🇱🇻 Latvia · Student
Student Residence Permit (Latvia) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €780 |
| Minimum annual salary | €1,000 |
| Proof of savings | €20,000 |
| Minimum investment | €50,000 |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Language level | A2 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €45 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- valid travel document (passport)
- definite sample form for a residence permit request
- passport
- photography
- criminal report from citizenship or host country if resided >12 months (not for citizens from visa-free countries)
- document confirming the necessary subsistence
- agreement on studies in the Republic of Latvia
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.pmlp.gov.lv/en/residence-permit.
- Typical processing: ~14 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €780.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto de estudante = residência temporária pela duração dos estudos; PR via rota pós-estudo separada. not_applicable. Programa: A residence permit is necessary if you are willing to reside in the Republic of Latvia for a period of time exceeding 90 days within half a ”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.