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Travel Summary

• There is a low threat from terrorism, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.
  
  
• There has been a recent increase in  petty crime, notably pickpocketing in bars and restaurants. We advise you to take extra care of your belongings in busy locations. See the crime section of this advice for more details.
  
  
• Road traffic accidents are common.  Extra care should be taken at all times when driving, particularly when driving at night.  Drivers must carry original vehicle registration documents (copies are not acceptable). See the Road Travel section of this advice for more details.
  
  
• You should seek medical advice about inoculations against rabies and tick-borne encephalitis if you intend to visit forested areas. See the health section of this advice for more details.
  
  
• Increasing numbers of British tourists visit Lithuania every year. 15 British nationals required consular assistance in Lithuania in the period 01 April 2008 – 31 March 2009 for the following types of incident; deaths (1 case), hospitalisations (3 cases), and arrests, for a variety of offences (7 cases). During this period assistance was also requested with regard to lost or stolen passports (8 cases). If you need to contact the emergency services in Lithuania call 112.
  
  
• We recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake. See the general (insurance) section of this advice and travel insurance for more details.