Lets family members of a Latvian citizen, Latvian non-citizen, or a foreigner holding a permanent residence permit obtain a temporary residence permit on family grounds. The sponsor in Latvia must first obtain PMLP's approval of a formal invitation and takes on legal and financial responsibility for the family member.
Spouses, minor children and eligible relatives of qualifying sponsors in Latvia.
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The sponsor must demonstrate sufficient regular means of subsistence, with the published thresholds set per adult and a lower amount per minor child joining.
The most common mistake is submitting your application before the sponsor has formally approved the invitation at PMLP, or filing without complete relationship and consent documents.
A Latvian citizen, a Latvian non-citizen, or a foreigner who already holds a permanent residence permit in Latvia can act as the sponsor (inviter).
Close relatives qualify, including a spouse, children and parents, with eligibility extending to relatives up to the third degree in the direct or collateral line.
This permit lets family members of a Latvian citizen, Latvian non-citizen, or a foreigner holding a permanent residence permit obtain temporary residence on family grounds. The sponsor must first obtain PMLP's approval of a formal invitation and take on responsibility for the family member.
Yes. If you include a minor child, you typically need the other parent's consent for the child to reside in Latvia, notarized or signed before an official.
You generally need a passport copy, the application form, a photograph, proof of the family relationship, proof of financial means, and a police clearance for adults who lived elsewhere for 12+ months.