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Residence Permit in Latvia for Employees
Employment with a Latvian company can be grounds for a residence permit for foreign specialists and their family members. This option is used by employers who invite foreign employees to work at their company and by specialists who have received a job offer in Latvia. We help both employers and employees understand the conditions, prepare the necessary documents and support the procedure at every stage.
Get a consultationWhen Applying for a Residence Permit Requires Professional Support
Many foreign nationals planning to obtain a residence permit in Latvia face questions from the very first stage:
- what the conditions for obtaining a residence permit are
- what requirements apply to the applicant
- what documents need to be prepared and where to obtain them
- how long the process takes
- what the entire process costs
The answers to these questions largely depend on the legal basis provided by law and on your individual situation. Professional support helps avoid mistakes, save time and go through the residence permit in Latvia process calmly and confidently.
Arranging a permit for employees is often linked to other areas: company registration in Latvia, accounting services and legal support. We combine these services within one team so that both the employer and the employee receive support at every stage.
Conditions for Obtaining a Residence Permit for Employees
A residence permit for employees and their family members can be obtained if there is a job offer from a Latvian company and the legal requirements are met. The procedure usually involves formalising the employment relationship between the employer and the foreign employee, as well as preparing the documents for the residence permit.
The procedure usually includes:
- a job offer from a Latvian company
- conclusion of an employment contract
- submission of the employer's application to invite the employee and their family members
- preparation of the document package for the residence permit
It is also necessary to confirm the employee's qualifications and that the employment conditions meet legal requirements. Since every employment situation can differ, it is important to assess the conditions in advance for both the employer and the employee and to prepare the documents correctly.
What Our Clients Say
I was invited to work in Latvia, and my employer turned to NBC. Even in my non-standard situation, the specialists found the best option, took care of all the documents, and obtaining the residence permit took about a month and a half. Thank you for the professional approach and attention!
Principles of Our Work
Result-Oriented Approach
We begin working only in cases where there are real grounds for obtaining a residence permit, and we support the client until the procedure is completed.
Ongoing Communication with the Client
We always remain available, comment on every stage of the document process, explain how it is progressing and are ready to answer any questions that arise.
More Than 25 Years of Professional Experience
Many years of practical experience allow us to confidently support the process and take into account all practical nuances at every stage.
The Process of Obtaining a Residence Permit in Latvia
- 1 Consultation and situation analysis
We discuss the employer's and employee's situation, assess the possibility of arranging the permit, and analyse the employment conditions and position requirements.
- 2 Preparation of the employer's documents
We prepare the company's documents, help obtain the opinion needed to hire a foreign specialist, arrange employment documents and the invitation package.
- 3 Submission of the invitation application
The employer submits the application to confirm the invitation for the foreign employee in the established manner.
- 4 Submission of the full document package
After the invitation is approved, documents confirming the grounds are submitted, along with proof of financial means, accommodation and other documents.
- 5 Review of documents
The Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs reviews the documents and makes a decision. The term depends on the review procedure and the state fee paid.
- 6 Obtaining the residence permit card
After a positive decision, the applicant arrives in Latvia, registers biometric data and receives the residence permit card.
Frequently asked questions about a residence permit for employees
Who submits the residence permit application for an employee - the employer or the employee?
The application to confirm the invitation for a foreign employee is submitted by the employer, the Latvian company. The residence permit document package is prepared for the employee and, if needed, their family members. We support both sides at every stage.
What is needed to obtain a residence permit through employment?
You need a job offer from a Latvian company, a concluded employment contract, the employer's application to invite the employee and a prepared document package for the residence permit. The employee's qualifications and the compliance of the employment conditions with legal requirements are also confirmed.
Is it necessary to confirm the employee's qualifications?
As a rule, yes. Usually the employee's qualifications and the compliance of the employment conditions with legal requirements need to be confirmed. The exact list depends on the position and the situation, and we review it during the consultation.
As an employer, can we invite several employees at once?
Every employment situation is assessed individually. We help employers arrange residence permits for employees and their family members, prepare the company's documents and support the procedure. We review the conditions for each employee during the consultation.
How long does it take to obtain a residence permit for an employee?
The exact term depends on the chosen procedure for reviewing the application and the state fee paid, as well as on the readiness of the documents. During the consultation we assess the timing for your situation and support the process at every stage.
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