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The Republic Of Latvia Visa Issuance Procedure

Original Language Title: Latvijas Republikas vīzu izsniegšanas kārtība

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Clarifies 21.04.1999., Latvia Journal No. 121/122 (1581/1582) Cabinet of Ministers Regulations No. 131 (pr. No 20, § 13) Republic of Latvia Issued the visa procedure in accordance with the law "on aliens and the conditions of entry and residence of stateless persons in the Republic of Latvia" article 8 1 General questions 1. These rules determine the order in which the aliens and stateless persons in the Republic of Latvia are issued visas for entry into the Republic of Latvia.
2. the visa is a check mark in the passport of the Republic of Latvia or another recognised travel document that allows you to enter the Republic of Latvia and to cross its territory in transit.
3. types of Visa are the following: 3.1 entry visas: 3.1.1. single entry visa;
3.1.2. by the entry visa;
3.1.3. multiple entry visa;
3.2. transit visa: 3.2.1. single transit visa;
3.2.2. by the transit visa;
3.2.3. multiple transit visa.
4. Visa categories are as follows: 4.1. diplomatic visa;
4.2. the visa;
4.3. special visa;
4.4. emergency visas;
4.5 private visas;
4.6. the immigration visa.
5. the form of the distinction: 5.1 individual visa;
5.2. group visas.
6. the visa shall be issued by: 6.1. Latvian diplomatic and consular representations abroad (hereinafter representation) — all categories, and the format of the visa;
6.2. the citizenship and Immigration Board (hereinafter the Board): 6.2.1. Administration and territorial sections — all kinds of private, emergency and special visas to persons who legally reside in the Republic of Latvia;
6.2.2. the provision laid down in annex 1 in the Latvian State border crossings — individual and group private single and by the entry visas, transit visas and emergency visas;
6.3. the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (hereinafter referred to as the Department), all the way to diplomatic and service visas.
7. the Administration diplomatic and service visas shall be issued only upon the written request of the Department.
8. Visa cancelled: 8.1 representations;
8.2. Administration (except for diplomatic and service visas);
8.3. the Department (diplomatic and service visas);
8.4. The State border guard of the Republic of Latvia border inspection posts (except for diplomatic and service visas).
9. State border guard of the Government and may withdraw diplomatic and service visas only at the written request of the Department.
10. The rules referred to in annex 2 countries (nationals) can receive visas this provision in annex 1 in the Republic of Latvia on border crossings.
11. the Republic of Latvia visas without presentation of this provision 67.2.1. invitation, referred to in this provision can get referred to in annex 2 countries (nationals).
12. the Republic of Latvia visas on the basis of those provisions listed in subparagraphs 67.2.2. road signs, you can get these rules referred to in annex 3 citizens (subjects).
13. in the receipt of Visa the following documents should be submitted to: 13.1. Republic of Latvia valid travel document (hereinafter travel document). Travel document within the meaning of these provisions have a passport or other travel document if: 13.1.1. it is recognized by the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Latvia;
13.1.2. the period of validity of the document in question at least for two months beyond the expiry date of visa requested;
13.1.3. travel documents at least two free pages;
13.2. a completed and signed application form (hereinafter referred to as a questionnaire), which contains the provisions of the information referred to in annex 4. The questionnaire is not required to submit this provision in paragraph 52 and 56 and 67.2.2. in certain cases;
13.3. photos;
8.3. other documents required for the relevant categories of visas according to these rules.
14. Visa vendor is entitled to request necessary explanations of the purpose of the entry, the person who invites the applicant, date and place of residence in the Republic of Latvia, on the financial resources needed to stay in the Republic of Latvia and the arrangement of its as well as to invite the applicant to appear in person for an interview.
15. the period of validity of the visa may not exceed one year, and it is not renewable.
16. visa except diplomatic, service and special visas, the intended period of stay in the Republic of Latvia shall not exceed 90 days in a calendar half-year, noting that the residence time of a single entry cannot exceed 90 days.
17. in the Republic of Latvia To stay longer than 90 days in the calendar half-year, to receive the residence permit in the Republic of Latvia laws.
