Vilnius is earning global recognition as a leader in the sharing economy. The Lithuanian capital has been ranked #1 in Europe and #2 worldwide in the Consumer Choice Center’s Sharing Economy Index 2025, which evaluated 65 major cities on their openness to services such as ride-hailing, car sharing, short-term rentals, e-scooters, and peer-to-peer lending.
Vilnius received top scores across most categories, with only ultra-fast delivery and flat-sharing noted as areas for further growth. The ranking highlights the city’s business-friendly regulations, low barriers to entry, and strong community ties — factors that together create fertile ground for shared economy services to thrive.
Home to about 600,000 residents, Vilnius benefits from its compact scale. New ideas spread quickly in a city where personal and professional networks often overlap. “Vilnius is a place where word of mouth still moves markets,” says Mangirdas Šapranauskas, Head of Foreign Investment and Talent Development at Go Vilnius. “Most people are ready to try a new ride-sharing or delivery service because they have friends, colleagues, or family already using it. There is a level of trust in Vilnius that bigger cities sometimes lose.”
That sense of trust accelerates adoption. In a closely connected ecosystem, feedback between users and companies travels fast, allowing businesses to refine services in real time. This responsiveness keeps platforms aligned with local needs and encourages ongoing engagement.
Supportive policies also play a crucial role. Lithuania has developed a regulatory framework that encourages innovation while maintaining oversight. Gustas Germanavicius, founder and CEO of Vilnius-based real estate crowdfunding platform InRento, notes that Lithuania is among Europe’s most advanced countries in crowdfunding regulation, supported by clear tax and mortgage laws. He adds that public understanding of crowdfunding reflects both investor openness and a government stance favorable to sharing-economy models.
Mobility services illustrate how the city has evolved. Svajūnas Aliukonis, General Manager of Bolt Drive in Lithuania, says Vilnius has transformed into a place where car ownership is no longer essential. Residents increasingly choose shared cars or scooters for convenience rather than as a symbolic gesture.
Together, practical policymaking, community trust, and an adaptable business environment position Vilnius as a standout model for sharing-economy growth — not just in Europe, but worldwide.