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Lietuvos Bankas
About the Organisation
Lietuvos bankas (Bank of Lithuania) is an internationally integrated financial regulator and central bank, supervising Lithuanias financial sector and serving as a member of the Eurosystem. Lietuvos bankas is a key architect of Lithuanias position as a leading EU FinTech hub, supporting financial innovation and sector growth through a progressive regulatory framework and strategic initiatives such as the Newcomer Programme, which provides guidance to prospective financial market participants, and the CENTROlink payment system, which enables eligible financial institutions to access SEPA payment schemes. Together, these initiatives facilitate market entry, foster open dialogue, support international FinTech companies, and strengthen Lithuanias position in the European financial services market.
Products and Services
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CENTROlink
CENTROlink is the Bank of Lithuania’s payment infrastructure enabling eligible financial institutions licensed in the European Economic Area to access SEPA payment schemes through a single integration. Supporting SEPA Credit Transfers, Instant Credit Transfers, and Direct Debits, CENTROlink offers reliable central bank infrastructure, transparent pricing, and scalable payment services. It empowers international FinTech companies and payment service providers to deliver efficient euro payments across Europe.
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Newcomer programme
The Newcomer Programme is the Bank of Lithuania’s one-stop shop for companies considering entering the EU financial market through Lithuania. It facilitates open dialogue with the regulator, provides guidance on regulatory and licensing requirements, and helps prospective financial market participants navigate the licensing process and explore market entry opportunities. The programme fosters regulatory transparency, supports financial innovation, and contributes to the growth of Lithuania’s FinTech ecosystem.
