Entering Lithuania
There are 3 international airports in the country. Passenger ferries connect Lithuania to Sweden, Germany, Denmark and Poland, there are international bus connections to many European capital cities and the roads are well maintained.
Visa
Citizens of the EU do not need visa to enter the country. Non EU citizens who have been granted Schengen visa may also enter Lithuania. Otherwise entry requirements may differ depending on the traveler’s citizenship and it is recommended to obtain visa-related information beforehand.
Weather
Transitional climate between maritime and continental with wet, moderate winters and summers.
Currency
Euro
Credit cards
All major credit cards are accepted.
Electricity
220V, 50Hz (European style plug, 2-prong)
Country code
370, international call prefix - 00
Important telephone numbers
Emergency number 112
Internet
Wireless internet is widely available in public spaces and internet speed is usually extremely good.
Holiday | Date |
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New Year's Day | 1 Jan |
Independence Day | 16 Feb |
Restitution of Independence | 11 Mar |
Easter | 12th & 13th of April (2020)
4th & 5th of April (2021) |
International Labor Day | 1 May |
Mother's Day | 1st Sunday of May |
Father's Day | 1st Sunday of June |
Saint John's Day (Joninės) | 24 Jun |
Statehood Day | 6 Jul |
Assumption Day | 15 Aug |
All Saints' Day | 1 Nov |
Christmas Eve | 24 Dec |
Christmas | 25 & 26 Dec |