Retirement & Benefits Guide
Retirement visas, pensions, and healthcare for retirees in Lithuania
Retirement Visa Program
No dedicated retirement or passive income visa exists in Lithuania. Expats can apply for a temporary residence permit based on sufficient funds or family reunification, renewable up to permanent residency after 5 years.
Pension System
Three-pillar system: PAYG state pension (Pillar I), mandatory funded pension for under-40s (Pillar II with 3% employee + 1.5% state contributions), and voluntary Pillar III. Retirement age rising to 65 by 2026; requires 15 years minimum contributions, full at 34-35 years.
Pension Adequacy
Basic pension €152.92/month plus earnings-related component based on points; replacement rates moderate (40-60% estimated), with supplementary funded pensions needed for adequacy. Poverty risks persist without full contributions.
Healthcare Access
Universal public healthcare via Compulsory Health Insurance Fund available to legal residents after registration. Quality improving with modern facilities in cities; private options supplement for faster access, low costs for retirees.
Cost of Living
Retiree Community
Senior Benefits
Tax Benefits for Retirees
Standard tax rates apply to foreign pensions and income; worldwide income taxed progressively up to 32%, with deductions for private pension contributions. No special retiree tax exemptions or NHR-like programs.
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