We review your current permit
We assess the grounds, validity period and the rules that apply to your situation.
When you may need to reapply for a residence permit in Latvia
Contact NBC.LV if:
Your permit is expiringYour temporary residence permit is approaching the end of its validity period.
You previously used the registration procedureYou registered your residence permit and want to continue living in Latvia.
Your permit was issued under the previous lawYou received your permit before the new Immigration Law took effect.
Your circumstances have changedThe employment, business, family or other circumstances on which your permit was based have changed.
Your grounds are unclearYou are unsure whether your previous grounds remain available under the new rules.
You need different groundsYou need to apply for a residence permit on another basis provided by law.
We will assess your situation and identify the steps and documents required for you to continue residing legally in Latvia.
Request a consultationWhat residence permit renewal means in Latvia now
Short answer
Depending on the grounds and the date the permit was issued, the process previously described as renewal or registration may now require a new temporary residence permit application.
It is therefore important to determine which procedure applies to your case before submitting documents.
What we check before you reapply
Since the new Immigration Law took effect, it is important to identify the correct procedure for your current residence permit.
Before submission, NBC.LV checks:
- the grounds and validity period of your residence permit;
- the date it was issued and the applicable transitional provisions;
- the requirements that currently apply to your grounds for residence;
- whether a new temporary residence permit is required;
- whether you can retain your previous grounds or apply on another basis.
For more information about the changes introduced after 15 September 2026, read our article:
What changed in Latvia's residence permit rules after 15 September 2026 →How the residence permit reapplication process works
We identify the required procedure
We check whether you can continue on the same grounds or need to reapply or move to another basis.
We prepare the documents
We compile the required set of documents based on the requirements in force when you apply.
We support the submission
We guide you through the submission process and assist with communication with the immigration authorities.
We support you through the outcome
If necessary, we help prepare additional documents and explain the next steps after a decision is made.
If your previous grounds are no longer suitable
If the conditions on which your current permit was issued have changed, or the previous grounds can no longer be used, we will assess whether you can apply on another lawful basis.
Depending on your situation, this may include:
Permanent residence permit in LatviaLearn more → Residence permit for family reunificationLearn more → Residence permit through employmentLearn more →
EU Blue Card
Residence permit through businessLearn more → Residence permit through investment in company capitalLearn more → Residence permit for studiesLearn more → NBC.LV will assess the available options in light of your circumstances and help determine the next steps.
Frequently asked questions about reapplying for a residence permit
Can I renew my residence permit in Latvia now?
Yes, but the applicable process depends on your grounds for residence, the date your current permit was issued and the rules that apply to your situation. The correct procedure should be identified before you apply.
What has changed in the registration of temporary residence permits?
The process for continuing residence has changed since the new Immigration Law took effect. In some cases, a new temporary residence permit application is required instead of the previous registration procedure.
Can I reapply on the same grounds?
This depends on whether your previous grounds remain available under the new rules and whether the transitional provisions apply to your permit.
What should I do if my residence permit was based on real estate?
Transitional provisions may apply to permits issued previously. Before applying, you need to check the issue date, the grounds for your permit and the rules that apply to your case.
When should I start the residence permit renewal process?
Do not leave the assessment until the final days of your permit. It is better to confirm the requirements, prepare the documents and identify the applicable procedure in advance.