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Lithuania

The Ministry of Economy and Innovation keeps an official list of high value-added professions with worker shortages (latest version in force from 10 June 2026). It covers:

  • IT – software developers, system administrators, data analysts, IT security and network specialists,
  • engineering – mechanical, chemical, aviation, welding and robotics engineers,
  • electronics and electrical engineering – engineers and technicians,
  • science and management – chemists, pharmaceutical and quality-control specialists, chief engineers, R&D managers,
  • design – graphic, multimedia and advertising designers.

The EURES labour market information for Lithuania (2025) also lists shortages of machine operators, building trades workers, heavy truck drivers for international transport, welders, electricians, plumbers and logistics managers. There are more jobseekers than jobs for administrative workers, construction labourers and car and taxi drivers.

Regional hubs: Vilnius for IT, biotech and fintech; Kaunas for automotive components, electronics, metalworking and logistics; Klaipėda for the port, the petrochemical industry and tourism.

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Key figures: Eurostat (population on 1 January 2026; unemployment and employment rates 2025; minimum wages July 2026); for the United Kingdom – Office for National Statistics; for Liechtenstein – national statistics. Country information: EURES – Living and working conditions, public employment services and the official government websites listed under each country. Rules, thresholds and amounts can change – check the official sources before you move. Updated: October 2026.

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