Latvia offers residence permits to investors from outside the European Union who place a qualifying investment in the country. Filipino nationals can apply on the same basis as other foreign investors. Latvia has narrowed the options, so this page sets out the current position.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
Filipino nationals are eligible. As citizens of a country outside the European Union, they qualify on the same terms as most other foreign investors, and there is no reported nationality bar.
Applicants generally need a clean criminal record, valid travel documents, health insurance and a qualifying investment held for the residency period. Confirm the live eligibility rules with the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs.
The most stable route is an investment into the share capital of a Latvian company that meets set tax and activity conditions, paired with a one time state fee. Other routes have included real estate, subordinated bank deposits and government bonds, each with its own minimum.
The real estate route faces an uncertain future after a political decision to wind it down, so do not assume it is open. Confirm the current list of routes and the figures with the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs before committing any money.
Residence permits under this route are typically issued for a set term and are renewable while the investment and conditions are maintained. Processing times vary with volume and document review. Confirm current scheduling with the official authority.
The figures below are indicative entry points. Treat them as a starting point only and confirm the current amounts, which routes are open and all fees with the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Company share capital route | From EUR 50,000 | Company must meet set tax and activity conditions. Confirm the current figure |
| One time state fee, company route | About EUR 10,000 | Reported state fee on approval. Confirm the current figure |
| Real estate route | From EUR 250,000 | Future uncertain after a decision to wind it down. Confirm whether it is open |
| Government and processing fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Application and renewal fees apply |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (OCMA, PMLP) publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. Filipino nationals are eligible as investors from outside the European Union. Eligibility depends on a qualifying investment and passing checks, not on nationality.
Its future is uncertain after a political decision to wind it down. Do not assume it is available. Confirm the current position with the official authority before planning.
It is a residence route. A path to citizenship can follow after long lawful residence and meeting separate naturalisation conditions, including language. Confirm the current rules with the official authority.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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