To legally work in Latvia, members of the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) do not require a work visa or work permit. Non-EEA nationals, however, require both – which are both granted on the application of a Long-Stay Visa.
A Long-Stay Visa D authorizes a person to enter Latvia for a maximum period of a year, but the need for a work permit and/or residence permit depends on the type of national visa, which varies according to the job and qualifications of the foreign national. Non-EEA nationals (in both cases) must also apply for social insurance and a tax number. Long-Stay Visas, or Work Visas, are normally authorized for a year, but they can be renewed.
Non-EU and non-EEA nationals may also apply for an EU Blue Card – this works both as a work and residence permit for highly-qualified non-EU workers who wish to work and live in the EU. To meet the qualifications, you will need:
After entering the Schengen Agreement, Estonia became extremely attractive for immigrant workers from Ukraine and other countries. In order to work here legally, foreign nationals need to obtain a work permit, which is a part of professional scope of the entire team of specialists at our agencies for employment in Europe. Estonian «D» type work visa, valid for 365 days from the date of receipt, enables to travel within all EU countries without any restrictions, enter and leave the Schengen area over and over again staying in its territory in total for no more than 90 days within 180 days’ period.
Invitation drawing up time: 2 MONTHS
Visa processing time: 30-45 DAYS after document submission.
Visa period of validity: up to 1 year (for the duration of an invitation).
A work permit for Estonia.
Providing a job offer
Filling out visa application form
Health insurance card for getting visa and crossing of a state border (Estonia)
Specialist advice
Receiving passport with visa without personal attendance
In recent years, more and more job-seekers are coming to Lithuania. For EU citizens, the process of employment in Lithuania is fairly simple. Those arriving from non-EU countries must go through certain procedures, where most important ones are to first find an employer and get a work permit or a decision on compliance with labour market needs. After that, a foreigner can apply for a work visa or a residence permit.
Like any other country, Lithuania has a unique set of laws regarding immigration and foreign nationals who wish to work in the country. It’s part of the European Union (EU), which means citizens of other EU member states do not need a work permit or visa. For citizens outside of the EU, there are several visa options.
Individuals who plan to work in Lithuania will generally need to obtain two separate documents: a work permit and a visa to enter and stay in Lithuania. The visa required for foreign employees is referred to as a national visa (D).
It is the employer’s responsibility to apply for a work permit on behalf of the foreign employee. The employee should provide the employer with the necessary documents, which include:
Proof of qualifications for the job, such as previous professional experience and education
Personal identifying information