Latvian investment immigration focuses on Latvian law:
Article 10 (1) Depending on the reason for the foreigner's entry, the following types of visas shall be issued:
1, Entry visa — allows for stay and departure from Latvia within the specified time limit;
2, Transit visa — allows for transit through the territory of Latvia and departure within the specified time limit;
3, Airport transit visa — allows for passing through the international transit area of an international airport in Latvia within the specified time limit to transfer from one international flight to another.
(2), The visas referred to in Item 1 of this Article may be issued for single, double, or multiple entries and exits.
Article 11 (1) The duration of stay for a visa is generally no more than 90 days within six months from the date of entry;
(2), In accordance with international law standards and the needs of Latvia's national interests, or due to force majeure or humanitarian considerations, the duration of stay for a visa may exceed 90 days within six months from the date of entry.
Article 12 (1) According to the provisions of this Law, foreigners must meet the following conditions when applying for a visa:
1, Hold a valid travel document;
2, Have the ability to pay for their stay in Latvia, return to their country of residence, or travel to a third country;
3, Hold an invitation letter or other documents that can prove sufficient grounds for entry or stay in Latvia in accordance with relevant government regulations;
(2), If the following conditions are met, an invitation letter is not required when applying for a visa:
1, Compliance with international law standards;
2, Compliance with Latvia's national interests;
3, Humanitarian considerations;
4, Due to force majeure;
5, The applicant is of Latvian or Livonian ethnicity, or one or both of their parents are Latvian citizens;
6, The applicant needs to manage their real estate in Latvia or accept an inheritance in Latvia;
7, The applicant needs to appear in court or other legal proceedings in Latvia;
8, The applicant is performing international aviation and cargo transport tasks;
9, It can be determined that the applicant's financial status is sufficient to timely and fully cover the costs of their stay in Latvia, departure, necessary medical care, return to their place of residence in case of serious illness, or deportation if necessary.
(3), Foreigners may submit documents required for visa applications in Latvian, English, French, Russian, or German.
Article 13 (1) Invitation letters shall be confirmed by the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs in accordance with relevant government regulations.
(2), Visas are issued by officials of the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs, the State Border Guard, and diplomatic missions.
(3), Border checkpoints may issue visas in the following circumstances in accordance with government regulations:
1, Foreign seafarers transiting or staying in Latvia in accordance with international law standards;
2, Special approval by the Head of the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs, the Head of the State Border Guard, the Head of the Consular Department, or their authorized officials, in accordance with international law standards and the needs of Latvia's national interests, or due to force majeure or humanitarian considerations.
(4), The procedures for the issuance, registration, revocation, or cancellation of visas, as well as regulations regarding visa validity, shall be established by the government.
Article 14 Officials of the state institutions listed in Article 13, Item 2 of this Law have the right to conduct interviews and inquiries with foreigners and their inviters, and to require them to present supplementary documents that can prove the purpose of entry and stay, as well as provide truthful information, in order to decide whether to issue a visa.
Article 15 According to government regulations, the decision on whether to issue a visa shall be made within 7 working days after the submission of documents; if supplementary information is required, it shall be made within 30 working days.
Article 16 (1) Visas shall be refused to foreigners who:
1, Have not submitted the documents required for a visa application in accordance with government regulations or refuse to provide explanations regarding the visa or residence permit application;
2, Provide false information;
3, The true purpose of entry is inconsistent with the purpose of the application;
4, The information provided cannot prove a reliable relationship with the country of residence or there is reason to believe there is an intention of illegal immigration;
5, Cannot prove they possess the funds required to cover their stay in Latvia and travel to a third country;
6, Are included in the list of persons prohibited from entering Latvia;
7, The inviter has withdrawn the invitation in writing;
8, The Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs has not approved the foreigner's residence permit application or the invitation submitted by the inviter; except in cases where the inviter has withdrawn the invitation in writing;
9, Have committed a crime inside or outside Latvia, for which the sentence under Latvian law could be imprisonment of more than one year; except in cases where the sentence has been served or cancelled, or in cases of conviction abroad where more than 5 years have passed since the completion of the sentence;
10, Cannot prove that they are legally residing in their country of residence when applying for a visa;
11, The applicant or another person has exerted influence on the relevant official to issue a visa through threats or promises;
12, The activity the applicant intends to engage in upon entry is restricted to Latvian citizens or non-citizens, or requires a special permit which the applicant has not yet obtained at the time of visa application. Except in cases where such a permit can only be obtained within Latvia according to regulations;
13, The residence permit has expired in accordance with Article 5, Item 1 or 2 of this Law;
14, The inviter is missing, incapacitated, or deceased;
15, Are listed as prohibited from entering and residing in Latvia based on information provided by foreign functional authorities.
(2), If it is discovered after the issuance of a visa that the circumstances listed in Item 1 of this Article exist, or if the visa issued is incorrect or inaccurate due to technical reasons, the visa may be revoked.
(3), If the circumstances listed in Item 1 of this Article occur after the issuance of a visa, the visa or the remaining validity of the visa may be revoked.
(4), In compliance with international law standards, Latvia's national interests, or due to force majeure and humanitarian considerations, the Head of the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs, the Head of the State Border Guard, and the Head of the Consular Department or their deputies may approve the issuance of a visa to a foreigner restricted by Item 1 of this Article.
Article 17 (1) Officials of the state institutions listed in Article 13 of this Law may make decisions on the issuance, refusal, revocation, and cancellation of visas.
(2), Officials of relevant state authorities are not obligated to explain the reasons for the refusal, revocation, or cancellation of a visa.
(3), Decisions on the refusal, revocation, and cancellation of a visa are not subject to appeal or litigation.
