[1] It is a part of the customs system of the European Union.

Vytautas the Great centralised the customs service in early 15th century.

[2] The institution in its current form was restored on 9 October 1990.

Since Lithuania joined the EU, the department also closely cooperates with EU DG TAXUD and the European Anti-Fraud Office.

In 2024, the customs authorities of Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Poland and Finland have signed an agreement on uniform implementation of the EU sanctions.