Open a company in Lithuania — registered in days, fully remote
Opening a company in Lithuania takes 1–3 business days once your documents are signed. A private limited company (UAB) requires €1,000 minimum share capital; a small partnership (MB) requires none. Foreign citizens can own 100% of a Lithuanian company and can complete the whole registration remotely — by qualified e-signature or power of attorney.
- registration at the Centre of Registers
- 1–3 days
- minimum UAB share capital — stays in your company
- €1,000
- foreign ownership permitted, any nationality
- 100%
- corporate tax for the first 2 years (new small companies, 2026 rule)
- 0%
Start today — free consultation
Fixed fees: UAB from €229 · MB from €199. Answered by corporate lawyers in English, Russian, or Lithuanian.
- 17%
- standard corporate income tax (2026)
- 7%
- small-company rate: ≤10 employees, income under €300k
- 0% × 2 yrs
- tax holiday for newly registered small companies
- €60,000
- VAT registration threshold from 2026 (was €45,000)
- €30.83
- state registration fee at the Centre of Registers
- EU + euro
- EU member since 2004, eurozone since 2015
What we handle
One team for the company, the numbers, and the paperwork after
Formation is the first step, not the whole job. The same Vilnius-based team of corporate lawyers and accountants that registers your company also runs its accounting, answers tax questions, and handles migration paperwork — in English, Russian, or Lithuanian.
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from €229
UAB formation
A UAB is the Lithuanian private limited company — the standard choice for foreign founders. We prepare the documents, file the beneficial-owner registers, and register it in 1–3 business days.
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from €199
MB formation
An MB (small partnership) has no minimum capital and lighter accounting. It suits freelancers and small owner-run businesses that want the lowest running costs.
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from €349
Ready-made company
Need to start immediately? Buy an existing, clean UAB. The company is operational from the moment the share transfer is signed.
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on request
Registered address in Vilnius
Every Lithuanian company needs a registered office. If you have no address in Lithuania, we provide one in Vilnius.
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monthly, by volume
Accounting & tax
Lithuanian companies must keep accounts and file annual statements. Our accountants take that over from day one, and advise on VAT and corporate-tax questions in plain English.
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on request
Residence permits
Migration paperwork is part of our daily work — business visas and temporary residence permits on business grounds, handled alongside your company.
How it works
How to open a company in Lithuania — five steps, about a week
Company registration in Lithuania follows a fixed sequence: documents, signatures, capital, registry. Here is the whole process with realistic timing — the Centre of Registers itself takes 1–3 business days at the final step.
- 1 Day 0
Tell us about your plans
Call, write, or send the form — we reply within 30 minutes during business hours. We confirm whether a UAB or an MB fits you better and check that your company name is available.
- 2 Day 1
We prepare every document
Articles of association, the founding act, and the mandatory beneficial-owner filings (JADIS and JANGIS). Translations included where needed.
- 3 Days 1–2
You sign — remotely or in Vilnius
With a qualified e-signature you sign fully online. Without one, you sign a power of attorney at a notary in your country and we handle everything in Lithuania.
- 4 Day 2
Share capital deposit (UAB only)
The €1,000 minimum share capital goes into an accumulative bank account. It is not a fee — after registration it becomes your company’s working capital. An MB skips this step entirely.
- 5 Days 3–5
Your company is registered
The Centre of Registers registers the company in 1–3 business days. You receive the company code and registry extract; we then help with the permanent bank account and tax registrations.
Choose the right form
UAB or MB — which Lithuanian company should a foreigner choose?
