Family Member of EU/EEA/Swiss Citizen
Latvia
Last updated: December 26, 2025
1 year
$0
1 month
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets non-EU family members live with their EU citizen spouse, children, or parents in Latvia. If you're married to an EU citizen or your parent is EU, you can get this visa. It's easier than normal visas because EU law requires Latvia to accept family members quickly. You can work any job freely without special permission. You can bring your children and spouse. This visa gives you the same rights as EU citizens - work freely, bring family, and stay as long as your EU family member stays. The biggest benefit: You get EU-level rights to live, work, and travel.
Key Benefits
- Work any job without needing permission
- Bring spouse and children
- Travel anywhere in Europe (Schengen) 90 days per 6 months
- Get permanent residence after 5 years
- Path to Latvia citizenship
- Study at universities
- Access to healthcare
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be family of EU/EEA/Swiss citizen (spouse, child under 21, dependent parent, or partner 2+ years)
- EU family member must live in or move to Latvia
- No serious criminal convictions
- Relationship must be genuine (no fake marriages)
- Must not be security threat
- No language or education requirements
Financial Requirement
You and your EU family member need enough money to support yourselves without government help. No exact minimum amount. Your EU family member can sponsor you.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be valid for entire stay
- Marriage or birth certificateProof of family relationship
- Health insurance€30,000 minimum for short stays, €42,600 for long stays
- Bank statementsShowing available money
- EU family member ID copyCopy of passport or national ID
- Parental consent letterFor children under 21, notarized signature required
- Medical x-rayCompleted upon arrival in Latvia
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.