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Visa for nationals of specific countries requiring transit through Latvia's airport. Valid for 24 hours in airport transit zone only. Available as single, double, or multiple entry.

EU-wide residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers with university degree and job offer meeting salary thresholds. Valid up to 5 years. Provides mobility rights across EU member states.

Residence permit for managers, specialists, and graduate trainees transferred from non-EU parent company. Valid up to 3 years for managers/specialists, 1 year for trainees. Family can join.

Remote work visa for digital nomads and remote professionals working for foreign employers. Requires proof of remote employment and minimum monthly income. Valid for 1 year, renewable. Came into effect June 2022.

National long-stay visa for non-EU/EEA nationals seeking employment in Latvia for more than 90 days. Requires employer sponsorship and work permit approval. Valid for duration of employment contract.

Family reunification visa for spouses and minor children of Latvia residents with valid residence permits. Allows family members to join sponsors in Latvia for long-term residence.

Long-stay visa for international students enrolling in accredited educational programs in Latvia. Valid for 6 months to 1 year, renewable annually. Students can work up to 20 hours per week during term and 40 hours during holidays.

Long-term residency permit for foreigners who have continuously resided in Latvia with temporary permit for 5 years. Requires Latvian language knowledge (A2 level) and proof of financial means.

Short-term business visitor visa for meetings, conferences, and trade fairs in Latvia. Valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Does not require work permit for business visitor activities.

Short-term visitor visa for tourism and leisure travel in Latvia and other Schengen countries. Valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Available as single, double, or multiple entry.

Visa for non-EU startup founders launching innovative, scalable businesses in Latvia. Valid for up to 3 years. Allows up to 5 founders per startup. Requires innovative business plan and venture capital funding milestones.

Residence permit through business or real estate investment. Multiple investment options available including business capital, real estate, bank deposits, or government bonds. Valid for 5 years.

Residence permit for self-employed individuals and freelancers establishing business in Latvia. Valid for 1-5 years, renewable. Requires proof of self-employment registration and business viability.