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Residence Permit in Latvia through Family Reunification
A residence permit in Latvia can be arranged on the basis of family reunification with relatives residing in the country. Spouses, children, parents and other relatives who wish to move to Latvia and live together with a family member, or visit them regularly without arranging a visa, use this option. We help you understand the conditions and support the client at every stage - from the consultation and review of the grounds to preparing documents and receiving the decision.
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Many foreign nationals planning to obtain a residence permit in Latvia face questions right from the start:
- what the conditions for a residence permit are;
- what requirements apply to the applicant;
- which documents need to be prepared and where to obtain them;
- how long the process takes;
- how much the whole process costs.
The answers largely depend on the grounds set out in the law and on your individual situation. Professional support helps you avoid mistakes, save time and go through the procedure calmly and confidently.
Family reunification is often linked to other tasks as well: company registration in Latvia, accounting services and legal support. We help with all of these.
Conditions for obtaining a residence permit through family reunification
- A spouse, as well as minor and adult children of a Latvian citizen, non-citizen or foreigner with a residence permit.
- Parents of a Latvian citizen, non-citizen or foreigner with a residence permit, to live together with the family.
- Relatives up to the third degree of kinship in the direct and collateral line (parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters and other close relatives).
- Confirmation of kinship, availability of accommodation and sufficient means of subsistence to live in Latvia.
What our clients say
We needed to arrange residence permits for me, my wife and our two minor children. NBC.LV carefully looked into our situation, explained the sequence of steps and kept every stage under control, so the whole process went more smoothly than we had expected.
Our working principles
Focus on the result
We start work only where there are real grounds for a residence permit and support the client until the procedure is completed.
Constant communication with the client
We stay in touch, comment on every stage of the process, explain how it is progressing and answer any questions.
Over 25 years of professional experience
Many years of practical experience let us confidently guide the process and take all the nuances into account at each stage.
The process of obtaining a residence permit in Latvia
- 1 Consultation and situation analysis
We discuss the situation, assess the possibility of arranging the permit on the basis of family reunification, and analyze the grounds, legal requirements and the list of documents to confirm kinship.
- 2 Document preparation
We advise on the list of documents from the client's side and prepare the legal part of the package - questionnaires, applications and other forms in line with legal requirements.
- 3 Issuing the invitation
After the documents are prepared, the application for issuing the invitation is submitted 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 means of subsistence, 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 family reunification
Who can obtain a residence permit through family reunification in Latvia?
A residence permit through family reunification can be arranged for a spouse, minor and adult children, as well as the parents of a Latvian citizen, non-citizen or foreigner who holds a residence permit in Latvia. The grounds also cover relatives up to the third degree of kinship in the direct and collateral line.
What needs to be confirmed to arrange a residence permit through family reunification?
You need to confirm the family relationship with a family member living in Latvia, the availability of accommodation and sufficient means of subsistence. Since every family situation is different, it is important to assess the grounds in advance and prepare the documents correctly.
Can a parent of retirement age obtain a residence permit together with the family?
Yes, the parents of a Latvian citizen, non-citizen or foreigner with a residence permit can arrange a permit to live together with the family. Age in itself is not an obstacle, but, as in any case, it will be necessary to confirm the family relationship, accommodation and sufficient means of subsistence. We review each specific situation during the consultation.
Does family reunification apply to brothers, sisters and grandparents?
Yes. A residence permit can be arranged for relatives up to the third degree of kinship in the direct and collateral line, which also includes grandparents, brothers and sisters and other close relatives. The possibility of arranging it in each case depends on confirming the kinship and on legal requirements.
How long is a family reunification application reviewed?
The review period depends on the chosen procedure for reviewing the application and the state fee paid. The application is reviewed by the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs, and additional documents may be requested if needed. We keep in touch with the migration authority and inform the client about the progress of the review.
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