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Work Residence Permit 

The Latvian Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) for employment purpose allows foreign nationals to live and work legally in Latvia while being employed by a Latvian company. This is the most common and straightforward way to relocate to Latvia for professional purposes. The program is designed for skilled and semi-skilled workers who have a confirmed job offer from a Latvian employer.

Latvian TRP for employment is and easy way to the EU

Main Benefits for Applicants 

Advantages of the Program, living benefits and services you get in the country of  your residence

Residence right with Latvian TRP

Legal residence in the EU

You receive a TRP for one year and it's renewable being tied to your work contract term

Family can join you with Latvian residence permit

Family inclusion

Your spouse and children can apply for dependent residence permits (Family TRP) and live in Latvia

Free education for your children with Latvian TRP

Free education and healthcare

You and your family gains access to Latvia’s  public healthcare and education systems like local residents

Fast application processing for Latvian TRP

Getting TRP fast 

After all documents prepared and application submitted, you will get the TRP just in 3 - 8 weeks.

Easy switch from Latvian TRP to the citizenship

Path to long-term residence

After 5 years of residence, you can apply for Permanent Residence and later for EU citizenship.

Having Latvian residence travel to Schengen countries

Gateway to the EU

Latvian TRP gives you easy access to EU and Schengen countries for travel and business.

Who Can Apply 

The Work TRP is designed for:

  • Skilled and semi-skilled professionals in demand in Latvia’s labor market (construction, logistics, manufacturing, IT, services, healthcare, etc.).

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  • Candidates who plan to live and work in Latvia full-time and contribute to the local economy.​

Key Requirements 

What do you need to get and renew the Work TRP:

  • A valid job offer or employment contract from a Latvian registered employer.

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  • Proof of qualifications or work experience.

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  • Sufficient financial means to support yourself upon arrival.

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  • Valid health insurance for the TRP processing period.

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  • No criminal records from your country.

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  • Prolongation of the Temporary Residence Permit is  linked to your valid employment.

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Our Services 

How we can help you obtain your Latvian Work TRP

  • We provide you a list of open and eligible vacancies available from Latvian companies.

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  • Consultation and eligibility assessment based on your profession and background.

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  • Coordination with employers and verification of employment contract compliance.

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  • Preparation of required documents according to Latvian immigration standards.
     

  • Submission of application to the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs.

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| Phase 1 |
Job offer and document preparation:
1 - 3 weeks

| Phase 2 |
TRP application:
1 - 5 weeks

| Phase 3 |
Residence card issuance:
1 - 2 weeks

In total, most applicants complete the process within 2 months. 

Contact us 

We’re ready to answer your questions
and provide any additional information you need to make an informed decision.

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