If your Lithuania Schengen visa is refused, the appeal goes straight to court — there is no administrative review. You appeal to the Regional Administrative Court in Vilnius within 14 days. This guide covers the rejection flow, the exact reasons, how to appeal, and how to fix your file to get an approval. At FastVisa123 (fastvisa123.com) we rebuild refused Lithuanian applications for Indian travellers.
Your Lithuania options, in one box
After a Lithuanian refusal you can (1) reapply with a stronger, fixed file (fastest for most), or (2) appeal to the Regional Administrative Court in Vilnius within 14 days (in Lithuanian, €30 stamp duty). The refusal cannot be appealed administratively. FastVisa123 usually recommends a well-fixed reapplication.
The Lithuania appeal route — how it works
No administrative appeal: a Lithuanian visa refusal cannot be challenged administratively. Your only appeal is judicial — straight to the court.
Step 1 — Appeal to the court: lodge your appeal with the Regional Administrative Court in Vilnius (Žygimantų St. 2, LT-01102 Vilnius) within 14 days of the delivery of the decision.
Language & fee: the appeal must be in Lithuanian, with other-language documents translated and certified. A €30 stamp duty applies (only 75% if you file electronically only).
Timing: the case can take from a couple of months to longer, so it is a slower route than a fresh application.
See the reapply-to-approval steps below.
The refusal reasons on your Lithuania letter (Article 32) and how to fix each
Your Lithuania refusal letter ticks one or more boxes from the EU Visa Code (Article 32). Here is what each means and the fix:
| Refusal reason | What it means | How to fix it |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Travel document false/counterfeit | Your passport or a document was judged fake, altered or counterfeit. | Apply only with a genuine valid passport and authentic papers. Never use agents who edit statements or letters. |
| 2. Purpose/conditions of stay not justified | Your itinerary, bookings or reason for travel were unclear or unconvincing. | Add a day-by-day itinerary, confirmed (refundable) hotels and a clear cover letter explaining the trip. |
| 3. Insufficient means of subsistence | Your funds looked too low for the trip length or were not properly evidenced. | Show original stamped bank statements (6 months) above the country day-rate, plus salary slips and ITR. |
| 4. Stayed 90 days in current 180-day period | Records show you have used your 90/180 Schengen allowance. | Wait until your 180-day window resets; count your days carefully before reapplying. |
| 5. SIS alert for refusal of entry | Another Schengen state has flagged you in the Schengen Information System. | Find out which state entered the alert and resolve it with that country before reapplying. |
| 6. Threat to public policy/security/health | You were considered a risk to public policy, security or public health. | Address the underlying record; legal advice usually helps for this ground. |
| 7. No adequate travel medical insurance | Your insurance was missing, under EUR 30,000, or did not cover the whole trip/Schengen area. | Buy compliant insurance covering the full stay across Schengen, from an accepted insurer. |
| 8. Information on purpose/conditions not reliable | The consulate doubted the truth of statements or documents you gave. | Submit consistent, verifiable documents; make sure dates, names and amounts match everywhere. |
| 9. Intention to leave could not be ascertained | The officer was not convinced you would return before the visa expires. | Show strong ties to India: job/NOC, property, family, ITR and a return ticket. |
How to turn a Lithuania refusal into an approval
1. Read the exact code. Find which Article 32 box is ticked on your letter — that is the single thing you must fix.
2. Fix that reason with evidence. Most Indian refusals are funds (show more, stamped, original) or weak ties/intention to return (NOC, ITR, property, family, return ticket).
3. Strengthen the whole file. Add a clear cover letter, a day-by-day itinerary, confirmed bookings and complete insurance, so nothing else looks weak.
4. Declare the previous refusal honestly. Tick “yes” to the earlier refusal and briefly explain what you have improved — hiding it is a fresh ground for refusal.
5. Reapply (often faster than appealing). For most Lithuania refusals a stronger fresh application beats a months-long appeal. FastVisa123 rebuilds the file for you for a flat ₹10,000.
Lithuanian mission contacts in India
Applications are submitted through VFS Global and decided by the Embassy of Lithuania in New Delhi. The appeal goes to the Regional Administrative Court in Vilnius, per the instructions on your refusal letter. Use the official site (keliauk.urm.lt) for current details. See our Lithuania tourist visa guide.
After a Lithuania refusal: do vs don’t
✅ Do
Read the coded reason and fix it. Appeal to the Vilnius court within 14 days, in Lithuanian, and pay the €30 stamp duty. Show original stamped funds. Declare the previous refusal.
❌ Don’t
Don’t expect an administrative appeal — there isn’t one. Don’t miss the 14-day window. Don’t under-fund. Don’t hide the earlier refusal.
