Free and Subsidised Lithuanian Language Courses

Why learning Lithuanian matters

Learning even basic Lithuanian makes daily life much easier — for communicating with doctors, employers, schools, and neighbours. It also opens doors to more job opportunities and helps your children feel more settled. Lithuania has a range of free and subsidised language learning options for newcomers.

Who is eligible

In general, the following groups can access free or subsidised Lithuanian courses:

• Recognised refugees and persons granted subsidiary protection
• Persons participating in official integration programmes
• Asylum seekers in some cases
• Migrants who have been in Lithuania for a shorter period and are registered with their municipality
• Labour migrants and their family members, depending on the programme

Eligibility can vary by programme. If you are unsure whether you qualify, contact your municipality or a migrant support organisation — they can help you find the right option.

Where to find free courses

Employment Service (Užimtumo tarnyba) — the state service runs free Lithuanian courses for foreigners. Call 1883 or see their courses page: https://uzt.lt/mokymai/nemokami-kursai/120

International House Vilnius — a one-stop newcomer centre in Vilnius with free and low-cost Lithuanian courses: https://ihvilnius.lt/lithuanian-language-courses

Renkuosi Lietuvą (I Choose Lithuania) — the official newcomer platform lists free courses and helps you register: https://www.micenter.lt/en/

City programmes — some cities run their own free courses. Vilnius, for example, offers free Lithuanian classes for foreign residents: https://vilnius.lt/

Apps for self-study — to start today on your phone, use the free apps (davai, LitCards and more) on our Learn Lithuanian page.

NGOs — Caritas Lietuva, IOM Lithuania and the Lithuanian Red Cross can sometimes refer refugees and vulnerable migrants to courses.

What to expect from a course

• Courses for beginners typically cover everyday vocabulary, basic grammar, and practical communication.
• Course length and intensity vary; some are intensive full-time programmes, others are evening or weekend classes.
• Certificates of completion may be issued, which can be useful for employment or residency applications.

What to do next

• Contact your municipality's social services or integration coordinator to ask about current course availability.
• If you have recently arrived and are part of an official integration programme, language training may already be included — ask your integration coordinator.
• Bring any documents related to your status and registration when enquiring about courses.

Where to get help

IOM Lithuania, Caritas Lietuva, and the Lithuanian Red Cross can provide information about available courses and support your first steps. Your municipality is also a key contact point for integration services.