18. If a person legally residing in the Republic of Latvia has the right to ask for a new visa procedure laid down in these provisions. To receive the necessary visa documents to be submitted no later than three working days before the previous visa expiry date: 18.1. Department: diplomatic visas and visa services;
18.2. the administration or its territorial departments, other categories of visas.
19. A visa that has expired, is not renewable.
20. If a person can prove that the documentary documents to receive a new visa is not filed in due time, from the independent reason, new visa to be issued.
21. On the issue of visas and related services the State fee to be charged by the Republic of Latvia law and order.
22. Visa shall not be issued if the person has not submitted all 22.1: Visa receiving necessary documents;
22.2. disclaim requested clarification related to the receipt of a visa;
22.3. requesting a visa, has supplied false information;
22.4. is the unresolved identity;
22.5. cannot specify permanent residence;
22.6. you can not prove that she has the necessary financial resources to stay in the Republic of Latvia and then the event to another country where it has the right to enter;
14.1. in the last five years has been expelled from the Republic of Latvia, the Republic of Estonia or the Republic of Lithuania;
22.8. last year received a refusal to issue the visa of the Republic of Latvia;
14.2. has submitted documents for receiving a residence permit in the Republic of Latvia, but has not been granted a residence permit or the approval of the last year has received a refusal of a residence permit;
22.10. a judgment recognized guilty of the crime against peace and humanity, a war crime, or for participating in mass repression;
22.11. to the Court found guilty of a criminal offence, under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Latvia provides for punishment: imprisonment for a period of not less than three years, and is now five years after the sentence;
12/22. violated Latvian legislation relating to aliens and stateless persons entry and residence in the Republic of Latvia, or customs regulations;
22.13. is a member of the criminal, totalitarian, terrorist, an allegation or other organization who uses violent methods or otherwise pose a threat to the Republic of Latvia, the Republic of Estonia and the Republic of Lithuania, the Republic of national security and public order;
22.14. the Republic of Latvia is an unwanted person (persona non grata);
22.15. can not prove that the State in which the person is requesting a visa, so staying illegally;
22.16. with a threat or promise has been trying to influence the officials decision on visa issuance;
22.17. the stated purpose of entry associated with the activities for which the Republic of Latvia require a special permit, but such permission is received by the person;
22.18. has not adhered to these rules laid down in paragraph 15 of the validity period of the visas;
22.19. other laws of the Republic of Latvia in the cases.
23. If the rules referred to in point 22 cases are found after the visa is issued, revoked visas issued.
24. a Person of objectionable under this provision shall recognise 22.14. Department and inform the authorities.
25. The Interior Minister approve the list of individuals in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 22 of the entry of the Republic of Latvia is prohibited. Relevant information to your tasks using Office, Department, State border, agency and other competent authorities of the Republic of Latvia, the Republic of Latvia laws. That list included the person for a fixed or indefinite period in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Latvia for the deadlines.
26. the decision on the issue or refusal to issue a visa will be taken by the Administrative Department or agency authorized officer.
27. the administration of the Chief or his authorized officer is empowered in certain cases to allow the Cabinet to grant a visa in the border inspection posts of their country nationals other than those referred to in annex 2 of these rules.
28. the administration of the Chief or his authorized officer has the right to give permission to be issued a visa if the travel document does not comply with all the provisions referred to in subparagraph 13.1. the requirements in paragraph 22, and in some cases, except in the case referred to in paragraph 22.14. About the visa issue is informed by the National Guard.

29. the Director of the Department is entitled to give permission to be issued a visa if the travel document does not comply with all the rules in subparagraph 13.1. requirements and 22.14. case in point. About the visa issue is informed by the National Guard.
30. The decision on the cancellation of the visa issued shall accept authorised management, Department, agency, or the national border guard official.
31. The officer in accordance with these rules shall be entitled to take the decision not to issue the visa, as well as the decision on the return of the documents to the applicant.
32. If a decision not to grant a visa or to withdraw visas issued, the person's travel document is made the tag with a stamp (annexes 5 and 6).
33. the officials of the applicant is not required to base the decision on the refusal to issue a visa or decision on the visa cancellation.
