Language
EnglishFull degrees taught in English
01 — Overview
Why Sri Lankan students choose Lithuania
The Baltic country we know second best — and the one with the deepest technology sector.
Lithuania is the largest of the three Baltic states, a member of the European Union, the eurozone and the Schengen area. Its universities have taught in English for decades, and Vilnius University — founded in 1579 — is one of the oldest in Northern Europe.
Vilnius has become one of the densest startup and fintech centres in Europe relative to its size, which matters if you are studying computing, business or engineering and want to work while you study. Postgraduate students may work full time, and graduates get a twelve-month permit to find work.
One practical difference from Latvia: the Lithuanian national visa for Sri Lankan applicants is not processed in Colombo. We handle that route for you, and we will tell you exactly what it involves before you commit.
- 01Six partner universities, from a 1579 research university to specialist business and sports institutes.
- 02Full-time work rights for master’s students — forty hours a week.
- 03EU-recognised qualifications under the Bologna framework and the ECTS credit system.
- 04A twelve-month job-search permit after you graduate.
- 05Dependents with full work rights for postgraduate students.
- 06Schengen mobility across twenty-nine countries on your residence permit.
- 07One of Europe’s strongest fintech and cyber-security sectors, concentrated in Vilnius.
- 08Among the lowest living costs in the eurozone, in two compact, walkable university cities.
02 — Institutions
The six universities we represent
Vilnius · Featured
Vilnius University
Founded in 1579 and one of the oldest universities in Northern Europe, with a UNESCO-listed campus in the heart of the old town and the broadest research profile in the country.
KaunasKaunas University of Technology
The largest technical university in the Baltic states, with strong links to Lithuanian industry across engineering, informatics and applied sciences.
- Kaunas
Vytautas Magnus University
A liberal arts university with an unusually flexible curriculum, letting students combine a major with a minor from another faculty.
- Vilnius
Vilnius Gediminas Technical University
Known as VILNIUS TECH. Engineering, architecture, transport and one of the region’s few aeronautical engineering programmes.
- Vilnius
ISM University of Management and Economics
Lithuania’s leading private business school, focused on management, economics and finance, with close ties to the Vilnius business community.
- Kaunas
Lithuanian Sports University
A specialist institution for sports science, coaching, physiotherapy and rehabilitation — a narrow field where a dedicated university is rare in Europe.
03 — At a glance
The facts, in one place
Capital
Vilnius
Language of instruction
English
Currency
Euro
Bachelor’s
3–4 years
Master’s
1–2 years
Credit system
ECTS · Bologna
Visa route
VFS Singapore
Dependents
PG — full work rights
Intakes
On enquiry
Work rights
What you are allowed to work
20
Hours a week during undergraduate study.
40
Hours a week for postgraduates — full time.
12
Months to look for work after you graduate.
Yes
Postgraduate dependents may join with full work rights.
04 — Entry
What Lithuania asks you for
Requirements vary by institution and by programme. These are the documents every file needs.
- Completed secondary education, or equivalent, for bachelor’s entry
- A recognised bachelor’s degree for master’s entry
- Academic transcripts, translated and attested
- Evidence of English proficiency
- Valid passport with sufficient remaining validity
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter
- Financial documentation for the residence permit
- Health insurance valid in Lithuania
Send us your transcripts
We will tell you what is missing and which programmes you qualify for.
05 — Costs
What a year in Lithuania actually costs
Lithuania sits alongside Latvia and Poland at the affordable end of the European Union.
Tuition varies widely by field, and each university sets its own fees. Living costs depend on the city, on whether you take university accommodation or a private flat, and on how much you cook. The residence permit carries its own financial requirement, set by the migration authority and reviewed periodically.
We prepare a written cost estimate for every student we work with. Tuition for your specific programme, realistic monthly costs for the city you will actually live in, the current requirement for the permit, and the scholarships you may be eligible for. Built around your circumstances rather than a generic table — and there is no charge for it.
06 — Living
Studying in Vilnius and Kaunas
Most international students are in Vilnius or Kaunas. Vilnius is the capital, with a UNESCO-listed old town of baroque courtyards and a modern business district across the river; Kaunas is the second city and the country’s technology and engineering hub, with a large student population of its own.
Both cities are small enough to cross on foot or by a single bus, and student accommodation is close to campus rather than an hour away. Lithuania is heavily forested, with the Curonian Spit and the Baltic coast a couple of hours from either city.
Winters are cold and dark, summers long and bright. English is widely spoken among younger Lithuanians and throughout the university system, and there is an established South Asian student community in both cities.
