Updated: 13 July 2026
From 1 January 2026, stricter rules apply to electric scooter riders in Lithuania. The key change: a helmet is now mandatory for all riders, and only a scooter with a motor of up to 1 kW and a speed of up to 25 km/h is allowed on public paths. This article gathers the essential 2026 rules so you ride safely and avoid fines. Browse the full electric scooter range once you know what to look for.
Key points
- A helmet is mandatory for all electric scooter riders from 1 January 2026, regardless of age.
- Only allowed on paths: a scooter with up to 1 kW power and a structural speed of up to 25 km/h. A more powerful device counts as a moped.
- Age: from 16 you may ride freely, 14 to 15 need a training course, younger riders only in residential zones.
- Where: the cycle path has priority. You must slow down near pedestrians.
- Sobriety and visibility: riding under the influence is prohibited, and in the dark you need lights or a reflective vest.
Which electric scooter is allowed on public paths?
Only an electric scooter whose motor power does not exceed 1 kW and whose top structural speed is 25 km/h may take part in traffic. Such a scooter is treated as a light micromobility device and follows rules close to those for cyclists. If the scooter is more powerful or faster, it is treated as a moped: then registration, a licence and insurance are required, and cycle paths are off limits.
So before you buy, check the manufacturer's stated power and speed. Some scooters on the market promise 40 or 60 km/h. These no longer fit the light micromobility definition and are used illegally on the street.
Is a helmet mandatory in 2026?
Yes. From 1 January 2026 a helmet is mandatory for all electric scooter riders, not only minors as before. The helmet must be certified and the correct size; a bicycle helmet (EN 1078 standard) is acceptable. Riding without a helmet is subject to a fine under the Code of Administrative Offences (ANK article 428).
A helmet is the single most important safety item, so we recommend wearing one every time. You will find a suitable helmet and other mandatory accessories and safety gear in the same place.
From what age may you ride?
From 16 you may ride an electric scooter on roads, cycle paths and lanes. Riders aged 14 to 15 must complete the relevant training course. Children under 14 may ride only in residential zones, and those under 10 must be supervised by an adult.
Parents should know that responsibility for a child's safety and proper use of the device lies with the adult. Before letting a child ride, make sure the scooter and its speed match the child's age and abilities.
Where may you ride an electric scooter?
The main place for an electric scooter is the cycle path or cycle lane. If there is none, you may ride on a footpath or pavement, but carefully and without exceeding a safe speed. Riding on the carriageway is allowed only when there is no safer alternative.
Near pedestrians you must reduce speed to roughly walking pace and keep a safe distance. Pedestrians always have priority. Excessive speed near pedestrians is the most common cause of conflicts and fines.
Sobriety, visibility and other rules
Riding an electric scooter while intoxicated or under the influence of psychoactive substances is prohibited, and offences are penalised under the Code of Administrative Offences. In the dark and in poor visibility you must use lights (white at the front, red at the rear) or wear a reflective vest with reflectors.
It is also recommended not to carry passengers, not to use a phone while riding and to keep both hands on the handlebar. These simple rules reduce the risk of accidents and help you avoid fines.
How to choose a rule-compliant scooter?
When choosing a scooter, start with legality: pick a model with a structural speed of up to 25 km/h and power of up to 1 kW. Then look at the brakes, tyres and lights, because in Baltic weather they matter more than top speed. Good brakes and pneumatic tyres improve safety on a wet road.
Think of the purchase as a whole: the scooter, the mandatory helmet and other safety gear. Once you know the rules and your needs, choosing is easy. Browse the electric scooter range and compare models at your own pace.
Frequently asked questions
Is a helmet really mandatory for adults?
Yes. From 1 January 2026 a helmet is mandatory for all electric scooter riders, regardless of age. Previously it was mandatory only for those under 18.
What is the fine for riding without a helmet?
Riding without a helmet is fined under the Code of Administrative Offences (article 428). It is worth checking the exact amount and circumstances in the current legal act.
Do I need to register an electric scooter?
A standard electric scooter (up to 1 kW and 25 km/h) does not require registration. A more powerful or faster device counts as a moped, and then registration and insurance become mandatory.
May I ride on the pavement?
Priority goes to the cycle path. You may ride on a pavement or footpath only carefully and at low speed, and near pedestrians you must slow to walking pace.
Once you know the rules, safe and legal riding becomes simple. Browse the electric scooter range and choose a model that meets the 2026 requirements.