34. the decision on refusal of visa waiver shall be taken by the administrative Chief, or his authorized officer upon receipt of a written application.
35. The decision on the visa refusal or cancellation may issued visa to appeal to Latvian law.
36. Where a person resident in Latvia, submitted a complaint against visa refusal, it cannot be the basis for that person to continue to reside in Latvia.
37. The question of the issue being considered in the period up to ten working days after the receipt of the required documents, except that rule 60. and in paragraph 64.
38. If the issue requires additional verification or reconciliation with the Government, the review period may be extended to 30 days, except for this provision, the case referred to in paragraph 64.
39. Visa sticker is a mandatory document.
40. The Interior Minister after coordination with foreign ministers approve the instruction on the issue of visas, design, cancellation, records and registration procedures and instructions on the invitation design, validation and transfer arrangements.
2. Visa types 41. Single entry visa entitles the visa specified time once to enter the Republic of Latvia, the time specified in the visa to stay in the country and out of it.
42. By the entry visa entitles visa period referred twice to enter the Republic of Latvia, the time specified in the visa to stay in the country and out of it.
43. a multiple entry visa entitles an unlimited number of times to enter the Republic of Latvia, the time specified in the visa to stay in the country and out of it.
44. The single transit visa entitles visa at a specified time once the appointment of up to 48 hours, stay in the territory of the Republic of Latvia crossing in and out of the Republic of Latvia.
45. By the transit visa entitles visa in time to enter twice, each time to 48 hours stay in the territory of the Republic of Latvia crossing in and out of the Republic of Latvia.
46. Multiple transit visa entitles visa for the time specified in a limited number of times to enter each time up to 48 hours to stay in the territory of the Republic of Latvia crossing in and out of the Republic of Latvia.
47. All types and categories of transit visa to be issued to foreigners and stateless persons, the purpose of which is to enter the Republic of Latvia for crossing its territory in the cases specified in these provisions, under one of the following conditions: 29.3. an alien or stateless person is its national visa, which he intends to enter;
47.2. the alien or stateless person does not need a visa for the country in which he is going to enter.
48. Transit visa is not required for those passengers who pass through the territory of the Republic of Latvia with the international traffic in transit trains, if it stops in the territory of the Republic of Latvia has the customs control and border control.
3. Visa categories 3.1. Diplomatic visa 49. Diplomatic visa can be all the way to the entry visa and transit visa.
50. Diplomatic visa is issued: 50.1. persons who, in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Latvia and the Republic of Latvia to binding international treaties and of diplomatic or consular privileges and immunities recognized and which official arrives in the Republic of Latvia or crossing its territory in transit;
50.2. foreign heads of State, their family members and they guided the delegation members;
50.3. foreign heads of Government, foreign Governments and members of the delegation of the members;
50.4. a foreign Parliament leaders, foreign Parliament members and members of delegations of the led;
50.5. foreign and international organizations and diplomatic agents (representatives) who goes to his diplomatic post or leave it, and their family members who live with them;
50.6. foreign consular officials going to his consular post or leave it, and their family members who live with them;
50.7. foreign diplomats accredited to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as diplomats, if they give a working visit to the Republic of Latvia and the diplomatic mission or the Foreign Ministry submitted a formal request (note);
50.8. officially invited foreign delegates and international organisations and their family members who live with them — if the Foreign Ministry accepted the official visits;
50.9. foreign diplomatic and consular couriers;
50.10. other persons in accordance with the Republic of Latvia to binding international treaties;
50.11. these provisions do not in other cases specified by matching with the Department.
51. for diplomatic visas, the person shall submit the following documents: 51.1. diplomatic passport or other travel documents;
51.2. National Department of Foreign Affairs, diplomatic or consular missions or international organisations concerned or its diplomatic missions in writing (note).
52. for diplomatic visas, there is no need to submit the questionnaire, if that rule 51.2. the written request referred to in subparagraph contains the following: 52.1. person's name and surname, date of birth and nationality (citizenship);
52.2. diplomatic passport issuing country or international organization, passport number, date of issue and date of expiry;
52.3. the type of visa requested and the estimated residence time;
52.4. the purpose of the entry.
