🇱🇻work Visa

EU Blue Card

Latvia

Last updated: December 26, 2025

Duration

1 to 5 years

Visa Fee

$189-$330

Time

5-30 days

Complexity

Medium

About this Visa

The EU Blue Card is a special work permit for highly skilled professionals from outside Europe. It allows you to live and work in Latvia if you have a university degree and a high-paying job. You must have a confirmed job offer before you apply. This visa is better than a regular work permit because it processes faster. It also grants you more rights, like bringing your family with you immediately. It is the best path for professionals who want to settle in Europe.

Key Benefits

  • Bring your spouse and children with you immediately
  • Your spouse can work freely in Latvia
  • Travel without a visa to other Schengen countries
  • Get permanent residence after 5 years
  • Access state healthcare and social benefits
  • Change jobs more easily after 2 years

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have a university degree (Bachelor's or higher) or 5 years professional IT experience
  • Must have a job offer in Latvia for at least 1 year
  • Job must pay at least €2,435 per month
  • Job must match your education or skills
  • Must not have a criminal record

Financial Requirement

Monthly gross salary of at least €2,435

Documents

  • Valid PassportMust be biometric
  • University Diploma3+ years of study, legalized
  • Work ContractSigned for at least 1 year
  • CV / ResumeShowing your work history
  • Criminal Record CheckFrom your home country
  • Health InsuranceValid for your first year
  • Medical CertificateProof you do not have Tuberculosis

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.