European Residency Through Property Investment (Latvia)

Fast, investor friendly EU pathway for families. Low stay, Schengen access, and a route to long term residency

Projects

Invest in Riga Waterfront. Secure EU Residency.

Own at the Soho Cluster and unlock EU (Schengen) residency for the whole family.

Why Latvia

EU • Schengen • EurozoneLegal protections & free movement
Emerging investment hubLow taxes, digital economy growth
Strategic locationGateway to Nordics & Western Europe

Program Snapshot

Minimum Value

€250,000 (incl. 21% VAT on units)

Fast Start

€100,000 refundable deposit to initiate

Validity

5-year residence, renewable

Family

Spouse & children (u18) included

Travel

Schengen 90/180-day mobility

Work & Live

Right to live & work in Latvia

Soho Cluster — Riga Waterfront

Soho Cluster — Riga Waterfront
Artist’s impression • For illustration only

Mixed-use waterfront district by a world-class developer: hospitality, education, retail, culture and a private beach + yacht club, connected by a smart mobility hub.

  • 5-Star Waterfront Hotel
  • International School
  • Shopping District (heritage power factory)
  • City Heritage Museum
  • Private Beach & Yacht Club
  • Smart Mobility Hub
Buildings: Courtyard Club Plaza

Units & Pricing (incl. 21% VAT)

1 Bedroom

From €250,000

Freehold ownership

2 Bedroom

From €350,000

Freehold ownership

3 Bedroom

From €760,000

Freehold ownership

Best-in-Class Payment Plan

  1. 5% Booking
  2. 5% After 3 Months
  3. 10% After 8 Months from Booking
  4. 80% On Handover (~3 years)
Fast-track residency can begin with the €100,000 refundable deposit.

Who Can Apply

  • Non-EU/EEA/Swiss national, age 18+
  • Clean record; lawful, traceable funds
  • Valid health insurance
  • Registered Latvian address (lease/owner consent)
  • Spouse & children under 18 included
  • One visit per year to maintain status
  • Schengen mobility (90/180 rule)
  • Right to live & work in Latvia

Required Documents (Concise)

  • Passports, photos, application forms
  • Police clearance certificates
  • 12-month bank statements
  • Proof of funds & lawful source
  • Marital & birth certificates (as applicable)
  • Health insurance policy
  • Latvian address evidence
  • State fee receipts
  • Any additional OCMA requirements

Fees & Costs (Indicative)

State fee (property route)
5% of property price
State fee (equity route)
€10,000 (one-time)
OCMA application fees
~€160–€560 per person
Land Register
1.5% (cap €50k) + €15 stamp
Notary
~€150
Yearly registration
~€75–€290 per person
5-year renewal
~€5,000 (+ OCMA fees)

Figures are indicative and may vary by route and personal circumstances.

Processing & Timing

  1. 01 Select unit & sign reservation
  2. 02 Pay €100k deposit & compile documents
  3. 03 OCMA review (~30 days, extendable)
  4. 04 Visa issued (~45 days) & residency granted
  5. 05 Handover in ~3 years; final payment

Beyond Temporary Residency

Permanent Residence

Eligible after 5 years (residence compliance + A2 Latvian language).

Citizenship

Possible after 10 years of permanent residence (language, civics & integration tests).

Compliance & Restrictions

AML/KYC: funds must be lawful and traceable; authorities may request enhanced checks. Certain nationalities may be restricted by Latvian regulations. Residency decisions are at the sole discretion of OCMA and are not guaranteed.

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