# Lithuanian school mobile device regulations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lithuanian-school-mobile-device-regulations > Updated: 2026-09-05T18:42:32.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. Lithuania has introduced legal amendments requiring all general and pre-school education institutions to establish specific rules regarding the use of mobile phones and other electronic devices, such as smartwatches, tablets, and laptops. Rather than a uniform national ban, the law provides schools with autonomy to decide whether to prohibit, restrict, or allow exceptions for these devices. These policies must be approved by school councils based on recommendations from the Ministry of Education, Science and Sport and the Ministry of Health. Implementation strategies vary by institution; options include total bans, requiring devices to be kept in backpacks, or providing secure storage. Disciplinary measures are expected to be gradual, typically involving warnings before a device is confiscated for parental pickup. This approach contrasts with the strict state-level bans seen in countries like Italy, Finland, and Croatia. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-05: Lithuanian schools implement new rules for student smart devices Lithuanian schools must now implement specific rules for student use of smartphones and smart devices, with individual institutions granted autonomy to decide on bans, storage, or usage restrictions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuanian-schools-implement-new-rules-for-student-smart-devices ### 2026-08-31: Lithuanian schools must implement mobile device usage rules Lithuanian schools must now implement specific rules for mobile phones and electronic devices, with individual institutions deciding whether to restrict or ban usage based on ministry recommendations. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuanian-schools-must-implement-mobile-device-usage-rules --- Cite as: Lithuanian school mobile device regulations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/lithuanian-school-mobile-device-regulations