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Hi all I'm noob to the room

brucejohnson — Wed Sep 16, 2009 3:45 am

Author: brucejohnson

Posted: Wed Sep 16, 2009 3:45 am

Hi all, I'm Allison and one of two primary caregivers for my 73-year-old mother, who was diagnosed two days ago with a recurrence of her ovarian cancer. She was initially diagnosed in October 2007, had surgery followed by chemotherapy from November 2007 - May 2008 and was declared cancer free in July 2008. Now it's back.
I'll be hanging out mostly at blogs not forums..I did joined here so will share my thoughts soon.

Hi all I'm noob to the room

brucejohnson — Wed Sep 16, 2009 3:42 am

Author: brucejohnson

Posted: Wed Sep 16, 2009 3:42 am

Hi everyone, I'm Ziang I don't speak that well of english so I am learning and signing in to help forum and maybe learn some good enlish too,,lol

WORK PERMIT IN LITHUANIA / LITHUANIA WORK VISA

Lithuania Info — Wed May 16, 2007 3:50 am

Author: Lithuania Info

Posted: Wed May 16, 2007 3:50 am

WORK PERMIT IN LITHUANIA

Nationalities of EU and UK

When Lithuania joined the European Union (EU) in 2004, transitional arrangements were made allowing for mutual limitations on the freedom of movement of individuals between Lithuania and other parts of the EU. However, agreements have been made with Denmark, Sweden, Ireland, Netherlands and the UK not to impose such restrictions, meaning that citizens of those countries now have an automatic right to reside in Lithuania and do not require work permits. Subsequent arrangements are expected with other EU member countries but you are advised to check.

Other Nationalities

If you are from a non-EU country, please check with your embassy about regulations for working in this country. A foreign resident who wishes to work in Lithuania must see to both a work permit and a residential permit.

People who are required to obtain a permit for temporary residence in Lithuania can be categorised as the following:

* A foreign resident who intends to remain in Lithuania for more than three months in any six month period.

* Foreign investors who register a company in Lithuania on condition that the registered capital of the company is at least LT 250,000.

* A temporary residential permit is issued also to the following individuals:
- A foreign resident whose wife or children are Lithuanian residents who live in Lithuania.
- A foreign resident who comes to Lithuania for purposes of research, or to give instruction at an institute of higher learning.
- A foreign resident who is studying in Lithuania.
- A foreign resident who is entitled to a permit for humanitarian reasons.

Note: A temporary residential permit is valid only for one year. The permit may be renewed 5 times before applying for a permit as a permanent resident.

VISA TO LITHUANIA / LITHUANIA VISA GUIDE

Lithuania Info — Fri May 11, 2007 6:29 am

Author: Lithuania Info

Posted: Fri May 11, 2007 6:29 am

VISA TO LITHUANIA

Passports

Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all except:

(a) EU/EEA nationals (EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and Swiss nationals holding a valid national ID card.

Notes:

(a) EU and EEA nationals are only required to produce evidence of their EU/EEA nationality and identity in order to be admitted to any EU/EEA Member State. This evidence can take the form of a valid national passport or national identity card. Either is acceptable. Possession of a return ticket, any length of validity on their document, sufficient funds for the length of their proposed visit should not be imposed.

(b) There is now a new application form that those seeking visas must fill out, consistent with the visa forms of other European Union member states, which Lithuania joined on May 1 2004. At present, the Lithuanian visa will only be valid for travelling to Lithuania but will become valid for travelling to other Schengen countries once Lithuania joins the Schengen area.

Visas

Required by all except the following:

(a) nationals of Australia, Canada, Japan, UK, USA and EU for tourist stays of up to 90 days;

(b) nationals of Andorra, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Israel, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Macau (SAR), Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Romania, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, Uruguay, Vatican City and Venezuela for tourist stays of up to 90 days.

Notes:

(a) Nationals of South Africa holding valid Estonian or Latvian visas do not need a separate visa for Lithuania.

(b) Nationals of the following countries may apply for a Lithuanian visa without first obtaining an invitation endorsed by the Lithuanian Migration Authorities: Belarus (maximum of 30 days), Bermuda, Ecuador, Kazakhstan (maximum of 30 days), Moldova, Russian Federation (maximum of 30 days), South Africa, Taiwan (maximum of 30 days) and Ukraine (maximum of 30 days). Nationals of Belarus, Kazakhstan, Taiwan, the Russian Federation and Ukraine are required to present proof of sufficient funds (minimum &Euro;40 or £27 per day), via traveller's cheques, credit cards and bank statements. Enquire at the Consulate/Embassy for details.

Types of visa and cost

Short-stay, Airport-transit and Transit: US$41 ; Long-stay (single-entry) and Special-entry (for employment or studies): US$71 ; Group single-entry (five to 30 members with appointed guide and on the condition that group have same purpose of visit, follow same travel itinerary with same arrivals, departures and locations): US$41 plus US$1 per person.

Consular fees are waived in certain circumstances; consult Embassy/Consulate for details. There is no Consular fee for members for certain charity missions, official delegations, those aged under 16 years, and Lithuanians travelling with foreign passports.

Validity

Single- and Multiple-entry: Three months. In some cases, a multiple-entry visa may be issued for up to one or even five years. Documents must be submitted that prove the need for a multiple-entry visa and warrant amount of validity allocated.

Transit: No more than five days each stay. Airport Transit: 48 hours.

Application to

Consulate or Consular section at Embassy.

Application requirements

(a) Passport valid for at least three months after expiry of visa.
(b) One passport-size photo.
(c) Completed application form.
(d) Letter of invitation endorsed by the Lithuanian Migration Authorities (not required by certain nationals).
(e) Fee.
(f) Other documents, such as hotel reservations, tickets, right to return country form/right to travel to onward country, documents certifying payment of consular fee, and bank statements may be required.
(g) Valid health and travel insurance.

Tourist:
(a)-(g)

Transit and Airport Transit:
(a)-(g) and,
(h) Visa and/or other documents granting right to enter country of destination.

Processing time

Five working days. Visas can be obtained within 24 or 72 hours for an additional charge; consult nearest Embassy/Consulate for further details. This service is not available to all nationalities/passport holders.