Essentials
- City
- Panevėžys, Panevėžys County, Lithuania
- Population
- 82,500
- Internet Speed
- Average 120-150 Mbps; Fiber optics widely available via Telia
- Currency & Banking
- Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: SEB, Swedbank, Luminor
- Tap Water
- Safe and drinkable; noted for high mineral content
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C and F sockets
- SIM Card
- Telia, Tele2, Pildyk, Ežys (Prepaid approx. €5 for 10GB)
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut (widely used), Swedbank, SEB (requires residence permit for full accounts)
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Booking.com, domestic site Aruodas.lt for monthly rentals
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile payments accepted almost everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb options (approx. €40-€60/night), Hotel Romantic, Pervaža
- Budget Accommodation
- Laisvės Square Apartment rentals (approx. €30/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Riverbed (Senvagė) area and Laisvės Square for walkability
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- City Center (Centras) near the Nevėžis river or the peaceful area around Kultūros ir poilsio parkas
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Spiečius (Laisvės a. 7) - Business hub for startups and freelancers
- Best Cafe for Work
- Kavalierius (Kranto g. 3) - Specialty coffee with reliable Wi-Fi and power outlets
- Networking Events
- Panevėžys Science and Technology Park events or 'Spiečius' workshops
- Social Events for Expats
- Panevėžys International Community Facebook group; events at the G. Petkevičaitė-Bitė Public Library
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt (Standard city ride €3-€6)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Bolt scooters (seasonal); City bike paths are extensive
- Best Beach Nearby
- Piniava beach (Nevėžis river) or Ekrano marios (reservoir) beach
- Top Regional Airline
- AirBaltic (operating via Vilnius/Kaunas airports)
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair, Wizz Air, Lufthansa (all via Vilnius VNO, 1.5 hours away)
- Highway Access
- Located on the Via Baltica (E67) connecting Warsaw and Tallinn
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Panevėžio autobusų stotis (Savanorių a. 5) for intercity buses
- Public Transport Passes
- Panevėžys Bus Card (€1.50 for card) or 'Žiogas' app; single ride approx. €0.64
- Regional Travel
- Buses to Vilnius or Kaunas every hour (€8-€12); narrow-gauge railway to Anykščiai for tourism
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Respublikinė Panevėžio ligoninė (Smėlynės g. 25)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Jogos studija 'Savitri' (Respublikos g. 28)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Gym+ (Klaipėdos g. 143a) - 24/7 access from €19.90/month; Impuls (Parko g. 14)
- Laundry Services
- Savavit (Klaipėdos g. 92) - Self-service laundry
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Bolt Food, Wolt
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Cepelinai (Potato dumplings) at 'Čili Pizza' or 'Fortas'
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Kavalierius (latte with oat milk/snacks); Nendrė vėjyje (Salads/sides)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Bure kepykla (Laisvės a.) for fresh pastries; Kavos dėžutė
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Panevėžys Central Market (Ūkininkų turgus) on Klaipėdos g.
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Pigu.lt, Varle.lt, Barbora.lt
- Grocery Delivery
- Barbora (Maxima delivery service), LastMile
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Respublikos gatvė and the area around Senvagė
- Local Brewery
- Kalnapilis Brewery (one of Lithuania's largest, based in the city)
- Wine Bars
- Bis (Laisvės a. 5) - Cozy atmosphere with a good wine list
- Street Food Stalls
- Guru Burgers (Laisvės a.) - High-quality local burgers
- Popular International Cuisine
- Ganga (Indian cuisine) or Sakura (Sushi/Japanese)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Senvagė (The Old Riverbed Park); Juozas Miltinis Drama Theatre
- Museums & Art Venues
- Stasys Museum (dedicated to Stasys Eidrigevičius); Panevėžys Civic Art Gallery
- Historical Sites
- The Narrow Gauge Railway Station (Siaurukas)
- Religious Sites
- Cathedral of Christ the King (Katedros a. 1)
- Annual Events
- Panevėžys City Birthday (September); Cido Arena concerts
- Cultural Districts
- Miltinis district around the theater and central squares
- Theater Venues
- Juozas Miltinis Drama Theatre; Menas Theatre
- Local Markets
- Panevėžys Central Market (Fresh produce, local smoked meats)
- Music Scene
- Jazz events at Tauros Loftas (Senamiesčio g. 29)
- Street Art
- Murals around the Nevėžis river underpasses and city center buildings
- Cooking Classes
- Culinary workshops occasionally held at 'Maisto akademija'
- Art Galleries
- Galerija XX (Laisvės a. 7)
- Historic Buildings
- The 19th-century Narrow-Gauge Railway Depot
- Local Heritage
- The city is known as the 'Lithuanian Chicago' due to its industrial history and grit
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Krekenava Regional Park (25km away) with an observation tower
- National Parks Nearby
- Aukštaitija National Park (approx. 1.5 hours drive east)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Nevėžis river scenic path stretching through the whole city
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Senvagė panorama and the roof terrace of 'Stasys Museum'
- Birdwatching Locations
- Ekrano marios reservoir edges
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated picnic areas in Krekenava Regional Park
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Omniva, LP Express, DPD parcel lockers (found at all supermarkets)
- Tech Repair Services
- IT Sprendimai (Ukmergės g. 1)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Panevėžio kūno kultūros ir sporto centras
- Language Classes
- Panevėžys Adult Education Centre (Topolių al. 12)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Gabrielė Petkevičaitė-Bitė Public Library (Respublikos g. 14)
- Community Centers
- Panevėžio bendruomenių rūmai (Kranto g. 28)
- Gaming Lounges
- Cido Arena occasionally hosts e-sports events
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Olympic Casino (Laisvės a. 1)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €1,600 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €48,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,100 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €33,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €1,500 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €75,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,000 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €50,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €1,400 per m² (e.g., 75 m² = €105,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €900 per m² (e.g., 75 m² = €67,500)
- Corporate Tax
- 15% standard rate; 0-5% for small businesses/startups under certain conditions
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15%
- Tax System
- Flat tax system for personal income; residents taxed on worldwide income
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 20% (standard personal income tax), 32% for income exceeding a high threshold
- VAT
- 21%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable under Lithuanian tax law
- Property Tax
- 0.3% to 3% based on value (often exempt for primary residential properties below €150k)
- Property Transaction Tax
- Notarization and registration fees approx. 0.5% - 1% of value
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Individual activity certificate allows for effective tax rates as low as 5-15% depending on profit