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Lithuanian Passport Renewal in the UK 2026 (Embassy of Lithuania / MIGRIS / VFS)

Complete 2026 guide to renewing a Lithuanian passport in the UK. Check current GBP fees, MIGRIS application, Embassy versus VFS rules, London Manchester Edinburgh centres, biometrics, processing times and UKVI update requirements.

Consular Authority & Service Provider

Official diplomatic jurisdiction and outsourced centre operators in the UK

Diplomatic Mission / Consular Section:Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania to the United Kingdom / Migration Department of LithuaniaResponsible for passport issuance, nationality verification, and consular approvals for residents in Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Outsourced Application Partner:Lithuanian Embassy London and VFS Global External Service CentresOperates submission counters, biometric data capture, document intake, and secure return courier services.
Primary Renewal Window:There is no universal rule requiring every applicant to renew exactly within one year before expiry. A Lithuanian passport can be replaced when it expires, is no longer suitable for use, contains incorrect personal data, personal details change, or when replacement is otherwise requested under Lithuanian law. At the VFS external service centres, an existing passport or ID card may be valid or expired, provided the applicant meets the VFS eligibility conditions.
Standard Turnaround:10 to 15 working days

Official 2026 Consular Fee Schedule

Statutory consular fees and outsourced service charges in British Pounds (GBP)

Standard Lithuanian Passport - Embassy
£120
Tariff: €140
Details:Current UK consular fee from 1 September 2026.
Passport with 50% reduced fee
£60
Tariff: €70
Details:50% reduction listed for children under 18 and persons who have reached retirement age.
Standard Lithuanian ID Card - Embassy
£120
Tariff: €140
Details:Separate identity-card service.
ID Card when issued/replaced together with a passport
£51
Tariff: €60
Details:Current UK tariff for an ID card issued/replaced together with a passport.
ID Card together with a passport with 50% passport discount
£51
Tariff: €60
Details:Current UK tariff. Confirm the exact total at the time of application.
Temporary Lithuanian Passport
£60
Tariff: €70
Details:Separate temporary-passport service. Eligibility depends on the circumstances.
EU Emergency Travel Document
£26
Tariff: €30
Details:Emergency travel document for eligible EU travel circumstances; not a replacement full-validity passport.
VFS additional service fee - ID only
Equivalent of €18
Tariff: €18
Details:Current VFS Global identity-document centre service charge shown for ID-card applications.
VFS additional service fee - ID card + Passport
Equivalent of €25
Tariff: €25
Details:Current VFS Global additional charge for combined identity-card and passport applications. The GBP equivalent is determined by the current VFS payment system.

Optional services such as courier return via Royal Mail Special Delivery, SMS alerts, and photocopy facilities at application centres are subject to small additional charges.

Required Documents Checklist

Check off documents as you prepare your submission folder

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Valid or expired Lithuanian passport or Lithuanian personal identity card, if available.
MIGRIS application where using the VFS External Service Centre route.
Email address for creating and accessing the MIGRIS account.
Original documents whose images were uploaded with the MIGRIS application, where applicable.
Evidence supporting any change of name, surname, date of birth, place of birth, sex or personal identification number when the case requires Embassy processing.
For marriage/divorce surname changes abroad, the appropriate foreign civil-status document and Lithuanian registration documentation where required.
For a lost passport or lost ID card, any other available identity document containing a photograph.
For minors, the child's current passport or ID card if available and the attending parent's or guardian's valid passport or identity card.
For a guardian acting for a child, original guardianship/Care Order documentation and the guardian's identity document.
For a child aged 2 to 16, the child must attend the application appointment.
Payment using the accepted payment method for the selected application route.
If requesting postal delivery, a prepaid Royal Mail Special Delivery envelope up to 100 g for each passport.
For an ID card over age 14 where electronic certificates are requested, additional prepaid Special Delivery envelope requirements apply.

Step-by-Step Application Workflow

Sequential procedure from online government filing to passport collection

Step 1
Choose Embassy or VFS Route

First determine whether your application can be handled at a VFS Global External Service Centre. VFS can process a passport only when an ID card is also being issued or renewed, your personal details have not changed and you already have a passport or ID card. Passport-only applications and several special cases must be handled by the Lithuanian Embassy.

Step 2
Create or Sign Into MIGRIS for VFS Applications

Create a personal account in the Lithuanian Migration Information System (MIGRIS) using your email address. Complete the application using Lithuanian characters and select your preferred VFS External Service Centre.

Step 3
Submit the MIGRIS Application

After completing the electronic application, submit it through MIGRIS. You will receive an email confirming that you can proceed with the selected VFS Global centre.

Step 4
Book the VFS Appointment or Use Walk-In Hours

After MIGRIS confirmation, book an appointment through VFS. The current UK Embassy information also states that VFS centres may accept applicants without an appointment during specified walk-in hours, currently 08:30 to 12:30. Check the live VFS page before travelling.

