- In order to join a full time academic course in a Latvian university students are required to hold a residence permit. Nationals of countries listed here and residing in Turkey: http://www.mfa.gov.lv/en/consular-information/obtaining-visas/third-countries-whose-nationals-or-specific-categories-of-such-third-country-nationals-who-are-subject-to-prior-consultation are required to apply for the permit at the Embassy. Residents of Turkey who are nationals of countries that are not on this list may apply for a multiple entry long term visa (national visa) for a period of 90 days in order to travel to Latvia and lodge their application for a residence permit at the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs. The requirements for this type of visa are:
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Passport (time period between the date of its issue and date of visa application must not exceed 10 years and passport must be valid for at least 3 months as of the end date of the planned trip).
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One recently taken passport photo, size 4x5 cm on a plain, white background
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Proof of adequate travel medical insurance for the entire period of stay. The policy should be valid for all Schengen States and covering any expenses that might arise in relation to urgent medical attention, emergency hospital treatment, accidental death or repatriation for medical reasons. The minimum coverage must be 42.600 EUR.
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Invitation approved by the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (click here for more information: http://www.pmlp.gov.lv/en/home/services/visas-and-invitations/)
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Flight / travel reservations or other proof of intended transport
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Proof of means of subsistence
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bank account statement on the account turnover during the last three months
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proof of regular income e.g. salary slips of the last three months (or similar)
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If the applicant is employed:
- letter from the employer and/or approval for leave
- SGK (social security) registration document.
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If the applicant is employed by or owner of a private company:
- the company registration in the chamber of commerce and a copy of the bulletin of the trade register
- tax statement.
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Visa application fee is 60 EUR. (90 EUR as of 1 January 2025)
The requirements for a residence permit for the purpose of studies are the following:
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A filled and signed application form, which can be found here;
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Invitation approved by the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs;
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One recently taken passport photo, size 4x5 cm on a plain, white background;
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A certified police clearance issued by the competent institution of the country where the applicant has resided for a period longer than 12 months;
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Proof of means of subsistence that should contain a date, a reference number, name, surname and position of signatory, signature and stamp of the issuing institution;
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a document confirming the state duty payment, you will find more on the matter
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Proof of accommodation throughout the period of stay in Latvia;
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a studies agreement with an institution of higher education in Latvia;
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proof of qualifications for studies (certificates of previous education);
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a document confirming he state duty payment