A UAB is Lithuania’s private limited company; an MB is a lighter “small partnership”. Most foreign founders choose a UAB — it accepts corporate shareholders, supports hiring and investors, and is the form banks know best. An MB wins when you want zero capital requirement and minimal admin. Both are 100% open to foreigners and pay the same corporate tax rates.
| UAB — private limited company | MB — small partnership | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum capital | €1,000 (stays in the company) | None |
| Owners | 1–249 shareholders; individuals or companies | 1–10 members; individuals only |
| Liability | Limited to the company’s assets | Limited to the company’s assets |
| Management | Director required (can be the sole shareholder) | A member manages under a civil agreement |
| Accounting | Full double-entry, annual financial statements | Simpler; annual statements still required |
| Corporate tax | Same rates: 17% / 7% / 0% first 2 years | Same rates: 17% / 7% / 0% first 2 years |
| Best for | Hiring, investors, holding structures, residence-permit plans | Freelancers and small owner-run businesses |
| Foreign ownership | 100% allowed, no residency requirement | 100% allowed, no residency requirement |
Not sure? Describe your plans in one sentence — we’ll tell you which form fits and why, before you pay anything. Ask us.
Transparent costs
What company registration in Lithuania actually costs
The official cost of registering a company in Lithuania is small: the state fee is €30.83. The €1,000 UAB share capital is not a cost at all — it stays in your company as working capital. The rest is the service fee, which we fix and quote upfront.
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| State registration fee (Centre of Registers) | €30.83 | Official fee, paid once. |
| UAB share capital | €1,000 | Deposited before registration; becomes your company’s working capital. Not charged for an MB. |
| Notary | €0 on the e-signature route | Notary fees apply only on the power-of-attorney route and depend on your country’s notary. |
| Registered address in Vilnius | Available | Provided if you have no Lithuanian address. |
| Formation service fee | UAB from €229 · MB from €199 | E-signature route with standard articles. Ready-made UAB from €349. The power-of-attorney route is quoted upfront — notary and translation costs vary by country. Always a fixed price before you commit. |
Figures verified at the Centre of Registers, 5 August 2026.
Taxes, year-labelled
Lithuanian company taxes in 2026 — what changed on 1 January
Lithuania raised its corporate income tax from 16% to 17% on 1 January 2026, and the small-company rate from 6% to 7%. Two changes favour new founders: the 0% tax holiday for newly registered small companies was extended from one year to two, and the VAT registration threshold rose from €45,000 to €60,000. Many pages online still show the old rates — always check the year a figure belongs to.
| Tax | 2025 | 2026 current |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate income tax — standard | 16% | 17% |
| Corporate income tax — small company (≤10 employees, income < €300,000) | 6% | 7% |
| New small company tax holiday | 0% — first year | 0% — first two years |
| VAT — standard rate | 21% | 21% |
| VAT registration threshold | €45,000 | €60,000 |
Rates verified against the State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) and the 2026 tax-reform legislation, 5 August 2026. Dividend, payroll, and personal taxes depend on your situation — we cover them in the first consultation.
Fully remote
Open a Lithuanian company online — two routes
You never need to travel to Lithuania. Which route you take depends on one thing: whether you hold a qualified electronic signature recognised in the EU (eIDAS).
- With an e-signature (Smart-ID, an EU national eID, or similar): every document is signed online and no notary is involved — the cheapest and fastest route.
- Without one: you sign a power of attorney at a notary in your own country; we prepare, sign, and file everything in Vilnius on your behalf.
Residence
Does a company give you a residence permit?
Not automatically. A temporary residence permit on business grounds becomes available once the company has operated for at least 6 months and meets the 2026 thresholds: at least €28,000 in equity (of which €14,000 invested by you), a director or shareholder role with at least 1/3 of shares, and three full-time local employees. The permit is granted for two years and is renewable.
Unlike most formation agents, migration paperwork is part of our daily work — we plan the company setup with the permit in mind from day one.
Banking
Opening the business bank account
The capital-deposit (accumulative) account is opened during formation. For everyday banking, EU-licensed fintechs — Paysera, Revolut Business, Wise Business — onboard Lithuanian companies remotely and suit most foreign founders. Traditional banks (SEB, Swedbank, Luminor) may ask for an in-person meeting.
Approval always rests with each institution’s compliance checks — no honest provider can promise an account. We prepare the application so it has the best possible chance.
Requirements
What you need to register a company in Lithuania
The list is short. To open a company in Lithuania a foreign founder needs a passport, a company name, a Lithuanian registered address, and a way to sign — that’s the core of it. Everything on this list is something we either check, prepare, or provide.
