Baltic Capital Partners – EU Migration Rule Change Summary – 2025
A comprehensive, country-by-country summary of EU migration rule changes in 2025, with key residency and visa updates taking effect from January 2026.
January 22, 2026
Published 04 Sep 2025
What happens once my residency is approved?
Approval is just the beginning. Your new residency card grants you immediate visa-free travel across the Schengen Area and full rights within Lithuania.
Approval is just the beginning. Your new residency card grants you immediate visa-free travel across the Schengen Area and full rights within Lithuania.
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Application Process and Timeline
Once approved, you’ll receive your Lithuanian residency card, which grants:
- The right to live and work in Lithuania.
- Visa-free travel across all 27 Schengen countries.
- Access to Lithuania’s healthcare, education, and banking systems.
After residency issuance, we continue to support you with relocation assistance, housing guidance, school introductions, and even business setup if required.
Many clients appreciate that we stay involved long after the residency card is issued, ensuring they integrate smoothly into European life.
