Rank #45 · Feb 2026
Latvia Digital Nomad Visa
Standard EU rules.
Key Requirements
- Visa Fee
- $65
- Processing
- 15 days
- Validity
- 1 year (renewable to 2)
- Income
- $4,200/mo
- Savings Option
- N/A
- Pet Friendliness
- 7/10
- Tax trigger
- 183 days
- Insurance required
- Yes
Cost of Living (Nomad Premium 2026)
Based on short-term rentals, coworking, and expat amenities—not local long-term rates.
- Cost Tier
- Medium
- Total (est.)
- ~$1,900/mo
- 1BR Center
- ~$650/mo
- Coffee
- ~$3.2
- Internet
- 110 Mbps
- Coworking
- ~$160/mo
Visa Overview
Latvia's visa is for those working for companies in OECD countries. Riga is a hidden gem with incredible Art Nouveau architecture and very fast fiber internet.
Pet Entry & Rules
Standard EU rules. Riga is very green with lots of parks. Most people in the city are very accommodating to well-behaved pets.
Tax Residency
Latvia offers a reduced tax rate (15%) for digital nomad visa holders, which is much lower than the standard progressive rates.