Latvia•EuropeShort-Stay Schengen Visa (Type C) - Business
At a Glance
Processing Time
15 days
Application Fee
80 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
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.
The Short-Stay Schengen Visa (Type C) for business is designed for professionals attending meetings, conferences, and trade fairs in Latvia. Business visitors can engage in internal and external meetings, fact-finding, and some types of short-term training without requiring a separate work permit.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months beyond intended stay months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 3 months validity beyond intended stay
Passport photos
2 recent photos (45x35mm or biometric format)
Invitation letter
From Latvian company or conference organizer with all details
Travel medical insurance
Valid for Schengen area
Proof of financial means
Bank statements showing ability to cover stay
Return ticket
Flight confirmation
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Advantages
- No work permit required for business activities
- Relatively quick processing
- Access to all Schengen countries
- Flexible for multiple entries
Considerations
- Limited to specific business activities
- 90-day maximum stay
- Cannot extend stay beyond initial period
- Requires invitation letter from Latvian company
Application Process
Prepare business documents
Gather invitation letter from Latvian company, conference schedule, business meeting details
Complete application form
Fill out visa application form online and print with signature
Submit application
Apply at Latvian embassy, consulate, or VFS Global service center
Biometric data collection
Provide fingerprints
Pay visa fee
Pay EUR 80 application fee
Await decision
Visa decision within 15 calendar days
Application Forms
Visa Application Form
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