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In a move to simplify the hiring process for foreign workers, Lithuania has released its list of in-demand professions for 2023, categorized by industry. This annual list eases foreign nationals’ entry into the Lithuanian job market, starting from January 1st of the following year.

Employers and industry associations had the opportunity to propose professions facing shortages. Stakeholders provided feedback on the draft list, with six additions approved for the upcoming year.

The new list features 175 professions, with 23 additions. The industrial sector leads with 20 in-demand professions, including welders and aviation-related roles. The service sector and agriculture, forestry, and fisheries each contributed two and one professions, respectively.

This year’s list eliminates 56 professions from the 2022 roster, such as fire-resistant bricklayers and metal grinders, while introducing 75 new professions for 2023. Foreign workers with these skills will find it easier to secure employment in Lithuania.

To ensure labor supply aligns with demand, the Lithuanian Labour Exchange sets annual quotas for professions by industry. When quotas are unfilled, employers can hire foreign workers in these professions through a simplified procedure. Once quotas are met, standard procedures apply.

This initiative enhances Lithuania’s attractiveness to skilled foreign workers, addressing skills gaps and boosting the economy. The list will be annually updated, ensuring Lithuania remains a competitive destination for global talent.

Professions in demand in Construction sector

Professions in demand in Industry sector

Professions in demand in Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries sector