Latvia•EuropeTemporary Residence Permit - Self-Employed
At a Glance
Processing Time
10-60 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 to 5 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
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.
The Self-Employed Residence Permit allows non-EU entrepreneurs and freelancers to establish and operate their own businesses in Latvia for periods exceeding 90 days. This is the primary visa pathway for individuals who want to work for themselves rather than as employees. The visa requires proof of business registration and financial viability.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
24,096 EUR
per year
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Original
Self-employment registration
Certificate from Latvian authorities
Business registration
Company registration number and documents
Proof of business viability
Financial statements, business plan
Tax registration
Latvian tax number
Bank account
Business bank account in Latvia
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency
- Work for yourself in Latvia
- Family-friendly
- Business flexibility
- Renewable indefinitely
Considerations
- Must establish business in Latvia
- Requires proof of business viability
- Processing time up to 60 days
- Must maintain business registration
- Business operating in Latvian jurisdiction required
Application Process
Register business
Register as self-employed or business owner with Latvian authorities
Prepare documents
Gather business registration, financial proof, business plan
Submit application
Apply for residence permit with business documentation
Document review
PMLP assesses self-employment viability
Decision
Residence permit approved within 10-60 days
Receive permit
Temporary residence permit issued
Application Forms
Residence Permit Application
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