Lithuania: Authorities maintaining COVID-19 related measures as of Jan. 12 /update 39

Lithuania maintaining COVID-19 related measures as of Jan. 12; domestic and international entry restrictions in effect.

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Lithuania is maintaining international entry restrictions and domestic measures imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 as of Jan. 12.

Domestic Measures
Lithuania remains in a state of emergency. Most businesses and services are operating subject to social distancing and capacity restrictions. Facemasks remain mandatory in enclosed public spaces.

A National Certificate (COVID passport) is required to access many non-essential businesses and services. National Certificates are available to individuals who have been vaccinated against COVID-19, have recovered from COVID-19 within the previous 210 days, or have recently tested negative for COVID-19. Individuals who meet these criteria can apply for the National Certificate in the form of a QR code online. COVID passports are not required to access grocery stores, pharmacies, and other businesses or services deemed essential.

International Travel Restrictions
Authorities have imposed international entry restrictions based on the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control's (ECDC) country color designations.

As of Jan. 12, all unvaccinated travelers arriving from countries designated as green need to present either a negative result from a PCR test taken within 72 hours before arrival or a negative result from an antigen test taken within 48 hours before arrival; vaccinated travelers and those who can prove they've recovered from the disease in the previous 180 days are exempt.

Unvaccinated travelers arriving from countries designated as yellow (orange) need to meet the same testing criteria and must take a second PCR test three to five days after arrival in Lithuania; vaccinated or recovered travelers are exempt.

Unvaccinated arrivals from red, dark red, and grey countries must meet the same testing requirements and self-isolate for ten days from the day of arrival; the isolation period can be ended early following receipt of a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken no less than seven days after arrival. Vaccinated or recovered arrivals from red, dark red, and grey countries may provide a negative test result within 72 hours after arrival and need not undergo self-isolation.

All travelers from countries to which enhanced measures apply must meet the same testing criteria, self-isolate for ten days, and take additional COVID-19 tests on days three and seven of isolation regardless of vaccination or recovery status. Isolation can be ended early if the result of the final COVID-19 test is negative. There are currently no countries to which enhanced measures apply. Limited exceptions to these requirements are in place for cross-border workers and students, among other groups; however, they generally must be able to present a negative result from a COVID-19 test taken within the previous seven days on request. The ECDC's map of countries by color designation can be found by clicking here.

All arrivals must also fill out an online entry questionnaire no more than 48 hours prior to arrival, available by clicking here.

Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.

Advice

Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.