3.2. Professional visa service 53. visa can be all the way to the entry visa and transit visa.
54. the visa shall be issued by: 54.1. this rule 50.2 and 50.4 50.3..., the delegation referred to administrative and technical staff;
54.2. foreign diplomatic and consular missions and international organizations and diplomatic missions operating in the technical and administrative staff and their family members who live with them;
54.3. persons who comply with this rule 50. the requirements laid down in paragraph 1, but with no right to receive diplomatic visa;
54.4. persons arriving in the Republic of Latvia of the other important tasks to the Republic of Latvia in accordance with international treaties, binding — only with prior coordination with the Department or departments;
54.5. these provisions in other emergencies — only with prior coordination with the Department or Department.
55. for visa service, the person shall submit the following documents: 55.1. the passport or other travel documents;
55.2. the relevant competent authorities, foreign diplomatic or consular missions or the Department's written request (note).
56. for visa service, you do not need to submit the questionnaire if this rule 55.2. the written request referred to in subparagraph contains the following: 56.1. person's name and surname, date of birth and nationality (citizenship);
56.2. diplomatic passports, service passports, or other travel document issuing country or international organization, passport number, date of issue and date of expiry;
56.3. type of visa requested and the estimated residence time;
56.4. the purpose of the entry.
3.3. Special Visa Visa is 57. Special multiple entry visa.
58. The special visa issued to persons who have these rules referred to in annex 2 countries (nationals) or in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Latvia to the Republic of Latvia or binding international treaties of the Republic of Latvia, the entry does not need a visa and that the purpose of stay in the Republic of Latvia are: 58.1. scientific research and/or teaching job (academics, state accredited educational institutions);
58.2. commercial activity (within the meaning of these provisions — continued and systematic economic activity with capital, which focuses on production, marketing and execution, for profit). Special visa is to be issued in the Republic of Latvia Law registered foreign company to the head of mission;
58.3. the assistance of the Republic of Latvia Government or local authorities;
58.4. the international treaty or the performance of the project involving the Republic of Latvia;
58.5. this rule 58.2, 58.3 58.1, and 58.4. the. referred to the minor children of persons, as well as spouses living with him, regardless of their nationality (citizenship).

59. in order to receive a special visa, the person shall submit the following documents: 59.1. official scientific institutions or state-accredited educational institutions invitation — this rule 58.1. in the case referred to in subparagraph;
59.2. this rule 58.2. in the case referred to in subparagraph: 59.2.1. official invitation letter and contract or other documents showing that the alien has registered in the Republic of Latvia Enterprise (company) or that he is in this company (the company), or that he is a member of the Republic of Latvia Law registered in a foreign company (the company) head of mission;
59.2.2.59.2.1. This provision States the Mission of the notarial certificate of registration of a copy (copy) and the company registry certificate of the company (the company) the founding members and persons with signature rights;
59.2.3. certificate of the State revenue service territorial authorities about this rule referred to in paragraph 59.2.1. of the company (the company) payment of taxes;
59.3. this rule 58.3 and 58.4 in. the cases (official State or local authorities call showing the tasks and their terms;
59.4. this rule 53.6. case in point: a marriage certificate or a copy of the child's birth certificate;
59.5. the laws of the Republic of Latvia in the cases provided for in the public service — employment approved work call.
60. The question of the special issue is being examined in the period up to 30 days after the receipt of the required documents.
3.4. Emergency visa 61. Emergency visas are single entry visa. Emergency visa the maximum expiry period is seven days.
62. the emergency visa issued to persons whose purpose of entry and residence in the Republic of Latvia are: close relatives 62.1. (up to the third degree of kinship) or brother-in-law (up to the second degree of affinity) visit a serious illness;
62.2. participation in the funeral of a relative or brother-in-law;
38.7. close relatives (up to the third degree of kinship) or brother-in-law (up to the second degree of affinity) Tomb visit — no more than twice in any calendar year;
38.8. participation in a natural disaster, accident or other emergency consequences;
62.5. consignment of humanitarian assistance activities;
38.9. other cases, in accordance with the Administration's Chief or Department Director, or their authorized persons.
