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Lithuania has chosen to make the conditions and requirements for hiring foreign workers stricter within the country.

The Minister of Interior of Lithuania, Agnė Bilotaitė, announced stricter regulations regarding labor migration, citing the rapid growth in the number of foreigners residing in the country. Bilotaitė emphasized that these measures aim to enhance the management of migration flows efficiently. Additionally, she underscored that the tightened rules will bolster national security and implement stricter controls over those entering the country for employment purposes.

Under the proposed changes to the law, Lithuanian employers seeking to hire foreign workers will face stricter obligations. They must possess the necessary licenses and promptly report any data alterations. Moreover, they will be mandated to offer full-time positions.

Foreign workers, on the other hand, must disclose their qualifications and experience and are restricted from working for more than four employers. The amendments specify that only individuals with a valid residence permit will be allowed to work in Lithuania. Consequently, employment under the visa-free regime or a Schengen visa will not be feasible.

Exceptions will only apply to specific categories of foreigners, including researchers, teachers, and citizens from economically developed nations. Lithuania has additionally established a new quota for foreign workers, capped at 14 percent of the total permanent resident population in any given calendar year. Presently, Lithuania hosts over 227,000 foreigners, with approximately 125,000 arriving for employment purposes.

Lithuania has embraced the EU's move to overhaul the Migration and Asylum Pact as part of efforts to stop the exploitation of migrants. Minister Bilotaitė emphasized the importance of the migration management system in preparing for potential future crises. The Pact emphasizes solidarity and sharing responsibility among EU member states while aiming to provide better conditions for migrants, mandating expedited asylum procedures by member states.

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