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Keep Your Job & Stay in Lithuania - Learn Lithuanian A1-B1 in English.

Evening online groups | From zero to official exam ready | For Kaunas, Vilnius and students across Lithuania.

Next online groups are being formed now · A1-B1 · Kaunas-based, teaching students across Lithuania
Taught in EnglishNo Lithuanian needed to start.
Exam-focusedBuilt around the official state format.
Evening scheduleDesigned for work and study days.

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Lithuanian language courses at iCAN
A1 — BeginnerFirst words and simple phrases
A2 — ElementarySimple daily conversations
B1 — IntermediateMore independent speaking

Need Lithuanian for work or residence plans in 2026?

Start with the free level check. We'll tell you whether A1, A2 or B1 is the right next step.

Why this matters right now

Lithuanian isn't optional anymore for many jobs.

From 1 January 2026, many people who work with customers in Lithuania need Lithuanian. This includes shops, cafés, transport, salons and similar jobs. In many cases, the minimum level is A1. You prove it by taking an official exam.

A1 and A2 are two steps for many service jobs. A1 is usually the first step. A2 is the next step after your first two years in Lithuania. B1 and B2 are for higher-level jobs.
Basic · A1

Required for your first 2 years in a service role

  • Shop and sales staff
  • Customer service roles
  • Waitstaff & bartenders
  • Drivers, taxi & delivery
  • Personal services (hairdressers, etc.)
Category I · A2

Required after your first 2 years, same roles as above

  • Shop and sales staff
  • Customer service roles
  • Waitstaff & bartenders
  • Drivers, taxi & delivery
  • Personal services (hairdressers, etc.)
Category II · B1

 

  • School & kindergarten staff
  • Social workers
  • Nurses & medical assistants
  • Cultural institution staff
Category III · B2

 

  • Public officials
  • Teachers instructing in Lithuanian
  • Aviation specialists
  • Heads of institutions

Don't wait until your employer asks for proof.

The exam is not included in the course. The route is simple: check your level, join the right group, practise for the exam, then register through NŠA when you are ready.

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Your path

Three levels, one clear route.

Every group meets in the evening and is taught in English — so you don't need any existing Lithuanian to start.

A1
Beginner

Your first words

Introductions, everyday situations, basic workplace phrases. Enough to meet the Basic (A1) requirement and start speaking from day one.

A2
Elementary

Real conversations

Handling daily errands and work conversations — this is Category I, the step up required once your first two years in Lithuania are over.

B1
Intermediate

Fluent enough for life here

Independent conversation, confident at work, ready for the state exam — and for the language requirement on the path to permanent residence.

Format

Online · evening groups · three times a week

Evening sessions

17:30–19:00 or 19:00–20:30

Instruction language

English, start to finish

Group size

Groups start when at least 8 students are enrolled

What you get

A clear course, not just random Lithuanian lessons.

You know what you are paying for before you join: live lessons, simple explanations in English, speaking practice, and preparation for the official exam format.

What is included

  • 50 academic hours in one course
  • Live online evening classes
  • Step-by-step route to the next level
  • Guidance for official exam registration

What you learn

  • Real phrases for work and daily life
  • Speaking practice, not only grammar
  • Reading, writing, listening and speaking exam tasks
  • Useful Lithuanian for shops, transport, services and customers

Who teaches you?

Lessons are taught by an iCAN Lithuanian teacher. Explanations are given in English, so beginners can understand the grammar, tasks and exam logic.

What is the practical benefit?

You leave the course with more confidence to speak, a clearer path to A1/A2/B1, and practice for the official Lithuanian state exam.

What you work toward

Practical Lithuanian for the moments that matter.

This course is for people who need Lithuanian for work, exams, residence plans and everyday life - not only for grammar exercises.

Stay compliant at work

Prepare for the A1/A2 language requirement in customer-facing service roles.

Get exam ready

Practise the reading, writing, listening and speaking format used in the official exam.

Handle daily situations

Order coffee, ask for help, talk to customers, explain simple problems and understand replies.

Support your visa path

Build the language foundation needed when Lithuanian becomes part of your residence plans.

Student feedback

Small wins that make daily life easier.

Confidence is the real first result.

For many students, the first big change is not perfection. It is being able to try Lithuanian without freezing or switching to English immediately.

"I can finally understand and speak some Lithuanian in everyday life. Still learning, but now I'm not afraid to try."

Ananya

"Now I can manage simple conversations in Lithuanian without switching to English every time."

Aarav

"Lithuanian is still not easy for me, but after the course I understand much more and feel more confident speaking."

Priya

Not sure where to start?

Check your level first. It helps us place you in the right A1, A2 or B1 group before you choose a course.

Check My Level

How it works

From your first message to your exam result.

Level check

Take the online Lithuanian level test. It helps us place you in A1, A2, or B1 from the start, not guessing. Already know your level? Skip straight to registration.

Join your evening group

Three evenings a week (17:30–19:00 or 19:00–20:30), speaking Lithuanian from the very first session.

Learn what you'll actually use

Work situations, everyday errands, and official-exam question types — not just grammar drills.

Register for the official exam

Exams are run by the National Education Agency (NŠA), not by us. We walk you through registering on eksternams.nsa.smm.lt and prepare you for the real format.

