Temporary residence permit – employment / EU Blue Card
Temporary residence permit – employment / EU Blue Card is a residence route in Latvia (Arbeid). 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.
| Kategori | Arbeid |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Gebyrer (familie) | CHF 300 |
| Inntekt / år | — |
| Eiendeler | — |
| Min. opphold | — |
| PO | 5 |
| Statsborgerskap | 10 |
| Arbeid | yes |
| Kvalifisert | all; Russian citizens only via EU Blue Card or intra-corporate transfer |
| Skatt | Residents taxed worldwide: PIT 25.5%/33%; dividends from Latvian co. taxed via 20% CIT on distribution |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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