63. in order to receive emergency visas, the person shall provide: 39.2. documents demonstrating that the conditions referred to in paragraph 62, 62.1, 62.2, as well. and 38.7. in the cases provided for in subparagraph — documents proving kinship or affinity to the person;
39.3. The Latvian Red Cross certificate of burial sites in the Republic of Latvia: 38.7. these provisions in the case referred to in subparagraph.
64. The question of an emergency issue is dealt with in 24 hours, but if the issue of governance, fit-48 hours after receipt of the required documents.
3.5. private visa 65. private visas can be all types of entry visas and transit visas.
66. private visa is issued to persons whose status and/or purpose of entry and residence in the Republic of Latvia can not be based on diplomatic, service, special, extraordinary or immigration visa.
67. in order to receive a private entry visa, in addition to the provisions referred to in paragraph 13 of document a person shall submit the following documents: 67.1. This provision listed in annex 2 countries (nationals), multiple visas for the Republic of Latvia on legal persons the letter with an indication of the need of such a visa;
67.2. their citizens and stateless persons, other than those referred to in annex 2 of this rule, one of the following documents: 67.2.1. Administration of the Republic of Latvia approved natural or legal persons, depending on the entry invitation to the destination;
67.2.2. in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Latvia approved the resort or travel voucher;
67.2.3. documents showing the property or heritage mass being in the Republic of Latvia;
67.2.4. courts, prosecution or inquest, which summons authorities certified by the appropriate authorities in the driver's signature and stamp;
67.2.5. documents certifying that the person is a Latvian or Livonian or that at least one of his parents is a citizen of the Republic of Latvia;
67.2.6. international cargo carriers: 67.2.6.1. single visa for receipts, documents (contracts, road permits, etc.) that confirm the need to deliver goods to the Republic of Latvia and/or get them in the Republic of Latvia, or the Ministry of transport of the Republic of Latvia of issued one-off manufacturing authorization;
67.2.6.2. multiple-visa receiving: 67.2.6.1. these provisions referred to in documents and Administration approved the invitation of a legal person;
67.2.7. journalists — the editorial letter stating the purpose of the entry;
67.2.8. single-entry visas for up to ten days: 67.2.8.1. traveler's checks for the amount of $100 for each day;
67.2.8.2. a document showing certified accommodation reservations;
67.2.8.3. ticket for the outward journey and return with fixed dates;
67.3. This provision 67.2.8. referred visa is not renewable;
41.9. citizens and stateless persons, other than those referred to in annex 2 to these regulations, if they require a visa representative office, which was located in her home country of citizenship, visas, residence permits, or other documents, which give the right to legally reside in the country concerned.
68. Multiple private visa shall not be issued to persons entering the goal is tourist trip. The private visit multiple visa is issued only in some cases after the Department Director or Chief of administration, or their authorized officials of the decision.
3.6. The immigration visa 69. immigration visa is the single entry visa to reside in the Republic of Latvia for 30 days on the basis of a residence permit, the approval of the territorial Department of management receive a residence permit.
70. The immigration visa is issued to the parties not later than two months after the approval of residence permit if their entry into the Republic of Latvia does not need a visa, as well as the persons to whom it is not necessary, but which made use of the allowed number of days of the stay period.
71. If an immigrant visa is not used, a new immigration visa is issued on the basis of a new residence permit approval.
72. in order to receive the immigration visa, submit travel document with a period of validity of at least two months exceeds the approval of residence permit specified in the expected period of validity of the residence permit of permanent residence or, in the case of not less than a year.
73. If the residence permit approval is not used, other categories of visas are issued only after the withdrawal of the request for a residence permit.
4. group visas 74. group visas can be single or by Visa or in a lump sum or by the transit visa; by category-private visa or an emergency visa.
75. the group visa is issued to a group of people organized, with participants appointed by the Republic of Latvia, staying in the country and stands out from its total.
76. for group visas are allowed to submit copies of travel documents, where the term of validity of the document served.
