Call for Applications: Vilnius Literary Residency 2025

About the Open Call

Vilnius UNESCO City of Literature is pleased to announce a call for applications for its creative residency program, scheduled for December 1–31, 2025. This one month residency is offered to writers, illustrators, and literary translators seeking a dedicated period for creative work. The program is hosted in the heart of Užupis, the iconic arts district of Vilnius, providing a unique and inspiring environment for creators. The residency is situated on the shore of the Vilnia River, adjacent to the Vilnius Old Town. Please be advised that the two-story studio is accessed via a steep staircase, which may not be suitable for individuals with mobility challenges.

What is Offered

The residency program includes full coverage of round-trip travel expenses to and from Vilnius, private accommodation for the one month period in a studio apartment at the Užupis Arts Incubator, and a scholarship of 500 EUR. Residents will also be invited to connect with the local community through an organized public event.

Requirements

Applicants must be writers, illustrators, or literary translators from the Lithuanian language. They must either be from a designated UNESCO City of Literature or be able to demonstrate a strong connection to one. Application requires a single PDF document containing a short motivational letter, a professional biography, and a bibliography of your work.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit to info@vilniusliterature.lt a single PDF document containing: 1. A short motivational letter. 2. A professional biography. 3. A bibliography of your work.