Citizens from third countries wishing to work legally in Lithuania sometimes face a number of difficulties in arranging various documents. Entrepreneurs from Lithuania who want to employ a foreigner in their companies also face such problems, and sometimes don't even know where to start arranging the entire documentation.
The good news is that all you have to do is go to reach to the Employment Centre. The professional team will not only find the most suitable candidates for the position you offer, but will also help to arrange all documents, thanks to which foreigners will be able to officially reside in Lithuania and work in your workplace.
If the intention is to work for no more than a year, a national visa and a work permit in Lithuania will be required. It is important to know that employment is not possible with a Schengen visa. Once a work permit has been obtained, documents concerning the granting of a national visa D should be arranged.
Those who plan to work for two or three years need a temporary residence permit in Lithuania.
A permanent residence permit in Lithuania is required for a longer period of time. Residence permits for third-country nationals are not granted so easily. Certain conditions must be met.
If a citizen has a permanent residence permit in Lithuania
When a citizen is a member of a family of citizens of the Republic of Lithuania (and has a temporary or permanent residence permit in Lithuania). These permits may be granted after the marriage.
If the profession of a citizen is included in the list of missing relevant highly qualified professions in Lithuania.
If a citizen receives a salary higher than the average salary of 3 months (currently this amount is EUR 2783,4);
When a citizen wishes to change a temporary residence permit and has worked in Lithuania for at least two years as a highly qualified worker;
If a citizen has completed a university degree or vocational education and training in our country, and wishes to work according to his/her degree and has a document (diploma) to confirm this.
The work permit shall be granted, terminated or renewed in the Employment Service. Work permit in Lithuania must be issued before the employee arrives in our country. The employer needs to make sure that the highly qualified worker has proof of this and has accumulated appropriate work experience. Permits cannot be issued for non-qualified work. These employees may be employed only for seasonal work according to the Employment Service's list of seasonal activities.
Work permit offers many advantages for both the employer and the employee. In order to obtain a work permit, there is no need to declare the place of residence in Lithuania or wait for a decision on a residence permit, therefore, this document is the fastest to arrange.
Every nuance of documentation can seem really confusing. Sometimes employers simply do not provide all the necessary documents, then face various problems, which prolong the recruitment process itself.
We understand that time is of extreme value, so we will arrange all the documents for you. All you have to do is choose the most suitable candidate for the vacancy, and we'll take care of the rest!
