- What: last chance to submit a GPM tax donation application for the 2025 tax year
- Deadline: 4 May 2026 (Saturday)
- How much: up to 1.2% of GPM for NGOs, artists, Lithuanian communities abroad; up to 0.6% for political parties and trade unions
- How: online only, via the EDS guided wizard
- Action: log in to EDS and submit your application before 4 May
The GPM donation deadline May 4 in Lithuania is just days away. If you haven’t yet directed part of your income tax to a supported cause, you still have time — the process through EDS takes only 5–10 minutes. Lithuania’s State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) reports that nearly 400,000 applications have already been submitted for the 2025 tax year.
Donating GPM is not an extra payment. You are redirecting a portion of tax you have already paid to an organisation of your choice. If you don’t submit an application, that amount simply remains in the state budget with no designated recipient. For background on the full GPM donation system, see our guide: GPM Support 2026: How to Donate Part of Your Income Tax in Lithuania.
Who Can Donate GPM?
Any Lithuanian resident who paid personal income tax (GPM) in 2025 is eligible to direct part of it to a supported cause. It doesn’t matter whether you paid the tax yourself or whether your employer deducted it on your behalf — if GPM was assessed, you have the right to specify where its portion goes.
You are eligible if your 2025 income came from:
- Employment — salary from an employer
- Self-employment or business licence activity
- Rental or profitable sale of real estate
- Financial investments such as shares, bonds, and similar instruments
- Any other taxable income
If you had no taxable income in 2025 and no GPM was assessed, you are not eligible — there is simply no tax amount to redirect.
How Much Can You Donate, and to Whom?
Lithuanian law sets specific limits depending on the type of recipient:
| Recipient type | Share of GPM |
|---|---|
| NGOs with official support recipient status | up to 1.2% |
| Recognised artists and art creators | up to 1.2% |
| Lithuanian communities and institutions abroad (government list) | up to 1.2% |
| Political parties and committees | up to 0.6% |
| Trade unions and their federations | up to 0.6% |
You can split your donation between multiple recipients in a single application — for example, 1.2% to an NGO and 0.6% to a trade union. The EDS system automatically verifies that the limits are not exceeded.
How Long Is an Application Valid?
A single application can remain valid for up to 5 consecutive years — covering the previous tax year and up to four future years. This means that if you submitted an application in a prior year and it has not yet expired, you do not need to resubmit — the donation will be processed automatically.
However, two conditions must still be met:
- The application period you specified has not yet expired
- Your chosen organisation still holds a valid support recipient status and meets all current requirements
If you want to change your recipient, add a new one, or submit for the first time — you must submit a new application via EDS before 4 May.
Step-by-Step: How to Submit via EDS
Applications to donate GPM are accepted online only, through Lithuania’s Electronic Declaration System (EDS). VMI does not accept applications by phone, post, or in person at service offices.
- Go to EDS — visit edeklaravimas.lt or access it through Mano VMI.
- Log in — using online banking, Smart-ID, or a qualified electronic signature.
- Open the wizard — find “Submit application to donate income tax share” or use the guided wizard on the EDS homepage.
- Select a recipient — search by name or organisation registration code. The system shows only organisations eligible to receive support.
- Enter the donation share — specify the percentage (up to 1.2% or 0.6% depending on the recipient type). The system will not allow you to exceed the legal limit.
- Add more recipients (optional) — if donating to multiple organisations, add them all within the same application.
- Confirm — review your details and confirm the application. You will receive a confirmation message immediately.
The entire process typically takes 5–10 minutes. The guided wizard walks you through every step and automatically checks that donation limits are respected.
If you have questions, call VMI on +370 5 260 5060 (Mon–Thu 8:00–17:00, Fri 8:00–15:45). In-person visits to VMI offices require advance booking.
Practical Example: How Much Does an Organisation Receive?
Take Tomas — an employee who earned the average Lithuanian gross salary in 2025, approximately €1,900 per month. His employer deducted around €2,280 in GPM over the full year.
- If Tomas donates 1.2% to an NGO: the organisation receives approximately €27.36
- If he also donates 0.6% to a trade union: it receives approximately €13.68
Tomas pays nothing extra — these amounts were already part of the income tax he paid. Without his application, that money would simply remain in the state budget unallocated.
Now multiply this by nearly 400,000 residents who have already submitted applications. The collective impact is significant: millions of euros directed to civil society organisations, artists, and Lithuanian communities around the world.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Leaving it until the last moment — EDS can become slow on the final day due to high traffic. Submit your application today or tomorrow.
- Assuming your old application is still valid when it has expired — if you submitted more than 5 years ago, the application is no longer active. Check your EDS profile to confirm.
- Choosing an organisation without support recipient status — not every NGO qualifies for GPM donations. The system filters eligible recipients, but it is worth verifying independently if in doubt.
- Missing the deadline — if 4 May passes without a submitted application, you cannot donate for this tax year. The next opportunity is in 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I donate to multiple organisations at once?
Yes. A single application can include multiple recipients and you can split the donation between them — as long as each amount stays within the applicable limits (1.2% or 0.6% per recipient type). For example, you can donate 1.2% to an NGO and 0.6% to a trade union in the same application.
What if I submitted an application in a previous year?
If the application is still valid — submitted no more than 5 years ago and the named organisation’s status is still current — you don’t need to do anything. The donation will be processed automatically. You can verify your application status by logging into EDS.
Can I submit the application on the evening of 4 May?
Yes, 4 May is the last accepted day and applications are processed throughout the day. However, we strongly recommend not leaving it until the last minute — technical issues may arise if EDS is overloaded and an unsubmitted application cannot be processed after the deadline.
Where can I find the list of eligible organisations?
The list is available directly within the EDS wizard — searchable by organisation name or registration code. You can also find it on the VMI website in the section on tax donations. The system shows only organisations with a valid support recipient status.
Can I cancel or change a submitted application?
Yes, you can cancel or amend an application by submitting a new one via EDS — but only before 4 May. After that date, changes for this tax year are not possible.