- Over 90,000 job vacancies in key industries such as logistics, construction, manufacturing, and transportation
- Average annual income: €14,000 – €17,000
- Average working hours: 40 hours/week
- Access to European healthcare and social insurance
- Safe and affordable living in cities like Vilnius, Kaunas, and Klaipėda
- Fast-growing EU economy with strong demand for skilled and unskilled workers
- High demand for foreign labour in trucking, warehousing, farming, and hospitality
- Legal employment contracts and access to long-term TRC (Temporary Residence Card)
- Smooth pathway to family reunification and EU mobility
- Support from the government and the private sector for integration and work readiness
- Lithuania is part of the Schengen Area, allowing free movement across 27 countries
- Type A (Standard Work Permit): For general employment with a Lithuanian company
- EU Blue Card: For highly qualified professionals (engineers, IT, healthcare)
- Seasonal Work Permit: For jobs in agriculture, tourism, or food processing
- Intra-Company Transfer Permit: For employment within a foreign company's Lithuanian branch
- Work Permit for Drivers: Popular category for CE truck drivers under long-term TRC
Temporary Residence and Work Permit
- Combining the right to live and work in Lithuania
- Usually granted for 1–2 years with the option to extend or convert to permanent residence.
- Requires a valid work contract and employer sponsorship
In-Demand Occupation Table – Lithuania
International Freight Truck Driver (Category CE) – Job Overview & Salary Structure
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Country/Nationality (Eligible to Apply) |
Category |
Occupation |
Eligible for Males |
Eligible for Females |
Age Requirement |
Netto Salary (EUR/month) |
Job Description Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Armenia Malaysia Singapore South Korea Thailand Taiwan Turkey Uzbekistan Vietnam Zimbabwe South Africa |
Skilled Workers |
Truck Driver |
Yes |
No |
21+ – 48 years |
From €85 per day(EUR/day) |
Responsible for driving and delivering goods safely, following assigned routes, inspecting the vehicle, loading/unloading if required, and completing basic paperwork. Must follow traffic rules and maintain safe driving: experience and a valid license are required. |
Occupation: International Freight Truck Driver (Category CE)
- Eligibility: Males only
- Minimum Age: 21+
- License Requirements: CE License + Code 95
- Experience: Minimum 1 year preferred
- Work Region: EU routes
- Accommodation: Provided by employer
- Training: Included
- Advance Payment: €150 per week
- Daily Salary for Experienced Drivers: From €85 per day
- Daily Salary for First 2 Months: €60 per day (then increases based on performance)
- Final Salary Terms: Salary depends on experience, driving skills, and responsibilities
Training & Costs (If the Driver Does Not Have EU CE or Code 95)A test drive in Lithuania may be required to assess skill
- Driving school lessons: €70 per session (if needed)
- Code 95 short course: €600 (for drivers with a CE license)
- Code 95 long course: €800 (mandatory if Category C issued after 10.09.2009)
- Internship period: 1–2 weeks after Code 95 training
Worker at the meat production plant in Utena (Lithuania)
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Country/Nationality (Eligible to Apply) |
Category |
Occupation |
Eligible for Males |
Eligible for Females |
Age Requirement |
Netto Salary (EUR/month) |
Job Description Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Armenia Malaysia Singapore South Korea Thailand Taiwan Turkey Uzbekistan Vietnam Zimbabwe South Africa |
Skilled Workers |
Meat production plan |
Yes |
Yes |
21+ – 48 years |
Salary – from 4.4 euros per hour after tax. The average monthly wage is 730 euros (for 168 working hours). |
A meat production plant is a food-processing facility where animals such as beef, chicken, and lamb are prepared, cut, packaged, and distributed for sale. The primary purpose of the plant is to produce meat safely, hygienically, and efficiently for supermarkets, restaurants, and export markets. |
Work at a factory producing meat, sausages, hot dogs and other meat products.
Briefly about the basics
- Salary – from 4.4 euros per hour after tax. The average monthly wage is 730 euros per month (for 168 working hours).
- Work 11 hours per shift;
- Official employment;
- Free accommodation;
- Utena (Lithuania).
Salary
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Salary – from 4.4 euros per hour after tax. The average monthly wage is 730 euros per month (for 168 working hours).
