Winter Tyres in Lithuania
Quick answer: Yes. Winter tyres are compulsory in Lithuania from 10 November to 31 March (whatever the weather). Winter (M+S) tyres are compulsory from 10 November until 31 March. Today: Not in force until 10 Nov.
The rule
Winter (M+S) tyres are compulsory from 10 November until 31 March.
What tyres count
Winter / M+S tyres.
Snow chains
Not confirmed. Check the official source below.
Studded tyres
Not confirmed. Check the official source below.
Fine
Not confirmed. Check the official source below.
Tips for visiting drivers
Lithuania's period starts earlier than Latvia's and Estonia's, on 10 November. Motorway and highway speed limits also drop to 110 km/h from November to March.
Notes: BIHAMK's 2026 European summary gives 10 November to 1 April; we follow the EU page.
Official source and last check
Your Europe (European Union): road rules in Lithuania (last checked by the EU 24/04/2026) · CC BY 4.0 · last checked
Not confirmed on an official page: chains, studs, fine. We show "Not confirmed" rather than guess.
This is general information, not legal advice. Rules change and local signs always apply; check the official source before you travel. "Right now" is worked out from today's date and the dates above; where the rule depends on snow, ice or signs, it applies only when those are present.
Check the road and the weather
Winter tyres in Lithuania: FAQ
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