nationalities; Saudi travellers continue to use the standard Schengen visa process.

Medium

/04

No eVisa or visa-on-arrival channel exists

Lithuania offers no electronic or on-arrival visa for Saudi tourists; the sticker visa must be obtained in advance.

Medium

/05

EU visa facilitation is only under discussion

The EU has signalled possible future visa easing for Saudi citizens, but nothing is in force as of May 2026, so a full visa remains mandatory.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Saudi Arabia to Lithuania route verified

Confirmed via Lithuanian MFA embassy guidance, EU/ETIAS policy and Schengen visa-fee rules that Saudi ordinary passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa (EUR 90); ETIAS does not apply. No visa-free or eVisa channel in force.

/09 — The questions