🧐 Digital nomad visa
✨ Extendable
✅ Official DN program
Latvia Digital Nomad Visa
A cleaner path to stay longer, work remotely, and build a life around freedom, not office walls.
Updated:
Duration
365 days
Required income
$ 2 500
Program cost
$ 80
Processing
10–30 days
This visa is strictly for remote workers employed or contracted by non-Latvian entities; local employment is prohibited. You must maintain valid health insurance covering the full stay. Staying longer than 183 days in any calendar year will make you a Latvian tax resident subject to local taxation on worldwide income. Always consult official sources and a qualified tax advisor, as rules may change.
Imagine beginning your morning with a rich cup of coffee on a sunlit terrace overlooking Riga’s stunning Art Nouveau buildings or the calm waters of the Baltic Sea. The Latvia Digital Nomad Visa grants you the freedom to work from charming medieval towns, high-speed co-working hubs, or quiet forest cabins while enjoying reliable gigabit internet, a welcoming international community, and a cost of living that stretches your income further than in most of Western Europe. With vibrant cultural festivals, pristine nature, and an efficient digital infrastructure, Latvia is an inspiring European base for remote professionals seeking balance, productivity, and adventure.
Official program link:
https://www.pmlp.gov.lv/en/long-stay-visa-remote-work
✔ Required documents
- Valid passport (at least 6 months validity beyond stay)
- Completed application form with biometric photo
- Proof of remote employment or freelance contracts with non-Latvian entities
- Bank statements or income proof showing at least €2,500 monthly for the last 6 months
- Comprehensive health insurance covering the Schengen area with min. €30,000
- Proof of accommodation in Latvia for the first 3 months
- Criminal record certificate (apostilled and translated)
📋 How to apply
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Confirm Eligibility
Verify that your remote work is with a foreign employer/client and that your income exceeds the €2,500 monthly threshold. -
Prepare Documents
Collect all required papers including proof of income, employment letter, insurance policy, and translated criminal record. -
Submit Application
Apply in person at a Latvian embassy/consulate or through the PMLP e-service if you are already in Latvia. -
Attend Appointment
Submit biometrics and attend an interview if requested by the consular officer. -
Receive Decision and Register
Collect your visa, travel to Latvia, and register your address with the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs within 30 days.
✅ Approval tips
- Provide at least 6 months of consistent income proof to demonstrate stability
- Include a detailed cover letter explaining your remote work setup and why you chose Latvia
- Ensure your insurance explicitly covers the full period and Schengen area
- Have all non-English documents professionally translated and certified
- Show ties to your home country or clear intention to leave after the visa expires
❌ Common rejection reasons
- Insufficient or inconsistent proof of monthly income above €2,500
- Lack of clear evidence that work is performed remotely for a non-Latvian company
- Health insurance policy does not meet minimum coverage or validity requirements
- Incomplete application or missing translated/apostilled documents
- Previous visa violations or criminal record that renders the applicant inadmissible
💸 Tax information
Effective tax rate: 0–20%
No tax on foreign income if you remain a non-tax resident (less than 183 days per year). Tax residents face progressive rates of 20-31% on worldwide income.
❓ FAQ
No, if you stay fewer than 183 days in a calendar year you are not a tax resident and foreign income is not taxed in Latvia. Stays over 183 days trigger tax residency with rates of 20-31%.
Yes. Your spouse and dependent children can apply for accompanying national visas. They must be listed in your application and meet basic financial and insurance requirements.
Yes. You may apply for an extension up to 30 days before expiry if you continue to meet all income, remote-work, and insurance conditions. Extensions are usually granted for another 12 months.
Yes, provided your new work remains fully remote, is with non-Latvian entities, and your monthly income stays above the required threshold. You should notify PMLP of significant changes.
You must hold comprehensive health insurance valid for the entire Schengen area with minimum coverage of €30,000 for the full duration of your visa.
After five consecutive years of legal residence in Latvia you may qualify for a permanent residence permit. Time spent on the Digital Nomad Visa counts toward this requirement.
Latvia has one of the fastest average internet speeds in Europe. Fiber-optic coverage is excellent in Riga and major towns and remains very good even in rural areas.
🔗 Official sources
- Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (PMLP) (2026-05-20)
- Latvian State Portal — Digital Nomad Information (2026-06-01)