Long-Stay Visa for Voluntary Work (Type D)

Working Holiday

At a Glance

Processing Time

15 days

Application Fee

90 EUR

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

This visa is for third-country nationals participating in specific volunteering programs (e.g., European Solidarity Corps) for stays exceeding 90 days.

This Type D visa is designed for third-country nationals engaging in recognized voluntary work programs within Latvia. It requires an invitation approved by the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs and is strictly tied to the duration of the volunteer program. Participants must meet specific age criteria and provide proof of financial and medical coverage.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

1 year

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be 18–30 years old

Participating in a program financed by the European Commission or an international organization

Invitation approved by the OCMA

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Visa application form

Recent photo

Travel medical insurance (min. €42,600 coverage)

Proof of accommodation

Proof of financial means

Invitation approved by the OCMA

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Facilitates cultural exchange
Structured program support

Worth Knowing

Strict age limits
Not renewable
Limited work rights
Age outside 18-30 range
Lack of approved invitation
Insufficient insurance coverage

Application Process

Secure invitation from program

Submit application to OCMA/MFA

Pay fee

Await processing

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