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title: Lithuania visa for citizens of Ecuador
description: "Citizens of Ecuador need a visa for Lithuania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Lithuania visa for citizens of Ecuador

Citizens of Ecuador need a visa for Lithuania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://www.lt.mfa.lt/lt/uzsienio-saliu-pilieciams-vizos

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Type C) – Tourist (90 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 15–45 days
- **Government fee:** €90
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements (last 3 months) showing at least €70 per day of stay

## How to apply

1. **Check if you need a visa** — Ecuador passport holders require a Schengen visa for Lithuania.
2. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents as listed above.
3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule a visa appointment at the Lithuanian embassy or VFS Global.
4. **Attend appointment and submit documents** — Bring all originals and copies; provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the €90 Schengen visa fee (non-refundable).
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 15–45 calendar days.
7. **Collect passport with visa decision** — Return to the centre or receive via courier if offered.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure)** (Travel): Must be signed.
- **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Supporting): Download from embassy website.
- **Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Supporting): Must meet ICAO standards.
- **Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking** (Travel): Dates must match the application.
- **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid for entire Schengen area)** (Financial): Policy must cover medical emergencies and repatriation.
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation letter)** (Travel): For entire duration of stay.
- **Bank statements for the last 3 months** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for stay.
- **Employment letter (or proof of studies/retirement)** (Employment): Include salary, position, and approval of leave.
- **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Only if traveling with family.
- **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Travel, optional): To show travel history.
- **Travel itinerary explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting): Detailed day-by-day plan.
- **Proof of paid visa fee (receipt)** (Supporting): Paid at submission.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** €70 per day of stay
- Bank statements
- Credit card statements
- Sponsored letter with bank proof

Bank statements must be stamped and recent (within 1 month).

## Good to know

- Visa fee is non-refundable even if application is rejected.
- Overstaying can lead to entry bans.
- All documents not in Lithuanian or English must be translated by a certified translator.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient financial means to cover stay and return** — Provide clear bank statements showing adequate funds.
- **Incomplete or fraudulent documents** — Double-check all documents for completeness and authenticity.
- **No clear intention to return to Ecuador** — Provide strong ties to home country (job, property, family).

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Ecuador need a visa for Lithuania?

Citizens of Ecuador need a visa for Lithuania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Type C) – Tourist (90 days).

### How long can citizens of Ecuador stay in Lithuania?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Lithuania visa cost for citizens of Ecuador?

Government fee: €90.

### How long does Lithuania visa processing take?

Typically 15–45 days.

### What documents do citizens of Ecuador need for Lithuania?

Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background); Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed booking; Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid for entire Schengen area); Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation letter); and 6 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Lithuania?

At least 3 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.lt.mfa.lt/lt/uzsienio-saliu-pilieciams-vizos. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [lt.mfa.lt](https://www.lt.mfa.lt/lt/uzsienio-saliu-pilieciams-vizos)

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