Dmitri Mihhailov
Managing Partner
Founder of Prifinance. 15+ years structuring international companies, banking and licensing for founders worldwide.
Register a company in Lithuania
- fintech access to SEPA and the EU market.Company registration in Lithuania gives you a remotely established UAB with €1,000 of capital, registration within 3-7 business days and a 16% corporate tax rate, reduced to 6% for qualifying small companies. Lithuania is particularly strong in fintech: the Bank of Lithuania licenses EMIs and PIs, while CENTROlink gives licensed firms direct access to SEPA. For non-resident owners, banking often starts with a local EMI rather than a traditional bank.
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Lithuania · at a glance
Legal formUAB · LLC
Time to set up3-7 business days
Corporate tax16% · small 6%
Fintech licensingEMI / PI hub
Minimum capital€1,000
Remote setupYes - e-signature / POA
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Lithuania in brief
A small country with one of the EU’s strongest fintech infrastructures.
Lithuania deliberately built its position as a fintech gateway to Europe. The Bank of Lithuania licenses EMIs and payment institutions faster and more pragmatically than many other EU regulators, maintains one of the largest pools of these licences in the union after Brexit and operates CENTROlink - direct access to SEPA through the central bank itself. Revolut also chose Lithuania for its European base. At the same time, an ordinary company in Lithuania remains relatively straightforward: a UAB registers within days with €1,000 of capital, corporate tax is 16%, qualifying small companies pay 6%, and eligible new businesses may apply 0% in their first year.
There are trade-offs. Since 2025, the standard rate has increased to 16% and the small-company rate to 6%. Commercial banks such as SEB and Swedbank are cautious with non-resident-owned companies, although Lithuania’s deep EMI sector reduces the practical impact. The domestic market is only 2.8 million people, so founders usually open a business in Lithuania for fintech licensing, SEPA infrastructure, IT talent or Baltic operations rather than for local demand alone.
Packages & pricing
Company registration in Lithuania - cost and packages.
01 - UAB · UŽDAROJI AKCINĖ BENDROVĖ
Company
from€1,490EUR · all-in
Remote company formation in Lithuania includes founding documents, filing with the Register of Legal Entities, tax and VAT registration and the first year of the registered address.
✓Company name check and founding documents✓Register filing - e-signature or POA✓State fees included✓Registered address in Vilnius - first year✓Tax and VAT (PVM) registration✓Free pre-incorporation consultation
Optional add-ons: initial EMI / PI licence assessment - free · accounting and preparation of annual financial statements - from €150/month · annual renewal - from €1,400/year.
Start with Company →02 - UAB · UŽDAROJI AKCINĖ BENDROVĖ
Most popularCompany + Bank Account
from€2,490EUR · all-in
A working UAB with an account: a Lithuanian EMI can usually be activated within days, while commercial-bank onboarding proceeds where the company’s activity and substance support it.
✓Everything in Company✓Account with a Lithuanian EMI or bank - primarily EUR✓Account application and KYC file preparation✓Introduction to 2-3 suitable institutions✓Compliance onboarding support✓Dedicated account manager
Start with Banking →These are starting prices; the final quote is confirmed before work begins. Register and notary fees are itemised separately, while licensing projects are scoped individually.
What you can do
Popular reasons to open a company in Lithuania.
A UAB can conduct almost any lawful business. Financial services require Bank of Lithuania authorisation, so a financial licence in Lithuania is handled as a separate regulated project.
Fintech & paymentslicensed
EMI and PI licences with CENTROlink access to SEPA are one of the main reasons payment businesses choose Vilnius.
IT & development
Engineering teams in Vilnius and Kaunas combine Baltic operating costs with EU regulation and euro invoicing.
Crypto & MiCAlicensed
CASP authorisation under the EU framework through a regulator with an established fintech ecosystem.
Baltic operations
Trade, logistics and services across the three Baltic states through one EU structure.
Manufacturing & lasers
Lithuania’s precision-manufacturing and laser industries serve international markets.
Shared services
Back-office and support hubs used by Nordic and international companies.
Why Lithuania
Key advantages of the jurisdiction.
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Fintech regulator
The Bank of Lithuania has built a mature EMI and PI licensing process, helping Lithuania become one of the EU’s leading fintech hubs.
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CENTROlink
Licensed EMIs and PIs can access SEPA directly through the central bank without relying entirely on commercial-bank payment rails.
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6% for small companies
Businesses with fewer than 10 employees and up to €300,000 in revenue may qualify for the 6% rate, while eligible new companies can receive 0% in the first year.
