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Lithuanian passport. Order of issuing and deadlines
Lithuanian passport. Order of issuing and deadlines
Lithuanian passports and identity cards are issued at the Migration Department in Lithuania or at Lithuanian consulates abroad. In 2026, the cost of issuing a Lithuanian passport ranges from €50 (standard) to €200 (urgent), while identity cards range from €10 to €100, depending on the chosen issuing deadline. Documents can be issued according to the following deadlines: 1 month (standard), 5 working days (expedited), or 1 working day (urgent). A 50% state fee discount applies to minors and pension-age individuals.
The Lithuanian passport is one of the most important personal documents, confirming both Lithuanian citizenship and identity. This article provides updated information for 2026 on the issuance of passports and identity cards (ID cards), including deadlines, applicable state fees, and the possibility of obtaining documents both in Lithuania and abroad. You will also learn about expedited services and available discounts.
Quick Overview of Lithuanian Passport and and ID Card Issuance (2026)
Lithuanian citizens can obtain a passport or identity card according to the following order of issuing:
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Standard procedure – within 1 month
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Expedited service – within 5 working days
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Urgent service – within 1 working day
State fees (2026):
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Passport: €50 (standard), €100 (expedited, 5 working days), €200 (urgent, 1 working day)
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Identity card: €10 (standard), €60 (expedited, 5 working days), €100 (urgent, 1 working day)
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50% discount applies to minors and pension-age individuals
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Applications are accepted at Migration department offices in Lithuania or Lithuanian consulates abroad.
Official fees for Lithuanian passports and identity cards can be checked on the Migration Department website – Lithuanian Passport Fees.
What Is a Lithuanian Passport?
A Lithuanian passport is a personal document confirming the holder’s Lithuanian citizenship. Both the passport and identity card contain essential personal information, including full name, date of birth, gender, personal identification number, and citizenship. Each document has a unique number to verify authenticity. All entries in a Lithuanian passport are in Lithuanian, English, and French.
Who Must Apply for a Lithuanian Passport?
All individuals aged 16 or older who reside in Lithuania must have a valid passport or identity card. Upon request, passports and ID cards may also be issued to persons under 16.
In such cases, the application must be submitted by one of the parents (or guardians). If the application is submitted on behalf of a child older than 1 year, the child must also participate in the application process.
Validity of Lithuanian Identity Documents
Identity documents are issued for the following periods:
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Up to 5 years old: maximum 2 years
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5 to 16 years old: up to 5 years
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16 to 75 years old: 10 years
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75 years and older: 20 years
A Lithuanian citizen can apply for a passport or ID card at any Migration Department office, regardless of their registered place of residence.
Obtaining a Lithuanian Passport While Living Abroad
Lithuanian citizens living abroad must apply for a passport or identity card at the nearest Lithuanian embassy or consulate. It is also possible to travel to Lithuania and submit an application at the Migration Department.
Abroad, only the standard issuing deadline is usually available (no expedited services).
Replacing a Lithuanian Passport or Identity Card
To replace a passport or ID card (expired, lost, damaged, or with updated personal data), the old document must be submitted to the Migration Department or consulate. After processing, the old document is either returned or destroyed according to official procedures.
What to Do If a Lithuanian Passport or ID Card Is Lost?
If a document is lost, it must be reported immediately to:
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the police;
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the Migration Department;
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a Lithuanian embassy or consulate (if abroad).
It is also possible to submit a report via the Electronic Services System. Once the report is received, the document is declared invalid.
Lithuanian Passport Issuance Deadlines and Fees (2026)
📅 Issuance Deadlines
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Standard: within 1 month
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Expedited: within 5 working days
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Urgent: within 1 working day (if application is submitted by 12:00 in Vilnius or by 9:00 in other cities)
Note: If submitted later, the document can be collected the following working day after 11:00 at the Vilnius Migration Department (Vytenio St. 18).
💶 State Fees for Lithuanian Passport
| Document | Standard (1 month) | Expedited (5 working days) | Urgent (1 working day) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithuanian Passport | €50 | €100 | €200 |
Discounts: 50% for minors and pension-age individuals.
Lithuanian Identity Card Issuance Deadlines and Fees (2026)
📅 Issuance Deadlines
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Standard: within 1 month
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Expedited: within 5 working days
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Urgent: within 1 working day
💶 State Fees for Identity Card
| Document | Standard (1 month) | Expedited (5 working days) | Urgent (1 working day) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity Card | €10 | €60 | €100 |
Discounts: 50% for minors and pension-age individuals.
Information is based on the fees applied by the Migration Department and current practice. Fees are set by the Government of the Republic of Lithuania and may be subject to change.