Lithuania

Lithuania offers a unique blend of innovation, quality of life, and economic opportunity within the European Union.

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Vilnius

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Euro

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Lithuanian

Sources: DG for Communication

2.9M

Sources: Eurostat

16% Corporate Tax

A reduced 6% rate applies to small companies.

With a standard corporate tax rate of just 16% as of 2025, Lithuania offers a highly competitive and attractive fiscal environment for businesses in the EU.

9th in Tax Competitiveness

International Tax Competitiveness Index 2023.

Ranked 9th globally for tax competitiveness, Lithuania's simple, pro-growth tax system makes it a top destination for international investment and business.

Free Economic Zone Incentives

0% corporate tax for 10 years for companies in FEZs.

Lithuania offers powerful incentives in its Free Economic Zones, including a 0% corporate tax rate for the first 10 years for qualifying investments.

77% Achievement on SNS #1: Fast Startup Score

Efficiency of starting a business and administrative support.

With a top score for startup efficiency, Lithuania's advanced digital infrastructure and supportive ecosystem make it fast and easy to launch a new venture.

0.9% GDP Growth in 2025

Annual real GDP growth rate forecast.

Lithuania's dynamic and open economy is projected to grow strongly, driven by its diverse export markets, skilled workforce, and increasing foreign investment.

100% on SNS #6: Access to Finance Score

Availability of public and private funding for startups.

Lithuania's startup ecosystem is supported by strong access to finance, with an active venture capital scene and numerous government programmes to fuel innovation.

16th on Ease of Doing Business Ranking

Ranking in the top 20 globally, Lithuania offers an exceptionally business-friendly environment, with streamlined processes for starting a business and enforcing contracts.

Lithuania offers a significant competitive advantage with its skilled, multilingual workforce and attractive labour costs, providing excellent value for businesses.

32% Top Personal Income Tax Rate

A lower 20% rate applies to income below a set threshold.

Lithuania's progressive two-tiered personal income tax system helps fund its public services while remaining competitive within the Baltic region.

Lithuania provides a universal healthcare system and is focused on improving service quality and patient access through ongoing investments and modernisation.

Lithuania offers an affordable and comfortable lifestyle, with a low cost of living that provides excellent value and high purchasing power for residents.

With a rising happiness score, Lithuania's strong sense of community, beautiful natural landscapes, and growing economy contribute to a high quality of life.

As a member of NATO and the EU, Lithuania is a safe and secure country with stable democratic institutions and a strong commitment to collective security.

With a high employment rate, Lithuania has a robust and thriving job market, offering excellent opportunities for its well-educated and multilingual workforce.

A pioneer in e-government, Lithuania provides a high level of digital-first public services, ensuring efficiency and convenience for its citizens and businesses.

With inflation forecast to be low and stable, Lithuania's economy provides a predictable financial climate that protects consumer purchasing power.

Lithuania has embassies and consulates worldwide that offer visa services and assistance to its citizens abroad. A current list of these missions is available on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.

EU citizens can enter Lithuania without a visa and stay for up to 3 months without any special permits. If they intend to stay longer than 3 months, they should apply for a Certificate of a citizen of the EU.

Non-EU citizens who intend to stay in Lithuania for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, it is sufficient to have Schengen visa (if they are not subject to visa-free regime). If Non-EU citizens intend to stay for more than 90 days within 180 days, they must acquire national visa or temporary residence permit.

Startup Visa Lithuania provides a streamlined entry process to the Lithuanian startup ecosystem for innovative Non-EU entrepreneurs to build, grow and compete in our booming international community.