- Company name — we check availability at the Centre of Registers before filing
- Passport copy of each founder (and director, if different)
- Registered office address in Lithuania — we provide one in Vilnius if needed
- Planned activity description — a sentence is enough, we map it to the official codes
- Share capital plan (UAB: €1,000 minimum; MB: none)
- Contact details: phone and email
- For remote formation: a qualified e-signature, or a notarised power of attorney
Questions founders ask
Company formation in Lithuania — FAQ
How much does it cost to register a company in Lithuania?
The state registration fee is €30.83. A UAB additionally requires €1,000 of share capital, which stays in your company as working capital rather than being a cost. An MB has no capital requirement. Our formation fee starts at €229 for a UAB and €199 for an MB on the e-signature route with standard articles; a ready-made UAB starts at €349. Whatever the route, you get one fixed price before you commit.
How long does company registration take in Lithuania?
The Centre of Registers registers a company in 1–3 business days once the signed documents are filed. End to end — from first call to a registered company — a typical formation takes about one week.
Can a foreigner open a company in Lithuania?
Yes. Lithuania allows 100% foreign ownership of a UAB or MB for any nationality, EU or non-EU. Neither shareholders nor the director need to live in Lithuania.
Can I open a Lithuanian company online, without visiting?
Yes. With a qualified electronic signature recognised in the EU (eIDAS), the whole formation is completed online. Without one, you sign a notarised power of attorney in your own country and we complete every step in Lithuania — you never need to travel.
What is a UAB?
UAB (uždaroji akcinė bendrovė) is the Lithuanian private limited company — the equivalent of a German GmbH, a UK Ltd, or a US LLC. It requires €1,000 minimum share capital, limits the owners’ liability to the company’s assets, and can be 100% foreign-owned.
Should I choose a UAB or an MB?
Most foreign founders choose a UAB: it accepts corporate shareholders, supports hiring and investors, and is the form banks and partners know best. An MB suits freelancers and small owner-run businesses that want no capital requirement and lighter accounting.
Does a Lithuanian company give me a residence permit?
Not automatically. A temporary residence permit on business grounds becomes available after the company has operated for at least 6 months and meets thresholds including €28,000 in equity (at least €14,000 invested by you), a management role with at least 1/3 of shares, and three full-time local employees. We handle the migration paperwork when you are ready.
Does Lithuania tax foreign income?
A company registered in Lithuania is a Lithuanian tax resident and pays corporate income tax on its worldwide profits, with relief available under Lithuania’s double-taxation treaties. Your personal tax position depends on where you are tax resident — we walk through it in the first consultation.
Can I open a business bank account remotely?
Usually yes. EU-licensed fintechs such as Paysera, Revolut Business, and Wise Business onboard Lithuanian companies remotely, and the capital-deposit (accumulative) account is opened during formation. Traditional banks such as SEB, Swedbank, and Luminor may ask for an in-person meeting; the decision always rests with the institution’s compliance checks.
Do I need an accountant in Lithuania?
Yes — every Lithuanian company must keep accounting records and file annual financial statements, even with zero activity. We provide English-speaking accounting from day one so this never becomes your problem.
Is Lithuania a good EU country to start a company in?
Lithuania is one of the fastest and cheapest EU jurisdictions to incorporate in: a €30.83 state fee, €1,000 minimum capital, registration in 1–3 business days, a 0% corporate-tax holiday for the first two years for new small companies, and full EU + eurozone membership.
Can I buy a ready-made company instead?
Yes. We sell clean, never-traded UABs with documents in order. The company is operational from the moment the share transfer is signed — the fastest route when you need a company code this week.
Let’s start
Tell us about your company — get a fixed quote today
One message is enough to get moving: what the business does, how many founders, and whether you hold an EU-recognised e-signature. We reply within 30 minutes during business hours with a fixed price and the exact document list for your case.
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Our accuracy promise: every figure on this page — fees, capital, tax rates, timelines — was verified against primary sources (the Centre of Registers, the State Tax Inspectorate, the Migration Department) on 5 August 2026. When a rule changes, the page and this date change with it.