Temporary residence permit – employment / EU Blue Card
Temporary residence permit – employment / EU Blue Card is a residence route in Latvia (就业). 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.
| 类别 | 就业 |
|---|---|
| 投资 | — |
| 费用（家庭） | CHF 300 |
| 收入 / 年 | — |
| 资产 | — |
| 最低居住 | — |
| 永居 | 5 |
| 入籍 | 10 |
| 工作 | yes |
| 申请资格 | all; Russian citizens only via EU Blue Card or intra-corporate transfer |
| 税收 | Residents taxed worldwide: PIT 25.5%/33%; dividends from Latvian co. taxed via 20% CIT on distribution |
| 截至 | 2026-10 |
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