Step 5
Prepare the Original Documents

Bring the original documents whose photographs or scans were uploaded to MIGRIS. VFS specifically instructs applicants to bring the originals. If your case requires an Embassy appointment instead, follow the Embassy-specific document list.

Step 6
Attend the Application Centre

Attend personally at the selected Embassy or VFS location. Identity verification and biometric data are collected as part of the document-issuance process.

Step 7
Pay the Applicable Fee

Pay the Lithuanian consular fee according to the current UK tariff. VFS applicants also pay the separate VFS service charge. The Embassy accepts debit or credit cards except American Express and Postal Orders; payment conditions at VFS are controlled by VFS.

Step 8
Passport Production

The application is processed through Lithuania's identity-document production system. The Embassy currently states that issuance or replacement takes about one month from the date of application for standard Embassy applications.

Step 9
Choose Collection or Postal Delivery

For Embassy applications, you can collect the passport at the Embassy or request postal delivery with a prepaid Royal Mail Special Delivery envelope up to 100 g. VFS applicants can collect the completed document at the selected VFS centre or request postal delivery using the required prepaid envelope.

Step 10
Activate a Document Received by Post

A passport or identity card delivered by post must be activated. When using the MIGRIS route, the document can be activated through the MIGRIS account after confirming receipt. The Embassy also provides an alternative notification procedure if electronic activation cannot be completed.

Step 11
Collect the Old Document / Present It When Required

The old passport or ID card normally does not need to be left with the Embassy during the application. When collecting the new document, the old passport or ID card should be presented if it was not lost.

Step 12
Update Your UKVI Account

After receiving the new Lithuanian passport or ID card, update your identity-document details in your UK Visas and Immigration account. The Lithuanian Embassy specifically instructs UK residents to do this after renewing a passport or ID card.

Consular Missions & Application Centres in the UK

4 verified physical submission centres across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland

London
Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania to the United Kingdom

Address: 2 Bessborough Gardens, London SW1V 2JE

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London
VFS Global - Lithuania Identity Documents Application Centre

Address: 66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT

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Manchester
VFS Global - Lithuania Identity Documents Application Centre

Address: 50 Devonshire Street North, Manchester M12 6JH

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Edinburgh
VFS Global - Lithuania Identity Documents Application Centre

Address: 1 Rennie's Isle, Edinburgh-Leith EH6 6QT

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Frequently Asked Questions

Key questions on consular processing, appointments, and fees for Lithuania nationals in the UK

From 1 September 2026, the standard Lithuanian passport issuance or replacement fee in the UK is £120 (€140). The 50% reduced passport fee is £60 (€70) for children under 18 and persons who have reached retirement age. An ID card issued or replaced together with a passport has a separate £51 (€60) consular fee. If you apply through VFS, an additional VFS service charge applies.

Yes, but with an important restriction: VFS cannot process a passport-only application. You can apply for a passport through VFS only when you also apply for an ID card, your personal details have not changed and you already have a passport or ID card, even if the existing document has expired. VFS centres are currently available in London, Manchester and Edinburgh.

No universal UK immigration-status requirement is listed for ordinary Lithuanian passport renewal. The applicant must satisfy the Lithuanian identity and citizenship requirements. After the new passport or ID card is issued, however, the Lithuanian Embassy specifically tells UK residents to update their identity-document information in their UKVI account.

The Lithuanian Embassy's current guidance states that standard passport or ID-card issuance/replacement takes about one month from the date of application. Lost-document cases are also stated to take up to one month. Appointment availability and postal delivery are additional practical factors.

Yes. These cases are specifically handled by the Embassy. VFS does not accept personal-data changes such as a surname, first name, date of birth, place of birth, sex or personal identification number change, and it also does not accept applications where the only identity document has been lost. The Embassy can handle the loss notification and new-document application during the same appointment.

Normally, the old passport or ID card does not need to be left at the Embassy during the application. If a passport has expired but a valid ID card remains, the ID card should be presented; if the ID card has expired but the passport remains valid, the passport should be presented. When collecting the new document, the old document should be presented if it was not lost.
Verified Official Links

Cross-reference appointment schedules and document requirements with primary government websites:

UKVI eVisa & Status Check

A UKVI share code is currently valid for 90 days. Keep your passport details up to date in your UKVI account and ensure your eVisa is linked to your new passport before international travel.

UK Status & Consular Requirements:
  • A UK visa, ILR or EUSS status is not a universal requirement for Lithuanian passport issuance or renewal.
  • Lithuanian citizens living in the UK can apply through the Embassy or eligible VFS External Service Centres regardless of whether their UK immigration status is an EUSS status, visa-based permission or another lawful status.
  • The Lithuanian Embassy does specifically require applicants to update their UKVI account after receiving a renewed passport or ID card.
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