Temporary residence permit – employment / EU Blue Card
Temporary residence permit – employment / EU Blue Card is a residence route in Latvia (Lavoro). Job offer from Latvian employer registered vacancy (labour-market test) or Blue Card salary threshold. New law: local-job permits up to 1–2 yrs; stricter rules for staffing agencies/new firms. State fees ~€105/person (approx).
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Residents taxed worldwide: PIT 25.5%/33%; dividends from Latvian co. taxed via 20% CIT on distribution
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoria | Lavoro |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 300 |
| Reddito / anno | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | — |
| Residenza perm. | 5 |
| Cittadinanza | 10 |
| Lavoro | yes |
| Ammessi | all; Russian citizens only via EU Blue Card or intra-corporate transfer |
| Imposte | Residents taxed worldwide: PIT 25.5%/33%; dividends from Latvian co. taxed via 20% CIT on distribution |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
Solo informazione generale – non è consulenza fiscale, legale, migratoria, d'investimento o finanziaria, né un rapporto con il cliente. Dati semplificati, indicativi e forse non aggiornati. Verificate sempre con l'autorità ufficiale e un professionista abilitato del paese prima di agire. Eventuali link partner sono indicati e possono generarci un compenso.