Certificate of Lithuanian descents

What Is a Certificate of Lithuanian Descent?

A certificate of Lithuanian descent shall be issued to persons of Lithuanian origin. It is a document usable as an evidence of Lithuanian origin of the person that facilitates accessibility to granting the citizenship of Lithuania according to the simplified procedure or issue a Permanent (Temporarily) Residence Permit.

Why Do You Need a Certificate of Lithuanian Descent?

If a person strives to be granted the citizenship of Lithuania according to the simplified procedure or issue a Permanent (Temporarily) Residence Permit on the base of his (her) Lithuanian origin, he (she) should prove to be of Lithuanian origin. If a person has a certificate of Lithuanian descent, the process of proving becomes considerably easier and the process of granting the citizenship of Lithuania or issue a Residence Permit becomes shorter.

How Long Is the Certificate of Lithuanian Descent Valid?

The period of validity of a certificate of Lithuanian descent is termless, so the person may use the advantages provided by the document in later periods as well.

Who Qualifies for a Certificate of Lithuanian Descent?

A person of Lithuanian descent is a person who believes to be a Lithuanian and declares the same in writing and whose parents and/or grandparents or at least one of them was of Lithuanian origin.

Documents Proving Lithuanian Descent

In the process of issuing a certificate of Lithuanian descent, documents certifying Lithuanian descent of the person are required, so the process should be started from collection of such documents. Documents certifying Lithuanian descent of a person are legal documents certifying that parents and/or grandparents of the person or at least one of them was of Lithuanian descent. 

These may include:

• Passports
• Birth certificates
• Marriage certificates
• Other legal documents proving Lithuanian ancestry

How to Apply for a Certificate of Lithuanian Descent?

On applying for issue a certificate of Lithuanian descent, the person shall submit the following documents:

1. The application;
2. The passport;
3. Two photos 40x60 mm;
4. The evidences of Lithuanian descent of the Applicant;
5. The declaration that the person believes to be Lithuanian;
6. The documents certifying the family connections;
7. A document evidencing the change of name or surname where such personal data have been changed.

Legalization and Translation of Documents: What You Need to Know

Documents issued in foreign countries must be:

• Translated into Lithuanian
• Legally certified (Apostille or legalization)
• Properly notarized copies submitted

Where to Submit Your Application?

A person shall submit the documents for issue a certificate of Lithuanian descent to:

• a diplomatic mission or a consular institution in a foreign state
• the Migration Department in Lithuania

Processing Time for a Certificate of Lithuanian Descent

According to Lithuanian legal norms, the duration of examination of the documents by the Migration Department shall be 6 months from the date of their submission.

How to Collect Your Certificate of Lithuanian Descent?

The applicant may take the certificate of Lithuanian descent at:

• the Migration Department
• the diplomatic mission or the consular institution of the foreign state

Benefits of Having a Certificate of Lithuanian Descent

• No expiration date – it remains valid indefinitely
• Easier and faster citizenship or residence permit application
• Official recognition of Lithuanian ancestry

Can I get free legal advice on Certificate of Lithuanian Descent?

Yes, to learn more about Certificate of Lithuanian Descent, the process of preparing and submitting documents to competent state institutions, or to order legal assistance, please contact us:

• Email: info@migration.lt 

• Phone: +37068563053

If you have any questions regarding Lithuanian citizenship or should you require more information or help, please contact us by e-mail: info@migration.lt or phone: + 370 6 1861886. We will gladly help you.