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Obtain Latvian residency through a €250,000 investment in special purpose government bonds.
Last updated: 2025-09-26
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
Latvia's Special Purpose Government Bonds program allows investors to obtain a renewable residence permit by investing €250,000 in approved government bonds. This route provides full Schengen Area mobility for you and your family and a clear pathway to permanent residency and Latvian citizenship.
What you getالمزايا
Obtain Latvian residency with €250,000 investment in government bonds.
Enjoy full Schengen Area mobility for you and your family.
Pathway to permanent residency after 5 years and citizenship after 10 years.
Include your legally married spouse and dependent children under 18 years.
Low-maintenance, passive investment without operational obligations.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Government Bonds Investment
Before investment · Minimum investment in approved Latvian government bonds.
Government processing & registration fees
On application/approval · One-time fee for government processing.
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Applicant ≥ 18 years old.
Non-EU citizen (third-country national).
Clean criminal record.
Investment must be in approved Latvian government bonds.
Maintain the investment during the permit period.
Provide verifiable proof of funds and source documentation.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Funds from illegal sources.
Incomplete, falsified, or unverifiable documentation.
Serious criminal convictions or immigration violations.
The processكيف نعمل
Choose Government Bonds Investment
Select the approved Latvian government bonds route and confirm the minimum investment of €250,000.
Prepare Personal & Financial Documents
Collect and notarize passport, proof of funds, source-of-funds documentation, and other required personal documents.
Submit Application to OCMA
File the residence permit application through the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs or a Latvian embassy/consulate.
Background Checks & Due Diligence
Complete AML/KYC checks, source-of-funds verification, and criminal record review.
Make the Investment & Pay Fees
Transfer €250,000 to the approved government bonds and pay the one-time government processing fee of €38,000.
Temporary Residence Permit Issuance
Receive your initial Latvian residence permit and residence card.
Maintain Investment & Annual Renewal
Keep the bonds for the full 5-year period and make at least one visit per year to maintain residency.
Apply for Permanent Residency
After 5 years of continuous residence and compliance, apply for permanent residency in Latvia.
Apply for Citizenship
Once you complete 10 years of legal residence, apply for Latvian citizenship, subject to language and civic requirements.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity
All documents must be translated into Latvian or English and notarized.
- ✦Certified passport copy
- ✦Birth certificate (attested & translated)
- ✦Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Financial
Funds must be from a legal and verifiable source.
- ✦Proof of funds for investment
- ✦Source of funds documentation
Health & Legal
Health insurance must cover at least one year.
- ✦Valid health insurance policy
- ✦Clean criminal record certificate
Residency
Accommodation can be owned or rented.
- ✦Proof of accommodation in Latvia
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Risk notes
Government bonds are low-risk; early redemption is not permitted. Regulatory changes may affect eligibility requirements.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
This route, answered.
Yes, your legally married spouse and dependent children under 18 can be included.
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A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.