Use your result

Show it to your employer, use it for your residence plans, or simply feel more comfortable living in Lithuania.

Investment

You do not need to pay 399 € at once.

One course costs 399 €. You reserve your place with a 60 € advance payment after we confirm your group by email.

Register for a Group

One course

Reserve first, pay step by step

399 €

50 academic hours · about 2 months

  • 60 € reservation advance after confirmation email
  • 139.50 € before the course starts
  • 199.50 € after one month of learning
  • Evening online classes three times a week

Payment is split. You do not pay the full 399 € at once. After we confirm your group by email, you pay a 60 € reservation advance. Then you pay 139.50 € before the course starts and 199.50 € after one month of learning.
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After confirmation email

Pay 60 € to reserve your place in the group.

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Course payment

Pay 139.50 € before the course starts and 199.50 € after one month of learning.

Clear payment dates

60 € after confirmation, 139.50 € before the start, 199.50 € after one month.

Less risk if a group changes

If a group cannot continue normally, we adjust the group or pause it. You do not keep paying for classes that are not running.

A1

A1.1 + A1.2 · full path: 100 academic hours · ~4 months

A2

A2.1 + A2.2 · full path: 100 academic hours · ~4 months

B1

B1.1 + B1.2 · full path: 100 academic hours · ~4 months

Note: this covers the course only. The official state exam fee (52 € for the Basic/Category I exam) is paid separately, directly to the National Education Agency (NŠA).

Frequently asked

Everything you need to know before joining.

Do I actually need to learn Lithuanian?
If you serve customers directly in Lithuania — in a shop, café, as a driver, or in a similar role — yes, since January 2026 this is a legal requirement, not a suggestion. If you're aiming for a permanent residence permit, you'll also need to pass the State Language exam separately, regardless of your job. If you're unsure whether it applies to your situation, ask us — we'll help you check before you commit to anything.
What does the exam actually involve?
For the Basic/Category I exam (A1–A2, 52 €), you sit one exam with three parts, all on the same day:

  • Part 1 — reading & writing
  • Part 2 — listening
  • Part 3 — a spoken interview with an examiner

Your score decides which certificate you get: answer at least 40% correctly in each part and you're certified at Basic (A1); reach 60% in each part and you're certified at Category I (A2) instead. Results are published within 15 working days. Categories II (B1) and III (B2) follow the same reading/writing, listening, and speaking format, tailored to their level — we'll walk you through exactly what to expect once we know which one applies to you.

What's the difference between the A1, A2 and B1 groups?
A1 is for complete beginners and covers the basic level most service jobs require. A2 is the next step, required after your first two years in Lithuania if you're working in a service role. B1 is for confident, independent conversation — useful for higher-category jobs and for anyone aiming for permanent residence. Not sure which one is yours? That's exactly what the free level check is for.
How do classes actually work — online, how often, how long?
Classes run online, three evenings a week, in one of two slots (17:30–19:00 or 19:00–20:30). Groups start once at least 8 people are enrolled. A 50-academic-hour course runs about 2 months at this pace.
What do I get in the course?
You get 50 academic hours of live online lessons, explanations in English, speaking practice, exam-style tasks, and guidance for the official exam registration. Lessons focus on Lithuanian you can use at work, in services, and in everyday situations.
Who teaches the course?
The course is taught by an iCAN Lithuanian teacher. The teacher explains new words, grammar and exam tasks in English, so beginners can follow the lesson and ask questions clearly.
How much does it cost, and how long until I finish a level?
One course costs 399 € and includes 50 academic hours. You do not pay 399 € at once. After we confirm your group, you pay a 60 € reservation advance. Then you pay 139.50 € before the course starts and 199.50 € after one month of learning. A full level path is usually 100 academic hours, for example A1.1 + A1.2. You can also choose only one 50-hour course.
How can I reserve my place in a group?
First, choose your course or take the Lithuanian level test. Then fill in the registration form. After we check your level and group availability, you will receive a confirmation email. To reserve your place, pay a 60 € reservation advance after you receive that confirmation email.
How do I register for the official state exam, and when?
Exams are organised by the National Education Agency (NŠA), not by iCAN — registration happens through your own account at eksternams.nsa.smm.lt. Each category (Basic/I, II, III) opens for registration on its own schedule, and that schedule gets updated — see the current, exact dates on NŠA's own exam levels page rather than relying on a date printed here. If you're applying for a permanent residence permit specifically, registration for the language and Constitution exams runs through your MIGRIS account instead. We'll tell you which route applies to you and walk you through it when you're ready.
Is your certificate an official, state-recognised document?
No. iCAN gives you course training, not the official state certificate. The official certificate is given only by the National Education Agency (NŠA), after you pass their exam. Our course helps you prepare for that exam.
Where do I go for a residence permit or extension?
That's handled by the Migration Department, via the MIGRIS system (migracija.lt) — not by us. We can tell you where the language requirement fits into that process, but the application itself is filed directly with them.
What if I need to pause, or my group gets too small to continue?
If a group becomes too small, we do not leave students paying for classes that are not running. We can merge the group with another group, change the format, or pause until the group can continue. Payment terms are explained before you enrol.