Traffic rules

Traffic rules Lithuania

General:

In Lithuania, the road network is still under development. The most important link in this is the Vilnius – Kaunas – Klaipeda motorway. The main roads are in an absolutely good condition. On the ‘highways’ you have to expect horse-drawn carriages, zebra crossings and cyclists.

Driving license:

An international driver’s license is not required.

Promise limit:

All over Lithuania, the 0.4 blood alcohol limit applies.

Fines:

Driving under the influence of alcohol: from 290 euros
Telephoning without a hands-free device: from 10 euros
Speeding: from 10 euros
Red light: from 15 euros
Overtaking ban disregarded: from 15 euros
Parking ban: from 15 euros

Other:

Similar traffic rules apply as everywhere else in Europe. Speed limits are 50 km/h in cities, 90 km/h on rural roads. On motorways (must be marked with a green sign) it is also allowed to drive 110 km/h. Dipped headlights must remain on during the day. The traffic light phases are slightly different: green – flashing green – yellow – red. At yellow the vehicle must stop. If there is an arrow on the traffic light, you may only drive in the direction indicated by green. Between November 1 and April 1, winter tyres are compulsory in Lithuania and in case of traffic accidents it is essential to notify the police.