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Lithuania visa refusal & appeal: 24 common questions answered
1. How do I appeal a Lithuania visa refusal?
FastVisa123: You appeal directly to the Regional Administrative Court in Vilnius within 14 days. A Lithuanian visa refusal cannot be appealed administratively, so the court is the only route.
2. What is the deadline to appeal a Lithuanian refusal?
FastVisa123: 14 days from the date the decision is delivered to you, lodged with the Regional Administrative Court in Vilnius.
3. Is there an administrative appeal in Lithuania?
FastVisa123: No. The decision to refuse a visa cannot be appealed administratively — the only appeal is judicial, to the Vilnius court.
4. What language must the Lithuanian appeal be in?
FastVisa123: Lithuanian. Documents in other languages must be translated into Lithuanian and certified in line with the established procedure.
5. Is there a fee for the Lithuanian appeal?
FastVisa123: Yes, a €30 stamp duty. If you file the appeal only by electronic means, you pay 75% of that amount.
6. Where is the Lithuanian court?
FastVisa123: The Regional Administrative Court in Vilnius (Žygimantų St. 2, LT-01102 Vilnius). Appeals against visa refusals are heard there.
7. How long does a Lithuanian appeal take?
FastVisa123: Court cases typically take a couple of months or longer — which is why reapplying is often faster for a near-term trip.
8. Why was my Lithuania visa refused on funds?
FastVisa123: Lithuanian consulates expect proof of sufficient daily funds. Low balances or unstamped statements are common causes — show original stamped statements above the day-rate.
9. Should I appeal or just reapply for Lithuania?
FastVisa123: Because the only appeal is a court case in Lithuanian, most tourists reapply with a stronger file instead. Appeal mainly when the refusal looks clearly wrong in law.
10. Can I reapply immediately after a Lithuanian refusal?
FastVisa123: Yes, there is no waiting period. Fix the exact reason first, especially funds and proof of ties to India.
11. Where do I apply or query a Lithuania refusal in India?
FastVisa123: Through VFS Global; decisions are made by the Lithuanian Embassy in New Delhi. The appeal goes to the Regional Administrative Court in Vilnius.
12. Can FastVisa123 handle my Lithuania appeal or reapplication?
FastVisa123: Yes. FastVisa123 reads your refusal, advises court appeal vs reapply, and rebuilds a stronger Lithuanian file — flat ₹10,000. Start at fastvisa123.com.
13. What do the refusal codes on my Lithuania letter mean?
FastVisa123: The numbered boxes map to Article 32 of the EU Visa Code — reasons like insufficient funds, unjustified purpose, doubts you will return, or missing insurance. The ticked box tells you exactly what to fix.
14. What is the most common reason Lithuania visas are refused for Indians?
FastVisa123: Funds and ties to India. Either the bank balance looked low or unverified, or the officer was not convinced you would return before the visa expired.
15. Is a Lithuania visa refusal a ban?
FastVisa123: No. A refusal is not a ban. You can reapply immediately with a corrected file, unless your letter specifically mentions a SIS entry-ban alert.
16. How soon can I reapply after a Lithuania refusal?
FastVisa123: There is no compulsory waiting period. But only reapply once you have fixed the exact reason — reapplying with the same file usually fails again.
17. Will the refusal show on my record for other Schengen countries?
FastVisa123: Yes. Refusals are stored in the Schengen VIS and visible to every consulate, so fix the reason rather than just switching country.
18. Is the Lithuania visa fee refunded if I am refused?
FastVisa123: No. The Schengen visa fee covers processing and is never refunded on refusal, so it is worth getting the file right the first time.
19. Should I switch to another Schengen country after a Lithuania refusal?
FastVisa123: Usually not. Apply to the country that is your main destination. Switching to dodge a refusal can itself be a ground for refusal.
20. Will simply reapplying improve my chances?
FastVisa123: Only if you fix the cause. A stronger file — more funds, clearer purpose, better proof of ties — is what changes the outcome, not the act of reapplying.
21. I was refused for false documents. Can I ever get a Lithuania visa again?
FastVisa123: It is much harder and can lead to a multi-year ban, but not always permanent. Always apply with genuine documents and consider legal advice.
22. Should I appeal or reapply for Lithuania?
FastVisa123: Appeal when the refusal looks clearly wrong and you can wait months. Reapply when you can simply fix and strengthen the file — faster for most travellers.
23. Does an appeal stop me from reapplying for Lithuania?
FastVisa123: No. You can reapply while an appeal is pending. Many applicants reapply with a fixed file rather than wait for the appeal result.
24. Can FastVisa123 help after a Lithuania refusal?
FastVisa123: Yes. FastVisa123 reads your refusal letter, fixes the exact reason and rebuilds a stronger Lithuania application for a flat ₹10,000. Start at fastvisa123.com.
Want the big picture across all countries? See the full country-by-country Schengen visa appeal guide.
Official source: Official Lithuania government visa information