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Remote work route

Long-stay visa for remote work

Latvia provides a remote work visa linked to employment or self-employment established in an OECD member country.

Sources reviewed September 14, 2026 · Expanded guide

START WITH THE WORK YOU DO

What work is allowed?

The remote work visa does not permit employment in Latvia. [1]

The details behind the route.

How long is the initial visa?
One year. [1]
What employment history is needed?
Employees need at least six months with the qualifying employer. [1]
How is income calculated?
At least 2.5 times the previous year’s average gross monthly salary in Latvia. The current euro figure needs confirmation. [1]
What insurance does the page list?
Cover valid in Latvia and Schengen, with at least EUR 42,600 liability. [1]
BEFORE YOU APPLY

Gather your documents.

Key items from the linked guidance. Use the authority checklist for the complete requirements. [1]

  • Passport, photograph and signed visa questionnaire.
  • OECD employment or tax evidence.
  • Income evidence, accommodation, insurance and fee receipt.
FROM RESEARCH TO APPLICATION

Take it step by step.

  1. Read PMLP guidance and confirm where to submit from your place of residence.

  2. Complete the e-questionnaire and document checklist.

  3. Confirm the current financial amount before submitting.

Application guidance [1]

Open official application guidance

Confirm before committing.

  • Family permissions, extensions and current fees need individual confirmation.

Keep this in mind.

The source is dated 2022 and includes an older euro example. Confirm the current threshold with the issuing authority.

Ask and verify your situation
Make my Latvia checklist