--- title: Lithuania visa for citizens of Senegal description: Citizens of Senegal need a visa for Lithuania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps. canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/lithuania/senegal lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Lithuania visa for citizens of Senegal Citizens of Senegal 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.* ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (C) · Short Stay (up to 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Approximately €30-50 per day of stay; must be evidenced by bank statements or cash. ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type** — Identify whether you need a short-stay Schengen visa (C) or a long-stay national visa (D). For tourism/business, choose C. 2. **Complete visa application form** — Fill the online application form on the official VFS Global platform or Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs e-consular system. 3. **Gather required documents** — Collect all mandatory and supporting documents as listed above. 4. **Schedule an appointment** — Book an appointment at the nearest Lithuanian Visa Application Centre (VFS Global) in Dakar, Senegal. 5. **Attend appointment and submit biometrics** — Visit the centre in person to submit your application, fingerprints, and photograph. 6. **Pay visa fees** — Pay the government visa fee (€80 for adults) and any service charge (approximately €25) at the centre. 7. **Wait for processing** — The standard processing time is 15 calendar days, which may be extended to 45 days in specific cases. 8. **Track application status** — Use the tracking number provided at submission to follow your application online. 9. **Collect passport** — Once notified, collect your passport from the visa centre. Courier delivery may be available for an additional fee. 10. **Travel with visa** — Ensure you carry all supporting documents during travel. Adhere to the visa validity and entry conditions. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 3 months validity beyond planned departure from Schengen area, at least two blank pages)** (Identity) - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Available online at VFS Global or Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. - **Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Identity) - **Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid throughout Schengen area)** (Travel) - **Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary** (Travel): Not a paid ticket; but proof of booking is required. - **Accommodation proof (hotel booking, tour voucher, or invitation letter from host)** (Travel) - **Recent bank statements (last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds)** (Financial) - **Employment letter or proof of occupation (if employed, student, self-employed, or retired)** (Employment): Must include salary, position, and approval of leave. - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional) - **Travel itinerary or detailed plan of stay** (Travel, optional) - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, if applicable)** (Supporting, optional) ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of approximately €30-50 per day of stay - Bank statements (last 3-6 months) - Sponsorship letter (if applicable) with sponsor's bank statements - Cash - Credit card statements (if accepted) The exact amount depends on the length and type of stay. The embassy may request additional proof. ## Good to know - A visa does not guarantee entry; border guards will re-check documents upon arrival. - Overstaying a Schengen visa may lead to bans and difficulties in future visa applications. - Visa fees are non-refundable even if the application is rejected. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient financial means for the stay** — Provide clear evidence of sufficient funds, e.g., recent bank statements with regular income, credit cards, or a sponsor letter. - **Missing or incorrect documents** — Double-check the checklist provided by VFS Global and ensure all documents are complete and true copies. - **Invalid travel medical insurance** — Purchase insurance that covers the Schengen area for at least €30,000, including medical repatriation and emergency evacuation. - **Previous overstay or violation of visa rules** — Ensure compliance with all previous visa conditions; if there were issues, provide a written explanation and supporting evidence. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Senegal need a visa for Lithuania? Citizens of Senegal need a visa for Lithuania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (C) · Short Stay (up to 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Senegal stay in Lithuania? Up to 90 days. ### What documents do citizens of Senegal need for Lithuania? Valid passport (with at least 3 months validity beyond planned departure from Schengen area, at least two blank pages); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background); Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid throughout Schengen area); Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary; Accommodation proof (hotel booking, tour voucher, or invitation letter from host); and 5 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Lithuania? At least 3 months. ## More - [Lithuania visa for every passport](/visa/lithuania) - [Every destination for Senegal passport holders](/visa/passport/senegal)