How to get a green card for working with food
Short answer
You can get a green card for working with food online at ehigiena.lt: choose a hygiene skills course (HBB + H10), study the material at your own pace, pass the test and receive the certificate by email the same day. The platform is operated by UAB „Togilas“ and the courses can be completed anywhere in Lithuania.
What is a „green card“?
A „green card“ is the colloquial name for the hygiene skills certificate. Its official name is the health knowledge and skills attestation certificate. The name appeared because the document used to be printed on green paper; today the colour no longer matters.
The certificate is mandatory for people whose work involves processing, handling, transporting, storing, public or collective catering, or trading in food.
Which programme do you need — HBB or H10?
Employees working directly with food need both the HBB and H10 programmes together; those who handle food indirectly only need the HBB programme.
| Type of work | Programme required | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Direct contact with food | HBB + H10 | cook, waiter, barista, bartender, baker, kitchen worker, food counter seller |
| Indirect food handling | HBB | warehouse worker, courier, primary produce grower, market trader |
HBB or H10 — which programme to choose
How to get a green card online — step by step
- Choose a course on ehigiena.lt (for working with food — HBB + H10).
- Pay and receive the login link and study material by email.
- Study the theory material at your own pace — whenever it suits you.
- Pass the knowledge test online.
- Receive the certificate — once you pass the test it is generated automatically and emailed to you.
How quickly is the certificate issued?
You receive the hygiene course certificate immediately after passing the test — the same day, by email. You can start right after buying the course and choose the pace yourself.
How much does a green card for food work cost?
The price of the hygiene course for working with food (HBB + H10) at ehigiena.lt is 16.99 € per person. Separate terms apply to companies and groups — contact us for an offer.
How long is the green card valid?
The hygiene skills certificate is valid for 60 months from the date of passing. Once it expires, the course must be retaken and the test passed again.
Is the green card valid throughout Lithuania?
Yes — a hygiene skills certificate issued by ehigiena.lt is valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Lithuania and is recognised by all employers and the National Public Health Centre (NVSC).
Is a VAT invoice issued?
Yes. A VAT invoice is issued on the day of purchase if you tick that you need one, and it is sent to the email you provide. The course can also be paid for by another person.
Can a company pay for courses for several employees?
Yes. Companies can buy courses for several employees in a single payment — for quantities and payment, contact us at info@togilas.lt or +370 614 12278.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Are the „green card“ and the hygiene certificate the same thing?
Yes. The „green card“ is the popular name for the hygiene skills (health knowledge and skills attestation) certificate.
Does the certificate have to be printed on green paper?
No. There is no longer a colour requirement — what matters is that the correct programmes (HBB and/or H10) and the validity date are shown.
Is the test hard?
The test covers food safety, personal hygiene, prevention of infectious diseases and workplace cleanliness. After reviewing the material most participants pass; retakes are allowed.
I lost my certificate — what should I do?
The certificate is stored in the email you provided when buying the course. If you cannot find it, contact ehigiena.lt for a copy.
Source and course purchase: ehigiena.lt (operated by UAB „Togilas“, Klaipėdos g. 103, Panevėžys). Contacts: info@togilas.lt, +370 614 12278.