As of 1 July 2024, Lithuania extended compulsory health insurance to include spouses or registered partners of foreigners with temporary residence permits provided they meet specific criteria such as raising small children
Expanding Access and Strengthening Public Health
Lithuania’s health and benefits landscape is undergoing significant transformation, driven by legislative changes aimed at expanding access, improving diagnostics, and enhancing public sector capabilities. Here’s a look at the most impactful updates:
Broader Coverage Under Compulsory Health Insurance
As of 1 July 2024, Lithuania extended compulsory health insurance to include spouses or registered partners of foreigners with temporary residence permits provided they meet specific criteria such as raising small children.
The impact of this is that more family members now qualify for state-reimbursed healthcare, reducing reliance on private insurance.
Public Sector Medical Enhancements
A series of initiatives are underway to bolster public health services:
Labour Code Reforms: A New Era of Negotiation
Planned changes to the Labour Code have introduced motivational measures in collective agreements. Employers and unions can now negotiate additional benefits like health insurance and decision-making involvement. Plus, guarantees such as longer holidays for additional work are also on the table. See our dedicated blog post about Labour Code reforms to find out more.
What This Means for Employers and Insurers
These legislative shifts signal a move toward inclusive healthcare, early diagnostics, and employee empowerment. Employers should reassess their benefits portfolios to align with public sector enhancements, prepare for negotiation dynamics around supplementary health insurance, and monitor the evolving regulatory landscape to stay compliant and competitive. For help with how to do this, speak to our Lithuanian experts:
Kęstutis Statkevičius
Health and Benefits Specialists
GrECo Lithuania
T +370 614 79 928
