- Abortion legal status
- Legal
- Emergency number
- 112
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: psimonmyway.com, clairesfootsteps.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Emergency contraception (morning-after pill) is sold without a prescription at Vilnius pharmacies, but it's kept behind the counter — just ask the pharmacist by name (Escapelle/Postinor-2 for the levonorgestrel version, ellaOne for the 5-day ulipristal version).
- Regular birth-control pills, IUDs, and implants all require a prescription/clinical visit in Lithuania — you can't just buy an ongoing pill pack over the counter the way you can with EC.
- EC costs are not reimbursed by Lithuanian social insurance, so budget roughly €15 for the levonorgestrel pill or around €30 for ellaOne, paid fully out of pocket.
- Support infrastructure for sexual assault survivors in Lithuania is fragmented rather than a single integrated system — there isn't one dedicated 'rape crisis centre' model like in some other European countries, so it's worth contacting the Women's Helpline (8 800 66366) first, as they can help direct you to the right service (police forensic exam, SKPC centre, shelter, etc.).
- If you go to a hospital after an assault, be aware staff are legally obliged to report injuries consistent with assault to the police, even if you haven't decided whether to file a report yourself.
- On-request abortion is legal in Vilnius up to 12 weeks (surgical) or 9 weeks (medication), but it is a paid, out-of-pocket procedure unless there's a qualifying medical indication — bring cash/card and expect to arrange payment directly with the clinic.
- Even though medication abortion has been legal since January 2023, some clinics and staff have been reported as confused about this or reluctant to offer it — if you're told it's 'not legal' or 'not offered,' consider calling a different obstetrician-gynecologist directly rather than assuming the law has changed back.
- Only licensed obstetrician-gynecologists can legally prescribe abortion medication or perform the procedure in Lithuania, so any provider you use should be a qualified ob-gyn at a licensed facility.
- If you're past the 12-week on-request window and need a medically-indicated termination, this can only be performed at one of Lithuania's two designated perinatological centers — a private neighborhood clinic will refer you rather than perform it themselves.
Street, Night and Taxi Safety
Street Harassment
Multiple travel accounts describe street harassment in Vilnius as uncommon, with solo female travelers reporting no catcalling or unwanted attention regardless of what they wore. A travel-safety summary similarly notes that the city center stays busy and well-lit into the evening, and that street harassment is uncommon, though occasional stares or comments can still happen.
Walking Alone at Night
Locals and visitors generally describe the Old Town and central districts as calm and well-lit, and walkable confidently in the evening, while advising avoidance of the area around the train and bus station at night, and of quieter residential districts outside the center. Sources also suggest steering clear of areas near heavy alcohol consumption and of poorly lit, empty streets late at night, which carry more risk than the rest of the city.
Taxis and Ride-hailing
Bolt is described as the dominant ride-hailing app used by locals in Vilnius, offering an upfront price and a tracked car, and is recommended over hailing an unmarked taxi on the street, particularly for getting home late at night. Official taxis with a company name and phone number displayed on the door are considered fine, but unmarked cars that approach travelers offering rides at the airport or train station should be avoided.
Public Transport After Dark
Buses and trolleybuses in Vilnius are reliable but do not run all night, so travelers out late are generally advised to switch to Bolt or a taxi rather than wait for late buses. This gap in night transit is one reason ride-hailing is recommended as the safer late-night option.
Practical Precautions
Common recommendations include securing bags and valuables against pickpocketing in crowded tourist areas like the Old Town, being mindful of alcohol intake on nights out, favoring well-lit main streets after dark, and keeping a phone charged (a power bank is useful in winter). Avoiding the area around Kalvarijų market at night and the train station vicinity is also mentioned by people familiar with the city.
Abortion Law And OB-GYN
- Legal Status
- Fully legal and regulated
Law Summary
- Beyond 22 Weeks
- If a pregnancy poses a threat to the woman's life or health, it can be terminated irrespective of pregnancy duration, per the listed medical conditions in Ministry of Health regulations.
- Where Performed
- Surgical terminations after the 12th week may only be carried out at one of the country's two perinatological central clinics; earlier surgical/medical procedures can occur at outpatient women's consultation clinics or gynecology inpatient departments.
- Who Can Provide
- Only obstetrician-gynecologists (ob-gyns) are legally authorized to prescribe abortion medication and conduct related consultations; performing an abortion outside a licensed facility or by an unauthorized person is a criminal offense under the Penal Code.
- On Request Limit
- Abortion in Lithuania is legal and available on request until the 12th week of pregnancy (surgical); medication abortion on request is permitted up to the 9th week using mifepristone/misoprostol.
- Cost And Coverage
- If an abortion is performed for medical reasons, it is covered by Lithuania's state health insurance fund; if it is performed on request (elective), the patient pays out of pocket.
- Recent Legal Change
- A law enshrining abortion rights passed the Lithuanian parliament in May 2025, though the country's low fertility rate and Catholic traditions continue to make abortion a politically contested issue with recurring attempts to restrict it.
- Medical Grounds Limit
- Beyond the on-request limit, termination is permitted up to 22 weeks for medical reasons — where the pregnancy threatens the woman's life/health or in cases of serious fetal disease.
- Parental Notification
- For a person under 16, the treating doctor is required to inform parents/guardians of the pregnancy.
Access Notes
- Practical Tip
- If seeking a medical (pill-based) abortion, be prepared to confirm the service directly with a specific obstetrician-gynecologist, since not all clinics readily offer or advertise it despite it being legal.
