The following steps are required for all foreigners with Lithuanian citizenship:
Why?
Foreign education must be recognized in Lithuania to meet the requirements of Lithuanian secondary education.
Where to apply?
The Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (SKVC): They will evaluate your education and issue a certificate confirming qualification equivalence.
Link: SKVC website
Required documents:
Deadline:
The procedure typically takes up to 30 calendar days.
Why?
If the study program is in Lithuanian, you must prove your Lithuanian language proficiency.
How?
Useful link: Vilnius University Faculty of Philolo
Why?
The entire application process for Lithuanian higher education institutions is done through the centralized LAMA BPO system.
Where?
Register on the LAMA BPO website and submit your application.
Required documents:
Deadlines:
Why?
To be admitted, you must meet the minimum requirements:
Averages:
Useful link: Minimum requirements
Why?
Some programs, especially in arts or pedagogy, require entrance exams or motivation assessments.
Where?
Information on entrance exams can be found on the website of the chosen university or college.
Link: Check the relevant admission department of the university or college.
Why?
After successful admission, you must sign an agreement with the chosen higher education institution.
How?
Electronically via the LAMA BPO system or directly at the university.
Deadline: Usually by the end of July or the beginning of August.
Useful Link: Signing study agreements
Why?
Although you have Lithuanian citizenship and do not need a visa, you should address housing matters.
How?
Search for student dormitories or private housing rental options.
Additional information:
When applying to Lithuanian higher education institutions, additional competitive points may be awarded for studying in certain Lithuanian schools abroad or for other achievements. Below is a list of schools and activities that qualify for additional points:
An additional 1 competitive point is awarded to Lithuanians abroad who:
An additional 0.25 point is awarded to individuals who have completed voluntary activities lasting no less than 3 months and possess relevant certificates, such as “Youthpass.”
Source: Vilnius City Municipality – Additional 0.25 Points for Long-Term Volunteering
Additional points are awarded for completing certain non-formal education schools, for example:
Source: How to Apply – Additional Points for Higher Education Admissio
The following steps are required for all foreigners without Lithuanian citizenship:
Why?
You need to obtain a document confirming your Lithuanian origin, which grants access to certain benefits and admission to Lithuanian higher education institutions.
Where to apply?
Documents:
Why?
Foreign secondary education documents must be evaluated in Lithuania to ensure qualification equivalence.
Where to apply?
Centre for Quality Assessment in Higher Education (SKVC)
Required documents:
Deadline:
The recognition procedure usually takes up to 30 day
Why?
If the study program is in Lithuanian, you must prove Lithuanian language proficiency.
Where to apply?
Alternative: If you studied in Lithuanian schools abroad, documents proving language skills might suffice.
Why?
The admission process to Lithuanian higher education institutions is centralized through LAMA BPO.
Where to apply?
LAMA BPO official website.
Deadlines:
Required documents:
Why?
Some study programs require special entrance exams (particularly in arts or pedagogy).
Where to apply?
Check requirements on the chosen university’s website.
Why?
After successful admission, you must sign an agreement with the chosen higher education institution.
Where?
Electronically via the LAMA BPO system or directly at the university’s admission office.
Deadline:
Usually signed by late July or August.
Why?
If you are not a citizen of Lithuania or an EU country, you must obtain a residence permit to study in Lithuania.
Where to apply?
Migration Department.
Required documents:
Additional information:
Extra admission points may be awarded for achievements, including:
When applying to Lithuanian higher education institutions, additional competitive points may be awarded for studying in certain Lithuanian schools abroad or for other achievements. Below is a list of schools and activities that qualify for additional points:
An additional 1 competitive point is awarded to Lithuanians abroad who:
An additional 0.25 point is awarded to individuals who have completed voluntary activities lasting no less than 3 months and possess relevant certificates, such as “Youthpass.”
Source: Vilnius City Municipality – Additional 0.25 Points for Long-Term Volunteering
Additional points are awarded for completing certain non-formal education schools, for example:
Source: How to Apply – Additional Points for Higher Education Admission