Latvia•Europe15-60 days
180 EUR
1 year
Yes
Not Required
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No
Allowed
Long-stay D visa for non-EU remote workers employed by, or self-employed in, an OECD country, requiring monthly income of EUR 4,213+.
Latvia's category D long-stay remote-work visa lets third-country nationals live in Latvia while working for an OECD-registered employer or business. Issued by PMLP, it requires at least six months of prior engagement with that entity and gross monthly income of at least 2.5x Latvia's average wage (EUR 4,213 in 2026).
Valid for one year and extendable via a new D visa or by transitioning to a temporary residence permit, allowing a typical 1+1 year stay. The state fee is EUR 60 (EUR 120 urgent) and decisions are made within 15 days, or up to 60 days if extra checks are needed. Schengen-valid health insurance with EUR 42,600 coverage is required; holders cannot take local Latvian employment.
This visa is ideal for established remote employees and freelancers tied to an OECD-country employer or business who want a low-cost Schengen base and a clear path into Latvia's residence-permit system.
National long-stay (category D) visa application | 60 EUR |
Urgent procedure (optional) | 120 EUR |
| Initial grant | 1 year |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
LatviaLatviaMust be a citizen of a third country (non-EU/EEA/Swiss).
Must be employed by an employer registered in an OECD member country OR be self-employed with a business registered in an OECD member country.
Must have a minimum of six months of previous employment or business activity in that OECD country.
Must demonstrate a monthly income of at least 2.5 times the average gross monthly salary in Latvia (currently approximately 4,213 EUR).
Must be able to perform work duties remotely while residing in Latvia.
Must have valid health insurance (minimum coverage 42,600 EUR) valid in Latvia and the Schengen area.
Education
none or higher
Min. Income
50,556 EUR/yr
Valid passport.
Completed and signed visa application form.
One recent color photograph.
Proof of health insurance (minimum 42,600 EUR coverage).
Proof of accommodation in Latvia.
For employees: Document from the OECD tax/social insurance authority confirming employment and a certificate from the employer confirming remote work capability and salary.
For self-employed: Document from the OECD tax authority confirming business activity and income over the last six months.
Proof of payment of the state fee.
| Fee Breakdown | National long-stay (category D) visa application: 60 EUR; Urgent procedure (optional): 120 EUR | pmlp.gov.lv |
| Fees | EUR 60 (EUR 120 for urgent procedure) | pmlp.gov.lv |
| Official Info | https://www.pmlp.gov.lv/en/article/obtaining-long-stay-visa-remote-work | pmlp.gov.lv |
| Max Stay | 1 year per D visa (extendable via new D visa or transition to temporary residence permit) | pmlp.gov.lv |
| Max Stay Estimate | type: years, initialDays: 365, totalDays: 730, notes: 1-year D visa, extendable for an additional ye… | pmlp.gov.lv |
| Petitioner | self | pmlp.gov.lv |
| Processing Estimates | {"minDays":15,"maxDays":60} | pmlp.gov.lv |
| Processing Time | Up to 15 days (extendable to 60 days if additional verification required) | pmlp.gov.lv |
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