Selling Apartment in Lithuania Vilnius: What You Need to Know?

Selling apartment in Lithuania: Can I Do It Myself?

Selling your first apartment in Lithuania can be a challenge, especially if you are from foreign country and do not speak the language. Some people entrust the process to a real estate broker, while others decide to handle it themselves. If you've chosen to sell your apartment independently but are unsure where to start, this article will guide you through the process and help you avoid common mistakes.

Check Your Documentation

First and foremost, ensure that all the necessary documents for your apartment are in order. If the apartment is registered in your name, log in to the Lithuanian State Enterprise Centre of Registru Centras service system and request an official property extract. This document provides essential information about the apartment and its legal status. Make sure there are no legal restrictions that could hinder the sale.

If your potential buyers are likely to use a bank loan, ensure the apartment’s completion percentage is 100%, as this may be required by financial institutions.

Essential Documents

1. Cadastral Measurement File

   • If the apartment is in an older building, look for the original hand-drawn measurement file.

   • For newer buildings, you should have an updated cadastral file.

   • If you’ve lost the document, you can order new cadastral measurements or check with the Centre of Registers for a copy.

   • While not legally required for the sale, buyers will likely request this document to verify that the registered data matches reality.

2. Energy Performance Certificate

   • Notaries cannot complete the sale without this document.

   • If you don’t have one, you must obtain it before the final transaction date.

   • This certificate evaluates the apartment’s energy efficiency based on Lithuanian regulations.

3. Proof of Property Ownership

   • This is a notarized document confirming how you acquired the property.

   • It could be a purchase-sale agreement, a donation deed, or an inheritance certificate.

   • This document is mandatory for the sale.

Additional Documents Required by the Notary

Apart from the main property documents, you may also need:

• A debt clearance certificate from the homeowners’ association (or the property manager, if applicable).

• Bank approval if the apartment has a mortgage.

• A notary's permission to sell if you have minor children and this is your only property.

• Spousal consent if the apartment was purchased before marriage but later improved using marital funds.

• The original power of attorney if selling on behalf of someone else.

• A court ruling if the apartment was divided after a divorce.

In some cases, additional documents may be needed, such as a prenuptial/postnuptial agreement or co-owners' consent. Each apartment sale is unique—it can be a smooth process or a complex one. To avoid complications, I recommend consulting a professional. A quick consultation costs nothing but can save you from costly mistakes.

Need More Help?

Did you find this article useful? Leave a review using this [link]. Your feedback helps improve services and assists others in finding a competent specialist.

If you have questions or need professional assistance selling your property, feel free to contact me:
📞 +37062077717 (WhatsApp | Viber)
Or fill out the inquiry form below.

More about me: Real Estate Broker Karolis Liukpetris