Lithuania Schengen Visa (Type C) — short stays up to 90 days in the 29-state Schengen Areafor 🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire citizens travelling to 🇱🇹 Lithuania
Côte d'Ivoire citizens are required to obtain a Lithuania Schengen Visa (Type C) — short stays up to 90 days in the 29-state Schengen Area before travelling to Lithuania. You must submit a formal application at the Lithuania embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
📋Required Documents11
- ✓Biometrics (fingerprints) at submission
At the Lithuanian mission or VFS/partner centre. Reused from any Schengen application within the last 59 months; lodge with Lithuania only if it is your main destination.
- ✓Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- ✓Employment letter with approved leave and last 3 months’ payslips
Or proof of studies / business registration for non-employees.
- ✓Evidence of ties to your home country
Employment, property or family ties supporting return intention.
- ✓Passport issued within the last 10 years, valid 3 months beyond departure, with 2 blank pages
- ✓Proof of accommodation for the entire stay
- ✓Proof of sufficient means
At the consulate’s published daily reference rate.
- ✓Round-trip flight reservation and travel itinerary
- ✓Schengen-specification photo (35×45 mm, white background, within 6 months)
- ✓Schengen visa fee payment (EUR 90; children 6–11 EUR 45)
- ✓Travel medical insurance covering EUR 30,000 across all Schengen states
ℹ️What to Expect
To apply for a Lithuania Schengen Visa (Type C) — short stays up to 90 days in the 29-state Schengen Area, book an appointment at the nearest Lithuania embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 15 days. The government fee is EUR 90.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Lithuania embassy or official government website before booking travel.
🌐Why Côte d'Ivoire passport holders need a visa for Lithuania
Côte d'Ivoire citizens require a visa to enter Lithuania based on the current immigration requirements set by Lithuania's government. Côte d'Ivoire passport holders must apply through the Lithuania embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.
Schengen Area Visa
A Schengen C visa issued here is also valid for travel to all 29 member states.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
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