Citizenship by Descent

Can I get Latvian citizenship through a grandparent? Yes, you can obtain Latvian citizenship if one of your grandparents was a Latvian citizen before the Soviet occupation in 1940. You must prove this lineage with official documents such as birth, marriage, and citizenship records.

Dual Nationality The Latvian Parliament (Saeima) passed amendments to the Citizenship Law in May, 2013, which allow eligible persons to obtain Latvian dual citizenship. For more information please visit the website of the Latvian Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs .

The Latvia Golden Visa investment options include a contribution to a business, purchase of a property, and a bank deposit. Applicants invest in the share capital of Latvian companies for 5 or 10 years. They can contribute €50,000 or €100,000, depending on the company's turnover and number of employees.