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€1,000 and registration in days
Minimum UAB capital is €1,000, and the Register of Legal Entities works electronically.
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Euro + EU + Schengen
Full access to the European market combined with Baltic operating costs.
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Fintech talent
Lithuania has developed a substantial pool of developers, AML specialists and compliance professionals.
How it compares
Lithuania alongside the main Baltic alternatives.
Estonia focuses on digital administration and tax deferral, Latvia keeps its 20/80 distribution model, and Poland offers greater market scale. Lithuania’s main advantage is licensing: fintech regulation, SEPA infrastructure and access to specialist talent distinguish Vilnius from neighbouring jurisdictions. Figures current as of 2026.
| Country | Corporate tax | Fintech licensing | Signature edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithuania | 16% · small 6% | EMI/PI hub · CENTROlink | The licence machine |
| Estonia | 0% / 22% distrib. | Moderate | E-residency · deferral |
| Latvia | 0% / 20% distrib. | Moderate | Deferral at 20/80 |
| Poland | 19% · 9% small | Slower | Scale of the market |
| Ireland | 12.5% | Strong, pricier | English + EU |
LithuaniaThe licence machine
Corporate tax16% · small 6%
Fintech licensingEMI/PI hub · CENTROlink
EstoniaE-residency · deferral
Corporate tax0% / 22% distrib.
Fintech licensingModerate
LatviaDeferral at 20/80
Corporate tax0% / 20% distrib.
Fintech licensingModerate
PolandScale of the market
Corporate tax19% · 9% small
Fintech licensingSlower
IrelandEnglish + EU
Corporate tax12.5%
Fintech licensingStrong, pricier
Requirements
What Lithuanian law actually requires.
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One shareholder - an individual or company of any nationality; 100% foreign ownership is permitted.
02
Director - at least one is required; there is no residency requirement, and e-signature access simplifies remote administration.
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Capital - €1,000; it is paid into an accumulation account before registration and then becomes the company’s money.
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Registered address - a Lithuanian address for the Register of Legal Entities is mandatory and included in the package.
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Tax & PVM - tax registration follows incorporation; VAT is registered above the applicable threshold or voluntarily.
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Accounts & filings - annual financial statements, together with monthly payroll and VAT reporting where applicable, are handled through the accounting service.
How it works
From application to a registered company - in days.
To register a company in Lithuania, the process runs through our lawyers and the Register of Legal Entities: e-signatures are used where possible and a power of attorney where needed.
01Same day
Free consultation
We confirm whether Lithuania fits the project and determine whether the case requires company formation only or a company plus licensing track.
021-2 days
KYC & documents
Passports, proof of address and prepared founding documents.
031-3 days
Capital account
€1,000 is deposited into the accumulation account.
041-3 days
Register filing
The Register of Legal Entities registers the UAB.
052-5 days
Tax & PVM
Tax registration and a VAT number are obtained where required.
063-10 days
Banking
An EMI account can be activated within days, while commercial banks are approached in parallel where the company has sufficient substance.
Quick facts
Legal formUAB
Shareholders1+, any nationality
Corporate tax16% · small 6%
Dividends15% · 0% EU parents
Standard timeline3-7 business days
Capital€1,000
Renewal & accountingFrom €1,400/year
Where licensing is part of the plan, the UAB and the application file need to be built as one project because the Bank of Lithuania assesses them together.
On the ground
On the ground in Lithuania.
Prifinance - Lithuania
Vilnius
Vilnius, Lithuania
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Fintech-desk specialists
Your setup is run by a team that files Lithuanian companies and BoL licence applications every month.
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Register & VMI handled
Founding, tax, PVM and annual filings. Done correctly, on time.
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Licence-track experience
EMI, PI and CASP applications scoped per case. Including when Vilnius is not the answer.
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Also in Hong Kong, London, Dubai & more
A network of offices across Europe, the Gulf and the Americas. One team for your whole international structure.
We also have offices in
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
5/F, Yau Lee Centre, 45 Hoi Yuen Road, Kwun Tong
London
United Kingdom
7 Bell Yard
Prague
Czech Republic
Vlkova 532/8, Žižkov
Berlin
Germany
Rankestraße 26
Madeira
Portugal
Rua da Alegria 31, 1F
Budapest
Hungary
Korányi Sándor u. 4
Istanbul
Türkiye
Perpa Ticaret Merkezi, A Blok
Dubai
UAE
33 Level, Al Saqr Business Tower
Toronto
Canada
1110 Finch Avenue West, suite 406
Singapore
Singapore
3 Church Street, #29-68 Samsung Hub
Bangkok
Thailand
Unit P01, Penthouse, VASU1, 1 Sukhumvit 25 Alley
Foshan
China
A-Tower, Yuneng Digital Plaza, 46 Lishui Avenue South
Almaty
Kazakhstan
Republic Square 13
Bishkek
Kyrgyzstan
32 Razzakov Street
Taxation 2026
16% standard, 6% for small companies.
