Latvia is a destination of choice for many international workers and companies. If you are planning a Latvian expansion, building a team of talented workers will be key in ensuring a smooth transition. 也就是说，招聘员工只是这个过程的一个步骤。 You’ll also need to ensure that every international employee has the visas and permits they need to live and work in Latvia legally.
Types of work visas in Latvia
All international workers will need 1 of the following visas based on their intended length and purpose of stay:
- Type A, or airport transit visa: This visa is issued to nationals from other countries who need to pass through the airport transit zone in Latvia as they travel to another destination.
- 申根C类签证或短期签证： 该签证也称为统一签证。 It allows an international worker to stay within the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days in a 180-day period. This visa is typically issued for a maximum period of 5 years.
- Type D, or long-stay visa: A long-stay visa is granted to non-nationals who are entering Latvia and need to stay for more than 90 days within a period of 6 months. This visa allows the holder to travel throughout other countries in the Schengen Area during this time but for a maximum of 90 days in a 180-day period.
All 3 of these visas are available as single-entry, double-entry, and multiple-entry within the time the visa is valid. A long-stay visa is necessary for any international employees who plan to obtain a residence permit and work in Latvia.
Requirements to obtain Latvia work visas
To live and work in Latvia, nationals from other countries, with the exception of EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals, will need to obtain a visa (for entering), a residence permit, and the right to employment.
The required documents to support a type D visa on the basis of the residence and work permit vary depending on the applicant’s country of residence. 详细信息可从公民和移民事务 办公室 （OCMA） 在线获取。
Some of the documents to support a Type D visa application may include:
- A passport that has at least 2 blank pages and at least 3 months of validity beyond the visa’s expiration date.
- A completed visa application form.
- 1 passport photo, which should be in color.
- A letter of invitation from the employer in Latvia approved by the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (OCMA) or, depending on the duration of employment, a sponsorship request from the employer in Latvia approved by OCMA.
- Proof of travel medical insurance.
- A copy of the applicant’s flight information for the trip to Latvia.
- Proof of payment for the visa fee.
Some of the requirements for a Latvian residence and work permit may include:
- A passport.
- Proof of accommodation in Latvia.
- Documents supporting the employee’s job qualifications, such as a diploma and CV.
- A copy of the applicant’s residence permit, if available.
- A letter from the employer.
申请流程
While a long-stay visa is required for international employees, this visa alone does not allow the holder to stay for a longer duration. A residence permit is necessary and should be obtained before applying for a visa.
居留许可证由OCMA签发，OCMA是内政部的一个部门。 要申请，员工应填写申请表，打印并签名。 他们应向拉脱维亚驻本国大使馆或外交使团提交填妥的表格和所需的证明文件，所有这些文件都应公证和合法化。 预约是必要的，因为申请人还需要接受面试。 申请人应在 30 天内收到决定。
在OCMA官员批准居留许可证后，申请人可以继续下一步：申请长期签证。 该申请还应在拉脱维亚大使馆提交。 Visa processing typically takes about 5 business days. 经批准，申请人应返回大使馆领取签证。
Before they can begin working, international employees will also need a Latvian work permit. 要获得此许可证，员工需要出示在拉脱维亚的公司的雇佣证明。 Typically, the work permit is often processed concurrently with the residence permit. 工作许可证由 OCMA 签发。 处理工作许可证可能需要一个月，因此建议员工在前往拉脱维亚之前在当地大使馆申请。
获得适当签证后，员工可以前往拉脱维亚。 Upon arrival, they should visit OCMA to pick up their residence and work permit card.
其他重要考虑因素
Latvia is a member of the European Union (EU), which means citizens of other EU member states, as well as EEA and Switzerland, are exempt from the requirement to obtain a visa or residence permit. However, anyone planning to stay in Latvia for more than 90 days will need to register with OCMA.
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