Europe

Latvia Residence Permit for Investment

Affordable EU residence from EUR 50K real estate investment. Eurozone member with Schengen access and path to EU citizenship.

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Program overview

Status: Active
Minimum Investment: EUR 330K
Established: 2010
Processing Time: 1-3 months
Schengen Access: Yes

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Investment options

Real Estate

EUR 250K

Government Bonds

EUR 250K

Business Investment

EUR 50K

Other disbursements

Refundable deposit

EUR 280K

Citizenship requirements

Eligibility

After 10 years

Language

Latvian

Test

Required

Key benefits

Schengen area access

Travel to 26 Schengen countries

Family inclusion

Spouse

Dependent children up to age 18

Parents

Tax situation

Income Tax: 25.5-33%
Foreign Income: Taxed
Capital Gains: 25.5%
Dividends: 0-25.5%
Wealth Tax: None
Inheritance Tax: None

Tax Type	Default Rates
Income Tax	25.5-33%
Foreign Income	Taxed
Capital Gains	25.5%
Dividends	0-25.5%
Wealth Tax	None
Inheritance Tax	None

Program details

Latvia offers one of Europe's most affordable Golden Visa entry points, with business investment starting at just EUR 50K (subject to EUR 40K annual tax contribution requirements). Alternative investment routes include real estate, bank deposits, or government bonds at higher thresholds.

The program has seen significant growth, with 2025 approvals up 51% compared to 2024. Latvia provides full Schengen travel rights with minimal presence requirements – just an annual visit for re-registration.

The pathway to citizenship requires 10 years of residency, Latvian language proficiency, and passing a naturalization test. The program is well-established, operating since 2010, and is particularly attractive to investors seeking cost-effective EU access.

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