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Is there cash assistance available? Who is eligible? How does someone apply?Information on financial support is available from the cityโs social services centres and social benefits offices (Vilnius: 8 700 35545). Some benefits are provided by municipalities, others by the State Social Insurance Fund Board (SODRA Some information about financial support can be found here |
How do I set up a bank account?Citizens of Ukraine legally residing in the Republic of Lithuania have the right to apply to all banks and other financial institutions (e.g. electronic money institutions, credit unions) providing payment services. Their list (including contact details) is available on the Bank of Lithuania website Possible limitations:
SEB Bank, Citadele Bank, Luminor Bank, ล iauliลณ Bankas publicly announce that you can open a bank account free of charge with these banks.
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How do I withdraw cash or exchange my currencies?You can exchange your hryvnia to euro at the best exchange rate at Florinus.lt Top Exchange See a list of other exchange points here Since October 10, any citizen of Ukraine with the status of a refugee can carry out exchange operations in the branches of Sฬiauliuฬจ bankas But there are certain limitations:
There is also a fee for the operation - 2.5 euros. Consider this when you plan to make an exchange. |
How do I pay taxes in a country?Regarding taxation in Lithuania, you can read on the website of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Lithuania For tax issues, you can also consult Vilnius University Legal Clinic. They provides free legal assistance to all war refugees from Ukraine. Consultations are available in Lithuanian, English and Russian:
For more information about legal assistance at the VU Law Clinic, click here Primary legal aid in Lithuania is also provided by municipal specialists. You can find information about primary legal aid in different cities on the municipalitiesโ websites. Secondary legal aid is administered by the State Guaranteed Legal Aid Service (appointing a free lawyer, mediation procedures). Link Legal aid is also provided free of charge (pro bono) by some lawyers and legal assistants |
If I already work remotely, how should I pay my taxes?Regarding taxation in Lithuania, you can read on the website of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Lithuania For tax issues, you can also consult Vilnius University Legal Clinic. They provides free legal assistance to all war refugees from Ukraine. Consultations are available in Lithuanian, English and Russian:
For more information about legal assistance at the VU Law Clinic, click here |
How can I send money back to Ukraine?You can transfer money from Lithuania to Ukraine via an international transfer or money transfer at a corresponding provider or a bank. For an international transfer at the bank you have to fill out a special form and usually pay fees. Other special money transfer providers (e.g. Western Union, Moneygram, Wise, Revolut, Paypal) are often a cheaper and faster alternative. |