Electric scooter rules in Lithuania — what is allowed and what is prohibited (2026)
Article 171 of the Road Traffic Rules sets the requirements and prohibitions for drivers of electric micromobility devices.
Who may ride and where
Riding on the carriageway, in cycle lanes, on cycle paths, on the shoulder and in residential zones is allowed for persons aged 16 or older; persons aged 14–15 may ride only after completing a training course set by the Ministry of Education and holding the school-issued certificate. In a residential yard there is no age limit, but children under 10 must be supervised by an adult.
Mandatory equipment and visibility
The device must have a working brake and bell, a white front light and a red rear light, and orange reflectors on both sides. When riding on the carriageway, the rider must wear a high-visibility vest with reflective elements or have the white front and red rear lights switched on. In darkness or poor visibility, the lights must be on and the reflective vest worn. Riders under 18 must wear a fastened bicycle, skateboard or motorcycle helmet on any road; for adults on the carriageway the helmet is likewise mandatory, and elsewhere recommended, along with body protection such as elbow and knee pads.
Riding on paths
On a cycle path, riders must keep as close as possible to its right edge. Where a shared pedestrian-and-cycle path or pavement has a cycle section marked with white bicycle symbols, riders must use only that section, again keeping right. Riders must never endanger pedestrians.
Prohibitions
- riding on pavements (except the case defined in Article 2(67));
- riding on pedestrian paths;
- riding on the carriageway except where the Rules allow it;
- riding on motorways and expressways;
- riding across pedestrian crossings;
- carrying passengers;
- crossing the road in unsuitable places;
- riding without holding the handlebar with at least one hand (where fitted);
- carrying, towing or pushing loads that interfere with steering or endanger others;
- being towed by another vehicle, towing another vehicle, or hitching onto another vehicle;
- exceeding 20 km/h — and 7 km/h when passing right next to a pedestrian on a shared path, shoulder or pavement.
Fines
Riding a bicycle, motorised bicycle or electric micromobility device while intoxicated (0.41–1.5‰) carries a fine of €80–150. From 1.51‰, or under the influence of drugs, or refusing the test — €150–200. Ignoring traffic-control signals, sign and marking requirements, dark-time visibility rules, motorway/expressway rules or not wearing a helmet — €20–40. Creating a dangerous situation (forcing others to brake or swerve) — €30–50; causing property damage — €40–60; causing minor injury — €90–140; property damage or minor injury combined with intoxication or test refusal — €170–230.
What changed from 2026-01-01?
From 1 January 2026 new requirements apply to electric micromobility riders: a helmet is mandatory for everyone (bicycle, skateboard or motorcycle type, worn and fastened) regardless of age; the device must have a working brake, bell, white front light, red rear light and orange side reflectors; on the carriageway a reflective vest or switched-on lights are required (after dark — both); for rental devices, the rental operator must provide the helmet. All changes are covered in our KET changes 2026 article.