Permanent residence in Latvia is the official right to permanently live, work, conduct business and receive social benefits.
Obtaining a PRP grants foreigners access to healthcare, education and employment on equal terms with citizens. Our specialists provide consultations at every stage, prepare documents and guide clients through the process of obtaining the status.
Benefits of obtaining permanent residence in Latvia
Unlimited rights to reside and work
With a PRP, you can freely live, work, open a business, purchase real estate, travel and bring family members.
Access to the social system
Permanent residence permits access to all social benefits: free healthcare, pensions, education and allowances.
Free movement within the Schengen Area
Permanent residence permits visa-free travel to EU/Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Possibility of obtaining citizenship
Five years after obtaining permanent residence permit, you have the right to apply for citizenship, if all legal requirements are met.
Registration period
1-1.5 months. There is a possibility of accelerated review of documents
Cost
from 800 EUR
Duration: Permanent residence is granted indefinitely but must be renewed every 5 years to confirm the accuracy of data. This is a technical procedure, and the status remains permanent.
The process of working with the team
The key stages are constant communication, joint decision—making and timely feedback.
Step 1
Discussion of the client’s request. Collection of all available information.
Step 2
Meeting with the client and developing a strategy to achieve the goal.
Step 3
We prepare the full package of documents and submit it to the migration office depending on the request: for a visa, invitation, etc.
Step 4
The documents are reviewed by the migration office. If necessary, we make adjustments upon request.
Step 5
After the documents are approved, we coordinate the biometrics process. We bring the process to completion — the client receives their residence permit.
Step 6
After resolving their request, the client can use our additional services: opening a bank account, finding housing, arranging health insurance, and other services upon individual request.
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We will help you navigate all the complexities of obtaining permanent residence in Latvia
Our specialists, with years of experience, are ready to assist you at every stage of obtaining a residence permit in Latvia.
Svetlana Lipatova
Relocation Specialist
Aleksandra Cudova
Founder
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most popular questions about obtaining a residence permit in Latvia.
The main ways to obtain a residence permit in Latvia include the EU Blue Card, family reunification, a work visa, a student residence permit, permanent residency, and EU resident status.
The process of obtaining a residence permit in Latvia can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on the type of visa and the completeness of the submitted documents.
To obtain an EU Blue Card, you need to provide a work contract with a Latvian company, proof of qualifications and work experience, as well as documents confirming sufficient income.
Yes, if you have close relatives residing in Latvia, you can apply for a residence permit under the family reunification program.
Yes, foreign citizens need a category D work visa to work in Latvia, which allows for long-term stays in the country.
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