Human trafficking is a modern form of slavery that can affect anyone, regardless of age, education or social status. It can involve exploiting a person’s vulnerability, trust or lack of…
On 14 and 15 October 2026, the annual training on visa matters for officials from Latvian diplomatic and consular missions abroad is taking place in Ankara, Türkiye. This year, consular officials…
On 4 June 2026 in Vilnius, Lithuania, the annual consultations on consular matters between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Baltic States took place, in which participants shared experiences…
On 10 April 2026, the Entry/Exit System (EES) will become fully operational in 29 European countries, facilitating travel to Europe for non-EU nationals travelling for short-term stays. In Latvia,…
As of 1 May 2026, amendments to the Republic of Latvia Cabinet Regulation No. 707 of 21 November 2018, “Price List of the Consular Remuneration of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Procedures…
The Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (hereinafter – the OCMA) has developed a convenient and functional electronic tool (hereinafter – the e-tool) for third-country nationals who legally…
The Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (OCMA) has developed a convenient and functional electronic tool (e-tool) for third-country nationals who legally reside in the territory of the…
On 20 January 2026, Riga hosted consultations on consular matters between Latvia and Uzbekistan, during which participants held in-depth discussions on the current situation and prospects for…
On 4 December 2025, the MARTA Centre association in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosts a meeting for the delegation of partner countries in the project “Let’s Share Knowledge,…
18 October is Anti-Trafficking Day in the European Union. At a time when the global security situation is changing, various forms of crime are developing, and Latvian citizens continue to seek work…
