Why Latvia is a logical choice for investors from India, UAE, and Nigeria

Investors from countries with limited visa-free access to Europe — such as India, UAE, and Nigeria — increasingly seek legal and strategically beneficial ways to obtain a residence permit in the EU. Comparing programs in Greece, Portugal, Malta, and Latvia, Latvia offers a rare combination of affordable entry, transparent conditions, and real business participation.

For an investor who values control, legal clarity, and flexibility, the Latvian program is not just an option but a logical choice.

💶 Low entry threshold and efficient capital allocation

• Latvia: €50,000 investment in share capital + €10,000 state fee.
• Greece / Portugal / Spain: from €250,000 to €500,000, often in illiquid real estate.

Unlike “golden visas” via real estate purchase, the Latvian model allows not freezing large sums, but directing funds into a stake in a running company — with reporting, real projects, and a return mechanism after 5 years.

🛂 Visa-free travel in the Schengen area

For citizens of India, Nigeria, and even the UAE (whose passports provide access to more than 170 countries), the Schengen area remains visa-restricted. The Latvian residence permit opens:

• free movement across 29 European countries;
• no need to apply for visas for business or personal trips;
• stable and long-term status — immediately for 5 years.

This is especially relevant for entrepreneurs, startup founders, and families with an international lifestyle.

📈 Flexibility and growth opportunities

Unlike standard “passport” programs, the Latvian model provides:

• the ability to participate in the chosen business as an observer or advisor;
• receiving regular reports;
• optional exit from the project after 5 years with partial return of funds;
• optionally — dividends or the role of a minority partner.

For an investor from India — this is an alternative to the overloaded Portuguese system.

For an investor from Nigeria — an opportunity for legal access to the EU with reliable capital protection.

For a UAE resident — a way to have a “Plan B” in Europe without tax burdens or residency obligations.

🧠 Why it works

The Latvian program:

• based on real business participation, not just formal investments;
• does not require the investor’s permanent presence;
• suitable for both active entrepreneurs and passive investors;
• accompanied by professional legal teams and protected by law.

Conclusion

Latvia is a sensible choice for investors from countries where European access is restricted by visas. It offers not just a document but a mechanism for free movement, participation in the European market, and strengthening your international position.

Reliable. Legal. Profitable.