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EU Blue Card Residence Permit
(Work Permit for highly qualified specialists)
The Latvian Blue Card TRP is part of the EU program, recognized across the EU, providing simplified mobility and residence opportunities for highly qualified professionals from non-EU countries who have received a job offer in Latvia requiring advanced skills or higher education. It allows to live and work in Latvia and build a long-term future in Europe.
Main Benefits for Applicants
Blue Card TRP includes all the advantages and living benefits granted by the Work TRP and more...
Legal residence in the EU
You receive a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) for 5 year. After 18 months in Latvia, you can move to work and live in another EU country.
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Family inclusion
Your spouse and children can apply for a Family TRP, which for Blue Card holders is processed faster through a simplified procedure.
Free education and healthcare
You and your family gains access to Latvia’s public healthcare and education systems like local residents
Getting Visa fast
After all documents prepared and application submitted, you will get the TRP just in 3 - 8 weeks.
Path to long-term residence
After 5 years of residence in Latvia and other EU countries, you can apply for Permanent Residence and later EU citizenship.
Gateway to the EU
Latvian TRP gives you easy access to EU and Schengen countries for travel and business.
Who Can Apply
The Blue Card TRP is designed for:
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Professionals with higher education or proven 5+ years of professional experience in a high-skilled occupation.
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Specialists in sectors such as IT, engineering, healthcare, science, finance, logistics, and management.
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Candidates who wish to build a stable career in the European Union while enjoying the comfort and affordability of life in Latvia.
Key Requirements
What do you need to get and renew the Blue Card TRP:
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A valid job offer or employment contract with a Latvian company.
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Proof of higher education diploma or five years of relevant work experience.
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Proof of sufficient financial means and health insurance for the processing period.
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Clean criminal record from your country of residence.
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Renewal of the Blue Card TRP depends on maintaining your high-skilled employment.
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Our Services
How we can help you obtain your Latvian Blue Card
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Guidance in securing a suitable job offer that meets the EU Blue Card requirements.
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Assessment of your qualification and eligibility for the EU Blue Card category.
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Coordination with employers and verification of employment contract compliance.
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Full preparation of your documents and translations according to Latvian regulations.
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Coordination with your employer and submission to the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs.
