Travelling on a Lithuania passport
Holding a Lithuanian passport puts you in a genuinely good position at most of the world's immigration counters. Ranked 9th on the Henley Passport Index, you've got visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 164 destinations total — which in practice means you're walking straight through in most of Europe, across huge chunks of Asia, and into a solid spread of the Americas. The paperwork walls exist, but they're not everywhere. China requires a full pre-arranged visa. So does Algeria. But Japan? Just show up. That balance is the practical reality of traveling Lithuanian.
What this passport unlocks
The 137 visa-free countries is where the day-to-day travel freedom lives. Japan is the one that always surprises people — no queue at the embassy, no forms, just your passport doing the work at Narita. Andorra and Albania are easy wins in Europe. Anguilla gives you a Caribbean option without the hassle. Kiribati is genuinely remote and the access being visa-free is a small miracle. The 27 visa-on-arrival countries add flexibility — you're sorting it at the airport rather than weeks before departure, which suits the spontaneous trip. The 16 eTA countries and 29 e-Visa countries still require action before you fly, but it's online admin, not embassy queues. The honest gaps: Afghanistan, Chad, the Central African Republic, and China all require full pre-applications. That's 18 countries where Lithuania's passport doesn't shortcut anything. Not the end of the world, but worth knowing before you start planning.
Visa categories at a glance
Visa-free entry (137)
- Gibraltar
- Japan
- Kiribati
- Albania
- Andorra
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Austria
- The Bahamas
- ...and 125 more
Visa on arrival (27)
- Bangladesh
- Madagascar
- Bahrain
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Comoro Islands
- Egypt
- Guinea-Bissau
- Iran
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Laos
- ...and 15 more
eTA / online authorisation (16)
- Canada
- Guam
- New Zealand
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Puerto Rico
- American Samoa
- Sri Lanka
- United States
- US Virgin Islands
- South Korea
- Kenya
- Seychelles
- ...and 4 more
e-Visa available (29)
- Australia
- Myanmar
- Azerbaijan
- Benin
- India
- Russian Federation
- Vietnam
- Uganda
- Papua New Guinea
- Guinea
- Cameroon
- Equatorial Guinea
- ...and 17 more
Practical travel tips for Lithuania passport holders
eTA and e-Visa sound similar but they're different things. An eTA is usually a quick automated approval tied to your passport — think Canada or Australia — and you apply online days before flying. An e-Visa involves a government reviewing your application, which can take longer and occasionally gets rejected. Don't treat them as the same process. For visa-on-arrival countries, bring passport photos and cash in the local currency or USD as backup — card machines at immigration booths are not guaranteed. Check whether your airline requires proof of onward travel before you board, because some will ask even when the destination country doesn't. And if you're transiting through a country rather than entering it, visa rules can change entirely — always check the transit requirements separately.
Frequently asked questions
How many countries can I travel to with my Lithuanian passport without arranging a visa in advance?
Your Lithuanian passport allows you to enter 137 countries visa-free, plus 27 additional countries where you can obtain a visa on arrival, giving you access to 164 countries without pre-arranged visas. This ranks Lithuania 9th globally in passport strength.
What's the difference between visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival, and eTA requirements?
Visa-free means you can enter and stay without any visa documentation; visa-on-arrival (VOA) allows you to obtain a visa upon landing at the destination; eTA (electronic travel authorization) requires online pre-approval before travel but is faster than traditional visas. Lithuania passport holders also have access to 16 eTA systems and 29 e-visa options for additional destinations.
What should I do if I'm denied entry or boarding with my Lithuanian passport?
Request a written explanation from the immigration or airline official for the denial, as this helps identify whether it's a documentation issue, security concern, or misunderstanding. Contact your nearest Lithuanian embassy or consulate immediately for assistance and guidance on resolving the matter or appealing the decision.
How long must my Lithuanian passport be valid for international travel?
Most countries require your passport to be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure date, though some destinations may have different requirements. Always check your specific destination's entry requirements before traveling, as validity rules vary by country.
How might Lithuania's visa policies change in the future?
Visa policies typically evolve based on political stability, diplomatic relations, and reciprocity agreements between countries, so maintaining strong international relations helps preserve Lithuania's favorable passport ranking. Monitoring official government travel advisories and your destination country's policy updates ensures you have the most current information before planning trips.