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Latvia

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Europe — Expat guide for moving and living abroad

Overview

Capital

Riga

Currency

EUR

Continent

Europe

Entry requirements

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Popular passport access to Latvia

Passport Status Max Stay
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Monthly costs

Riga

Rent (center)

700 USD/mo

Groceries

290 USD/mo

Transport

35 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

1,165 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Single Permit (EU)

    Duration: 1-5 years

    Job offer, employer-initiated

  • EU Blue Card

    Duration: 2 years

    Min €2,100/month, higher education

  • Startup Visa

    Duration: 3 years

    Innovative startup founders

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

20% – 31%

Social Security (Employee)

0.105%

EU Blue Card and Startup Visa available.

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Useful Services

Wise

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