Key Points
- Latvia updated its Job Vacancy requirements on 1 January 2025 for employers seeking to hire foreign national employees
New Amendments to Latvia’s Employment Regulations
Latvia introduced several changes to its employment regulations for foreign national employees, effective 1 January 2025. These changes include the following:
- Employers must now justify the number of vacant positions, evaluate candidates proposed by the State Employment Agency (NVA), and provide reasons for rejections.
- The NVA will issue decisions on foreign recruitment within 10 working days of a vacancy’s publication.
- Before submitting a job offer, employers must obtain an opinion from the State Employment Agency.
These changes aim to ensure fair candidate evaluation and prevent the misuse of Latvia’s immigration system.
Content in this publication is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. For additional information on the issues discussed, consult an attorney at Corporate Immigration Partners, P.C., or another qualified professional of your choosing. On non-U.S. immigration issues, consult your Envoy representative, or another qualified representative of your choosing.