- Real World Access Gap
- Although medication abortion became legally available from 1 January 2023, patients and even clinic staff have reported confusion and refusal — one investigation documented a woman who called at least four private clinics and had to correct staff who insisted the service was illegal or unavailable.
Named OB-GYN Clinics Vilnius
Private Gynecologist Clinic (Privatusginekologas.lt)
- Address
- Pilies g. 38-1, Vilnius Old Town
- Language Access
- English-speaking team confirmed by clinic and patient reviews.
- Notes
- Long-running (20+ years) private gynecology clinic in the Old Town; English-speaking staff; offers general gynecological checkups, pregnancy care, and fertility consultations.
Ginekologas.lt Clinic
- Address
- Savanorių pr. 11E, Vilnius
- Language Access
- Site offers English, Lithuanian, and Russian language options.
- Notes
- Clinic operating for more than twenty years offering obstetrics, gynecology, genetics, pregnancy care, infertility diagnosis/treatment, and breast disease screening.
OST Klinika – Gynecologist Consultation
- Address
- J. Ralio g. 4, Vilnius
- Language Access
- Not independently confirmed for English fluency — verify when booking.
- Notes
- Private clinic offering gynecologist consultations covering menstrual disorders, STD testing panels, menopause-related bleeding, and related issues.
Hila Obstetrics and Gynaecology Centre
- Address
- Multiple locations (e.g. Šeimyniškių g. 19C; V. Grybo g. 32A), roughly 3 km from Vilnius city centre
- Language Access
- Site has an 'international patients' information section.
- Notes
- Multi-site private center providing consultations on the full range of gynecological problems, gynecological surgery (endoscopic/laparoscopic), oncogynecology, and gynaecological endocrinology; explicitly positions itself for international patients.
Assault And Abuse Support Resources
Emergency Services (Police/ambulance)
- Contact
- 112
- Notes
- Standard EU-wide emergency number, operates in Vilnius as elsewhere in Lithuania.
Pagalbos Moterims Linija (Women's Helpline)
- Contact
- 8 800 66366
- Notes
- Free 24/7 emotional support in Lithuanian by phone 8 800 66366.
Vilnius Women's Crisis Centre
- Contact
- See gov.uk victim guidance for referral details
- Notes
- Vilnius Women Crisis centre provide free of charge emergency shelter accommodation and emotional crisis support.
8 700 55516 (also live chat via SKPC website)
- Name
- Specialised Complex Support Centres (SKPC) — national network, Vilnius branch included
- Notes
- If you are a victim of domestic violence, the Specialised Complex Support Centres (SKPC) provide information, support and assistance, contactable by phone, live chat, or in person.
Vilties Linija (Hopeline)
- Contact
- 116 123
- Notes
- 24/7 emotional support helpline staffed by professionals and volunteer counsellors.
Human Anti-trafficking Centre
- Contact
- Via Lithuanian victim-support directories
- Notes
- Human Anti-trafficking Centre provide emotional support, psychological crisis help and support for victims in trafficking and victims of sexual exploitation.
State Forensic Medicine Service / Hospitals with Trained Staff
- Contact
- Via police or direct hospital admission
- Notes
- The police will also ask you to have a forensic examination with the State Forensic Medicine Service or at a hospital, and if you need urgent medical help you can go directly to hospital before reporting to police.
00 370 5 246 2900
- Name
- British Embassy Vilnius (for British nationals needing consular assistance after an assault)
- Notes
- Consular staff can help contact family/insurance and provide information on returning home, though they cannot investigate the crime itself.
Contraception And Emergency Contraception
Routine Contraception
IUD And Implant
- Access
- IUDs (copper or hormonal) and contraceptive implants are legally available in Lithuania but must be inserted by a gynecologist during a clinic visit; they are not an over-the-counter product.
- Legal Status
- Fully legal and regulated
- Notes
- Specific current out-of-pocket pricing for IUD/implant insertion in Vilnius for non-insured foreigners could not be reliably confirmed; expect a private gynecology consultation fee plus the device cost, which private clinics can quote directly.
Birth Control Pill
- Access
- Unlike emergency contraception, ongoing/self-administered hormonal contraception (the regular daily pill) requires a doctor's prescription in Lithuania.
- Legal Status
- Fully legal and regulated
- Notes
- A nomad wanting to start or continue the pill will need a consultation with a GP or gynecologist in Vilnius to get a prescription; walk-in private clinics can typically arrange this within a few days.
Emergency Contraception
- Access
- Levonorgestrel (LNG) products (e.g. Escapelle, Postinor-2) and ulipristal acetate (UPA) products (e.g. ellaOne) are sold in Lithuania without a prescription, but they are kept behind the pharmacy counter rather than on open shelves, so you need to ask the pharmacist directly.
- Cost LNG
- €15
- Legal Status
- Fully legal and regulated
- Reimbursement
- The cost of EC is not reimbursed or covered by social security in Lithuania, so nomads pay full price out of pocket regardless of local insurance status.
- Cost UPA EllaOne
- €30
- Copper IUD Option
- A copper IUD can also be used as emergency contraception within 5 days of unprotected sex, but this requires an in-person appointment with a gynecologist to fit, unlike the OTC pill options.
System Level Honesty Note
Lithuanian officials themselves have publicly acknowledged there is no dedicated, coordinated national system (e.g. a one-stop rape crisis centre) for sexual violence survivors, unlike models used in Iceland or Scotland; support is spread across the hotlines and centres listed above rather than one integrated service.
Sources cited for this category
These are the sources cited in this women's health & safety research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
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