07 — Our work
What we handle for Lithuania
- 01University and programme selection
- 02Application filing and follow-up
- 03Statement of purpose guidance
- 04Document preparation and attestation
- 05Financial documentation review
- 06Scholarship search
- 07Residence permit filing at VFS Singapore
- 08Accommodation support in Vilnius
- 09Pre-departure briefing
- 10On-arrival registration support
08 — Questions
What students ask us
Can I study in Lithuania in English?
Yes. All six institutions we represent teach full degree programmes in English, across business, engineering, computing, humanities and sport science. You do not need Lithuanian to complete your degree.
Where is the Lithuanian student visa processed for Sri Lankans?
Through VFS Singapore rather than Colombo. It is an extra step compared with Latvia or the Netherlands, and it is one of the first things we walk you through — including timing, so it does not collide with your intake date.
Can I work while studying in Lithuania?
Yes. Undergraduates may work up to 20 hours a week during term. Postgraduates may work up to 40 hours — full time — which is among the most generous student allowances in the European Union.
Can I stay in Lithuania after I graduate?
Yes. Graduates can apply for a twelve-month permit to remain in Lithuania and look for work related to their qualification.
Can my spouse or family join me?
Postgraduate students can bring dependents, and those dependents receive full work rights. That is a meaningful advantage over Latvia, where dependents join only after studies conclude.
How does Lithuania compare with Latvia?
They are close on cost and identical on student work hours. Lithuania has more partner universities on our list and better dependent rights; Latvia has the simpler visa route, filed in Colombo. We will put the two side by side for your specific programme.
Are Lithuanian degrees recognised internationally?
Yes. Lithuania is part of the Bologna Process and uses the ECTS credit system, so qualifications are recognised across the European Higher Education Area and transfer readily for further study or professional registration.
Is Vilnius a good city for technology students?
It is one of the strongest in the region. Lithuania has built a large fintech licensing sector and a dense startup community, and several of our partner universities run programmes tied directly to it.
How much will it cost me in total?
That depends on the programme, the university and the city, and a generic figure would mislead you. We prepare a written estimate for each student — tuition, living costs, permit requirements and any scholarships you qualify for — at no charge. Request yours here.
Is Lithuania a safe place to study?
Yes. Lithuania is an EU member state with low violent crime, and both Vilnius and Kaunas are compact cities where students routinely walk and use public transport at night.
09 — News
News and student stories from Lithuania
- Aug 2026From Wayamba University to Vilnius TechStudent story · in Sinhala
- Aug 2026From Sacred Heart Convent to LithuaniaStudent story
- Sep 2026Hello, Lithuania: Sithari arrivesStudent story
- Sep 2026Hello, Lithuania: Dananjanee arrivesStudent story
- Sep 2026Studying in Europe at 45: Surangi’s storyStudent story · in Sinhala
- Apr 2026Lithuania, Europe’s affordable IT hubGuide · in Sinhala
- Aug 2026Latvia or Lithuania? How to chooseGuide
- Feb 2026Fully funded PhD positions in LithuaniaNews · in Sinhala
- Jan 2026Vilnius Tech: engineering, architecture and technologyNews · in Sinhala
- Jan 2026Lithuanian Sports UniversityNews · in Sinhala
- Sep 2025Lithuanian Sports University admissions guideEvent
- Feb 2026KTU Education Agents Day 2026Event
- Feb 2026Partner agency forum at Vytautas Magnus UniversityEvent
10 — Elsewhere
Fifteen other countries
🇱🇰 For Sri Lankan Students
Apply from Sri Lanka, hassle-free
Here is exactly what you need to qualify from Sri Lanka, and how Ahasa handles the entire process for you.
📝 Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s Degrees: You will need your G.C.E. O/Level and A/Level certificates. Universities in Lithuania generally require at least 3 passes at A/Levels.
Master’s Degrees: A recognized Bachelor’s degree from a Sri Lankan university.
Note: All academic documents must be certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Colombo. Our team will guide you on how to get this done quickly.
🗣️ English Proficiency
To study in Lithuania, IELTS (usually 5.5 – 6.5 overall) or PTE Academic are strongly recommended for a smooth visa approval. We will advise you on the exact score needed for your chosen university.
🛂 Visa Process
Sri Lankan students must apply for a student visa. Do not worry about the complex paperwork—we handle your university invitation and prepare you for your VFS Global appointment. We also prepare you for any online video interviews required by the embassy.
💡 Why Apply with Ahasa?
We are official university representatives in Sri Lanka. That means we do not charge any agency or consultation fees. You only pay your official university tuition and standard visa application costs.
