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Business Investment
From €50,000
Invest in a Latvian company; government contribution required.
Program Overview
Why Latvia?
Latvia’s Residency by Investment programme in 2026 offers one of the lowest thresholds in the EU, starting from €50,000 for business investment. Other routes include real estate, government bonds, and bank deposits. Residency permits are valid up to 5 years, renewable, with permanent residency after 5 years and citizenship after 10 years.
Residency by Investment (Golden Visa)
EU Residency with Path to Citizenship
Visa-Free Travel across Schengen Area
Fast Processing (2–3 months)
Lowest Threshold in EU RBI
Eligibility Requirements
- Valid passport and clean criminal record.
- Evidence of lawful funds and source of wealth.
- Qualifying investment in approved routes.
- Maintain investment for permit validity.
- Compliance with Latvian immigration and EU regulations.
Program Benefits
Designed for families, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking global access.
Residency rights in Latvia and Schengen travel.
Family inclusion for spouse, children, and dependent parents.
Pathway to EU citizenship after 10 years.
Fast processing compared to other EU RBI programmes.
Business tax optimisation and rental income potential.
Application Process
We manage each step with legal partners and local support.
Eligibility & Planning
Confirm investment route and family inclusion strategy.
Investment Execution
Complete the qualifying investment and gather supporting documents.
Application Filing
Submit application to Latvian authorities with translations and notarizations.
Approval & Residency Card
Receive Golden Visa residency card upon approval.
Renewals & Citizenship
Maintain residency, renew permits, and apply for citizenship after 10 years.
Associated Costs
Placeholder costs shown below. These will be updated with official fees.
Minimum qualifying investment
From €50,000–€280,000 depending on route
Government fees
Approx. €2,000–5,000 per applicant
Legal / due diligence
Varies
Translation & notarization
Varies
Frequently Asked Questions
Example answers until program-specific data is finalized.
Is real estate eligible?
Yes, minimum €250,000.
Can family be included?
Yes, spouse, children, and dependent parents are eligible.
When can I apply for citizenship?
After 10 years of continuous residency.
What changed in 2026?
Stricter compliance checks and discussions on reducing company-investment permits from 5 years to 2 years.