To start a coffee brand in Lithuania, lock in compliance first: choose a legal form (UAB for scale, MB for lean), register with Registrų centras, open a bank account, and apply for VAT when turnover nears €45,000 (standard VAT 21%). Register your roasting/packing site with the State Food and Veterinary Service (SFVS) at least 14 days before launch, implement a HACCP-based self-control plan, and pass hygiene and fit-out checks (washable surfaces, pest control, calibrated scales, traceability logs). Importing green beans? Get an EORI, clear customs (green coffee usually 0% duty; VAT due), and keep supplier CoAs; certify organic via Ekoagros if you claim it. Labels must be in Lithuanian and include name of food, net weight, best-before, lot, storage, business name/address, and origin if stated; add allergens only when applicable (e.g., flavorings). Secure a trademark with the State Patent Bureau or EUIPO, a .lt domain, and packaging-waste compliance via GPAIS and a PRO. For production, check local air-emission limits for roasters and install cyclone/afterburner if needed. Pricing: plan for 5–15% import/logistics, 5–10% roasting loss, and 30–50% retail margin; B2B in Vilnius/Kaunas cafes plus DTC ecommerce converts well. Taxes: CIT 15% (SMEs may qualify for 0–5%). Timeline: 4–8 weeks to sell.