Lithuanian companies pay corporate income tax at 16%. Qualifying small companies with fewer than 10 employees and up to €300,000 in revenue pay 6%, while eligible new companies may apply 0% in their first year. Dividends are taxed at 15%, with 0% available to qualifying EU parent companies. VAT is 21%.
Corporate tax - 16%
The standard rate without additional local surcharges.
Small companies - 6%
Fewer than 10 employees and up to €300k revenue, with 0% in year one for qualifying new companies.
Dividends - 15%
For individuals and companies without exemption; 0% for qualifying EU parents.
VAT - 21%
Standard EU rules; intra-EU transactions and exports may be zero-rated.
Levies in 2026
Corporate income tax16%
Small companies6% · 0% year one
Dividends15% · 0% EU parents
VAT (PVM)21%
CurrencyEuro
Renewal & accountingFrom €1,400/year
Owners remain responsible for personal taxation where they live, so the individual tax position should be considered separately from the company’s Lithuanian tax profile.
Your team
The specialists who'll handle your case.
Eugeniu Bevziuc
International Business Consultant
Guides clients from the first consultation to a working setup - companies, accounts and substance in 60+ jurisdictions.
Alex Danila
Corporate Services Specialist
Handles incorporation paperwork, KYC and bank introductions so your Lithuanian company launches without delays.
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Talk to a specialist →FAQ
Common questions about company registration in Lithuania.
Can I open a company in Lithuania as a non-resident without visiting?+
Yes. With EU e-signatures or an apostilled power of attorney, incorporation, register filing and tax registration can all be completed remotely. EMIs generally onboard by video, while commercial banks decide separately whether a personal meeting is required.
How much does company registration in Lithuania cost?+
Turnkey company registration in Lithuania starts from €1,490, including register fees and the registered address for the first year. Packages with an account start from €2,490, while annual renewal with basic accounting starts from €1,400. Licensing projects are priced separately.
What taxes will the company pay?+
The standard corporate rate is 16%, while qualifying small companies with fewer than 10 employees and up to €300,000 in revenue may pay 6%. Eligible new companies can use 0% in the first year. Dividends are taxed at 15%, or 0% for qualifying EU parent companies, and VAT is 21%.
Why is Lithuania a fintech hub?+
The Bank of Lithuania has built a dedicated environment for EMI and PI licensing, publishes its expectations and operates CENTROlink. The result is one of the largest pools of EMI licences in the EU.
What is CENTROlink?+
CENTROlink is the Bank of Lithuania’s payment infrastructure, through which licensed EMIs and PIs can connect directly to SEPA. This reduces dependence on commercial banks for euro clearing.
Can you obtain a financial licence in Lithuania?+
Yes. EMI, PI and MiCA CASP projects follow separate licensing processes covering the business plan, capital, governance, AML systems and dialogue with the Bank of Lithuania. The first step is assessing whether the project is licensable before a full application is prepared.
How do I open a company bank account in Lithuania?+
Commercial banks such as SEB and Swedbank carry out full KYC and can be cautious with non-resident-owned companies. For many UAB structures, a local EMI account is therefore the first practical route, with commercial-bank onboarding considered in parallel.
Lithuania or Estonia / Latvia?+
For businesses that mainly reinvest profits, Estonia and Latvia may be more attractive because of their 0%-until-distribution models. Lithuania becomes stronger when the project requires EMI / PI licensing, CENTROlink, SEPA infrastructure or local fintech talent. The 6% small-company rate is another advantage for modest profitable businesses.
What about hiring?+
Vilnius and Kaunas have developed a meaningful pool of developers, AML professionals and compliance specialists. Employer contributions are around 1.8% on top of gross salary because much of the social burden falls on the employee side. Payroll is handled monthly.
How long does company formation in Lithuania take?+
The Register usually processes a complete UAB application within 3-7 business days. PVM registration can add several more days where needed, while an EMI account may be active within a week. EMI / PI / CASP licensing projects follow a separate timeline of 6-12 months.
Client notes
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Founders who wanted it done right.
Google4.7★★★★★
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Google
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