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Latvia — Work Visa Routes

2 visa routes available for skilled workers and expats

EU Blue Card

For highly qualified workers with a recognized degree. Salary threshold: 1.5× national average wage (~€32,670/yr). Shortage occupations: 1.2× (~€26,136/yr). Leads to EU long-term residence. Source: immigration-portal.ec.europa.eu

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Min Salary

€32,670

Experience

None

Education

Bachelor's degree

Processing

8 weeks

Work Permit (Temporary Residence)

Employer-sponsored temporary residence permit for employment. Employer must prove no suitable local/EU candidate available. Labour market test applies. Initial permit up to 5 years.

Official site
Min Salary

None

Experience

None

Education

No degree required

Processing

10 weeks

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