DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

To apply for a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) in Latvia through real estate investment, you will need to prepare the following documents:

PROOF OF REAL ESTATE PURCHASE

  • Purchase agreement or other documentation confirming the acquisition of real estate.
  • Land Register certificate showing you as the legal owner of the property.
  • Proof of property value and confirmation of full payment.

APPLICATION FORM

  • A completed and signed TRP application form, available from the Latvian Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (OCMA) or their website.

PASSPORT

  • A valid passport with copies of relevant pages. It should be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay.

PHOTOGRAPHS

  • Passport-sized photos (typically two), meeting Latvian visa photo requirements.

 

PAYMENT OF STATE FEES

  • Proof of payment for the state fee, which is 5% of the property value.

HEALTH INSURANCE

  • Proof of health insurance valid in Latvia for the duration of the TRP, covering emergency medical care.

PROOF OF FINANCIAL MEANS

  • Documentation showing sufficient financial means to support your stay in Latvia, such as bank statements or proof of income.

CRIMINAL RECORD CERTIFICATE

  • A police clearance certificate from your home country or any country where you’ve resided for over 12 months in the last five years. This document must be translated into Latvian and apostilled or legalized.

ACCOMMODATION PROOF

  • Proof of accommodation in Latvia, such as a rental agreement if you do not plan to live in the purchased property immediately.

PROOF OF TAX PAYMENTS

  • Proof that all applicable property taxes have been paid.

FAMILY MEMBER DOCUMENTS

  • If applying for TRPs for family members, provide:
    • Marriage certificate for a spouse.
    • Birth certificates for children.
    • These documents must be translated into Latvian and apostilled or legalized.

BIOMETRIC DATA

  • Applicants must provide biometric data (fingerprints and a photo) when submitting their application.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS

  • The OCMA may request additional documents based on your specific circumstances.

TRANSLATION AND LEGALIZATION

  • All documents not in Latvian must be translated by a certified translator. Foreign-issued documents must be apostilled or legalized.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

  • Submit your application at the OCMA in Latvia or at a Latvian embassy or consulate in your home country.

IMPORTANT!

Ensure all documents are accurate and complete to avoid delays in the application process. For professional assistance and to ensure compliance with all requirements, please contact our office, and we will guide you through the application process!

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