Country-Specific Brexit Information

• Published date: 28 December 2020
• Subject Matter: Government, Public Sector, Immigration, Constitutional & Administrative Law, General Immigration, Work Visas
• Law Firm: Envoy Global, Inc.
• Author: Envoy Global, Inc.

UK nationals who have been legally living in Latvia before December 31, 2020 when the UK withdraws from the EU may continue to live, study, and work in Latvia through rights established through the Withdrawal Agreement. UK nationals who are residents of Latvia by the end of the Brexit transition will be covered by the Withdrawal Agreement, and their rights will be protected if they remain a resident. UK nationals should make sure they are registered as residents.

Entry and Residency Requirements

UK nationals will be able to stay in Latvia if they were residents before December 31, 2020.

UK nationals who have previously registered for residency in Latvia must apply for a new residence document after the Brexit transition to remain in the country. Individuals can complete their application online through the government's Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (OCMA). Applicants must include a copy of their passport with their application. The passport copy can be mailed to the OCMA or submitted electronically along with the applicant's e-signature to the regional division of the OCMA where the applicant plans to pick up the new residence document. New residence documents will be available starting in January 2021.

UK nationals who have been living in Latvia for more than 90 days but have not previously registered as residents must register with the OCMA to obtain a residence permit. UK nationals must also provide their place of residence, which can be done at the OCMA, at a local municipality, or online through the Public Administration Services Portal.

The Latvian government will provide information as available for UK nationals who move to the country after the Brexit transition.

Starting on January 1, 2021, travel is permitted in the Schengen area for up to 90 days in a 180-day period without a visa to visit family or friends; attend business meetings, sports events, or cultural events; for tourism, and for short-term study or training. Travelers should note...