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The Lithuania Work Visa Process from South Africa, Explained

VFS Global, MIGRIS, timelines and costs — the whole road without jargon.

South African man with a document folder in a modern office building

Documents ready, appointment booked — the process rewards preparation.

South Africa has a working, legal, tested pathway to a Lithuanian work visa — that is not true for every country. If you are a South African citizen with the right experience and documents, the road is open. Here is what it really looks like.

Who does what

Your employer in Lithuania

Starts the work permit process on their side once you are matched.

You

Prepare your documents in South Africa and attend your visa appointment at VFS Global.

We

Guide you through every step in between — at no placement fee.

The process, step by step

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What it costs

Approximate official fees, paid to institutions, not to us (2025–2026 public figures — always confirm current fees before paying):

~€121
work permit
~€160
visa / permit (fast-track ~double)
~€110
VFS service fee

What you should never pay: a placement fee or a job guarantee fee to a middleman. If someone asks — read the 7 red flags.

Why some nationalities get rejected

Applications are lodged through VFS Global in your country of citizenship — which is why serious recruiters check nationality early. It is not discrimination, it is how the system works. For South Africans, the pathway works.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to travel to Lithuania for an interview?

No — the whole application happens in South Africa through VFS Global. You travel only once the visa is approved.

Can my family come with me?

Not immediately — family reunification is possible later, once you are settled and meet the requirements. Ask us about the details.

Can the process be sped up?

A fast-track option exists at a higher fee, but the biggest time-saver is free: complete, correct documents the first time.

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