Helplines in Lithuania
In an emergency, call 112 for an ambulance, the fire service or the police. For adults who need to talk, Vilties linija answers on 116 123, free, anonymous and open 24/7. You can also write a letter or use its live chat if speaking feels hard.
The support lines in Lithuania work in Lithuanian, and none of the official pages say that English is offered. If you don't speak Lithuanian, the chat options may be easier, since you can write slowly. In a crisis, call 112 anyway. Emergency services usually find a way to help.
Women can call the Women's Helpline, Pagalbos moterims linija, on 0 800 66366 at any hour, free and confidential. It is staffed mainly by trained female volunteers and also offers email and chat. Young people aged 16 to 35 can reach Jaunimo linija on 0 800 28888, 24/7, including if they are having thoughts of suicide. Children and teenagers can call Vaikų linija on 116 111. Older people who feel lonely can ring Sidabrinė linija on 0 800 800 20 for friendship calls and support. For Vaikų linija and Sidabrinė linija, check the website for current hours.
If you are calling from a foreign SIM, dial the numbers as shown here. 112 works on any phone in the EU, free of charge. Each number on this page was checked at its official source, and the date of the check is shown next to it.
Emotional support
Women
Pagalbos moterims linija (Women's Helpline)
Free, confidential emotional support for women by phone, email and chat, staffed mainly by trained female volunteers.
Checked 2026-10-19 · source
Young people
Jaunimo linija
Volunteer emotional support line and online chat for young people aged 16 to 35, including those with thoughts of suicide.
Checked 2026-10-19 · source
Children
Older people
Questions about getting help in Lithuania
What is the emergency number in Lithuania?
In Lithuania, call 112 in an emergency. If someone's life is at risk, don't wait: call straight away. Emergency calls are free.
Is there a free mental health helpline in Lithuania?
Yes. Vilties linija (116 123). Details, opening hours and the official source for each number are listed on this page.
Can I get help in English in Lithuania?
The services listed here mainly work in the local language, and their official pages don't say they offer English. Emergency services usually find a way to help, and many volunteers speak some English, so it is still worth calling.
Where can women experiencing violence get help in Lithuania?
Contact Pagalbos moterims linija (Women's Helpline) (0 800 66366). Shelter addresses are kept confidential for safety, so the helpline is the way in. In immediate danger, call 112.
Is there a helpline for children and young people in Lithuania?
Yes. Jaunimo linija (0 800 28888) and Vaikų linija (116 111).
Numbers are checked against each service's own website on the date shown. Services change, so if a number doesn't work please tell me: hello@michellefernando.com.