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Visa application form. Fully completed and signed application form. The signature on the application form has to match the signature on the passport.

Original passport. Before applying for a Latvian short-stay visa make sure that your passport has at least two blank pages, and three months of validity beyond the date you plan to leave Latvia and the whole territory of Schengen. Passports older than ten years will not be accepted.

Passport-type photograph. Include two identical photos not older than six months: Photo size is 35x45mm; In colour; The head should take 70-80% of the photo; Light-coloured background; The applicant should be looking straight at the camera; Neutral facial expression; Avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

Previous visas. Copies of your previous visas (if applicable).

Cover Letter. A personal letter in which you explain why you are applying to visit Latvia, how long you plan to stay, when will you leave and other details.

Itinerary. If you plan to reach Latvia through air, submit a document that shows you have a booked flight, to enter and leave Latvia. This document should specify flight numbers, dates, and your details.

Proof of accommodation. For the whole duration of the intended stay in the Republic of Latvia. I.e. Proof of a hotel reservation in Latvia.

Proof of Civil Status. This could be a marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, etc.

Proof of Financial Means. For the period of stay in Latvia. You will need to prove to the Latvian embassy/consulate where you file your application that you have at least 14€ per each day you plan spending in Latvia. If you plan to stay for 30 days and more, you will need to attest possessing at least 430 for your whole period of stay.

Travel Insurance. Valid for the whole Schengen territory, covering expenses related to health care with a minimum of €30,000, including transportation back to your home country in case of serious illness or repatriation in case of death.

Invitation Letter. Invitation letter from the Latvian company you will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied with information on your identity and the dates of your visit.

Employment letter. In this letter should be stated why you will be traveling to Latvia, where you will be staying and indicate who will cover the expenses of the trip.

Proof of Financial Support. Regarding the applicant’s expenses during their stay in Latvia, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.

Additional documents. Additional Latvian Visa Requirements Based on Your Employment Status:
(1) If employed:
- Employment contract
- Current bank statement of the latest 6 months
- Leave permission from the employer
- Income Tax Return (ITR) form or Certificate of Income Tax deducted at the source of salary
(2) If self-employed:
- A copy of your business license
- Company bank statement of the latest 6 months
- Income Tax Return (ITR)
(3) If a student:
- Proof of enrolment
- No-objection certificate from school or university
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(4) If retired:
- Pension statement of the latest 6 months.