Job schedule
- Shifts of 11 hours;
- Depending on the process, the following shifts may be available: 4 days on, 4 days off (6:00-19:00 or 7:00-20:00), 3 days on, 3 days off (8:00-21:00), 2 day shifts 2 night shifts 2 days off (7:00-20:00 and 19:00-5:00), 3 days on, 3 days off (8:00-21:00).
Responsibilities
- meat processing, separating meat from bone;
- deboning pork or beef carcasses;
- cutting out small bones, fat, skin and tendons;
- slaughter: a woman from a couple can go to work on packaging.
Accommodation
- provided by the employer *free of charge*;
- workers live in houses or apartments.
- Good conditions, 2-3 people live in a room.
- There is everything necessary for life and recreation, including Wi-Fi and a refrigerator.
- married couples live together (2 couples per room);
- housing within walking distance from the plant.
Additional conditions
- Clothing: a complete set is provided, depending on the process.
- Temperature: depending on the process, from +2 to +10 degrees.
Location
- Utena (Lithuania).
Requirements:
- Qualification diploma/certificate (butcher, butcher-cook, equipment operator).
- Work experience certificate (min. 1 year in the last 3 years).
- Certificate of no criminal record.
- Medical fitness certificate for working in a food-processing environment.
- All documents must be translated into English or Lithuanian and stamped.
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- International Passport (valid, clear scan – bio page only)
- Driver’s License – Both front and back sides
- Certificate of No Criminal Record – Must be apostilled (valid within the last 6 months)
- Truck Driver Experience Certificate – Minimum 1 year of experience, issued by employer, in any driving category (on company letterhead, signed and stamped)
Invitation/Mediation Letter
- Processing Time: Up to 60 calendar days (approx. 2 months)
Lithuania Work-Based TRC (Temporary Residence Card) Processing Time
- Processing Time: 30 to 90 calendar days
- Applies to most applicants with a regular employer (not certified)
- Time starts after the complete application and biometrics submission in Lithuania
Lithuania Work Permit & TRC – Transparent Pricing Plan
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Step No. |
Process |
Details |
Payment Details |
|---|---|---|---|
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1 |
Sign Agreement |
Enter a service agreement to begin your Lithuania work and residence permit process. |
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2 |
Eligibility Check |
Assess your eligibility based on nationality, skills, and job criteria. |
Included in pre-payment |
|
3 |
Document Collection |
Submit passport, CV, qualifications, and required documents. |
Included in pre-payment |
|
4 |
Initial Payment |
Starts your process – employer matching + document preparation. |
€1,200 (Pre-Payment) |
|
5 |
Job Matching |
We match you with a certified Lithuanian employer. |
Included in pre-payment |
|
6 |
Work Permit / Mediation Letter Filing |
Employer submits your application to the Lithuanian Migration Department. |
Included in pre-payment |
|
7 |
Application Updates |
Receive regular status updates on your case. |
Included in pre-payment |
|
8 |
Second Payment |
After your work permit/invitation (mediation letter) is officially approved. |
€1,500 |
|
9 |
Courier Dispatch |
Approved documents will be sent via DHL to your address, if required. |
Included in the second payment |
|
10 |
Visa Appointment Booking |
Support with scheduling a D-type visa appointment at VFS or the Lithuanian Embassy. |
Included in the second payment |
|
11 |
Visa File Review & Mock Interview |
Assistance with documents and a mock session before submission. |
Included in the second payment |
|
12 |
Visa Rejection Assistance (if needed) |
Help with appeal or reapplication in case of rejection. |
Included in the second payment |
|
13 |
Final Payment |
Paid after the TRC (Temporary Residence Card) is approved and before travel. |
€1,200 |
|
14 |
Pre-Departure Checklist |
Final checklist for documents, travel, and TRC appointment in Lithuania. |
Included in the final payment |
|
15 |
Airport Assistance |
Pickup and initial welcome upon arrival in Lithuania. |
Included in the final payment |
|
16 |
Accommodation Support |
Temporary stay + help finding long-term accommodation. |
Included in the final payment |
|
17 |
SIM, Bank Account, Tax ID Setup |
Complete help with local setup: mobile, bank, and VMI tax number. |
Included in the final payment |
|
18 |
Local Registration & TRC Card |
Personal assistance at the Migration Department to complete the TRC procedure. |
Included in the final payment |
|
19 |
Cultural Guidance |
Tips to settle in and understand Lithuanian customs and lifestyle. |
Included in the final payment |
|
20 |
Start Work |
Begin your new job legally with full relocation support. |
Included in the final payment |