Updated: 26.01.2026.
By the expiration date of the permit:
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the state language examination must be passed;
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documents must be submitted to the OCMA to apply for European Union long-term resident status or a permanent residence permit.
Documents required to apply for European Union long-term resident status:
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application form;
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additional application form for citizens of the Russian Federation;
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photograph;
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document confirming regular financial means of at least the minimum monthly wage — EUR 740 as of 01.01.2025, EUR 780 from 01.01.2026 (over the past 12 months or proof that a pension has been granted);
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document confirming payment of the state fee.
- electronically, by authenticating each document with a secure electronic signature and sending them to the electronic mail address pasts@pmlp.gov.lv or the address of any territorial department of the OCMA;
- by post to the address of any territorial department, with your e-mail address and a telephone number for contact.
The processing time for the submitted documents is 30 days. Expedited processing within 10 business days is also possible.
A state fee of 160 EUR is payable for reviewing documents within 30 days, and 280 EUR for reviewing documents within 10 working days.
Requisites for payment of the state fee:
Beneficiary: State Treasury
Registration No. 90000050138
Beneficiary institution: State Treasury, code TRELLV22
Account No. LV37TREL1060140918500
Purpose of payment: “Cabinet Regulation No. 731 and the name of the person for whom the state fee is paid, requesting the status.
Obtain further advice by sending an e-mail to mn@pmlp.gov.lv.
It is possible to request any other temporary residence permit in accordance with the Immigration Act, for example, in connection with family reunification.