77. Group visas the maximum expiry period is 30 days.
5. Visa control 78. State border guard carries out border control officials of the Minister of the Interior.
79. the decision on the authorisation of the person to enter or not to enter the country to adopt a national border guard official. If the decision is positive, aliens and stateless persons in the travel document shall mark, in the form of a stamp showing the border crossing point and time, if the laws of the Republic of Latvia and the Republic of Latvia in international treaties binding on the other.
80. the national border guard officer mark for entry into the Republic of Latvia and the exit from the made to both the group visas, and each group member's travel document.
81. at the request of State border guard officials of an alien or stateless person must show that the measures referred to in subparagraph 67.2.8.1. travel cheques or 67.2.2. these provisions referred to in point road.
82. the national police, administration and Immigration Police Department controls the aliens and the entry and residence of stateless persons in the Republic of Latvia pursuant to those provisions, and in accordance with the instructions approved by the Minister for the Interior.
83. persons up to the age of 16 the State border of the Republic of Latvia of the cross together with the parents, guardians or other persons responsible for them if: 83.1. responsible travel document is a record of those persons and not pilngadīgaj the relevant foreign law does not provide for a different presentation of travel documents;
51.7. details of the minor is entered to the person in the Republic of Latvia issued visas (if necessary), which accompany the minors referred to.

84. where the border crosses the minor until the age of 16, parents, guardian or other responsible person, travel document also need minor's photograph, if the foreign law is not intended for other travel documentation.
85. where the border crosses the minor up to the age of 16 other responsible person, require notarised parental or guardian authorization.
86. When a person who has not attained 16 years of age, independently cross the State border of the Republic of Latvia, they need a valid travel document and entry visa (if required).
87. A foreign national or stateless person who illegally crossed the State border of the Republic of Latvia, the Republic of Latvia stayed without a valid visa or violated these terms, or other alien helped or stateless person to illegally cross the State border of the Republic of Latvia, is called to account in the Latvian Republic legislation.
88. An alien or stateless person to exit from the Republic of Latvia, his travel document shall mark, in the form of a stamp showing the border crossing point and time, if the laws of the Republic of Latvia and international agreements binding it is not fixed in a different order.
6. concluding issues 89. Visas, which, in accordance with the regulations of the Republic of Latvia and their issue entry visas (approved by the Council of Ministers of 19 February 1993, decision No. 90 "on the entry visa of the Republic of Latvia and the issue of border control of persons crossing the border") issued before the entry into force of these regulations, shall be valid for entry into the Republic of Latvia within the time limit specified in the visa.
90. Be declared unenforceable: 90.1. The Council of Ministers of 19 February 1993, decision No. 90 "on the entry visa of the Republic of Latvia and the issue of border control of persons crossing the border" (Republic of Latvia Supreme Council and Government Informant, 1993, 10/11, 18./19.nr; Latvian journal, 1993, no. 29; 1994, 142 no; 1995, 6, 51 no; in 1996, 93, no. 135, 1997, no. 23);
90.2. The Council of Ministers of 18 March 1993 decision No 139 "On amendments and additions to the Prime Minister of the Republic of Latvia to the Council of 19 February 1993, in decision No 90" (the Republic of Latvia Supreme Council and Government Informant, 1993, 18./19.nr.);
90.3. The Council of Ministers of 19 May 1993, decision No. 249 "On the Republic of Latvia to the Council of Ministers of 19 February 1993, decision No. 90 on the replenishment and control pagaidnoteikum rail service personnel who cross the State border of the Republic of Latvia (Latvian journal, 1993, no. 29);
90.4. The Cabinet of Ministers of 29 November 1994, Regulation No 219 "on amendments to the Council of Ministers of 19 February 1993, in decision No 90" on the Latvian entry visas and border control of persons crossing the border "(Latvian journal, 1994, no. 142);
90.5. The Cabinet of Ministers of 10 January 1995, the provisions of no. 18 "on amendments to the Council of Ministers of 19 February 1993, in decision No 90" on the Latvian entry visas and border control of persons crossing the border "(Latvian journal, 1995, no. 6);
56.3. Cabinet of Ministers of 21 May 1996, Regulation No 184 "amendments to the Council of Ministers of 19 February 1993, in decision No 90" on the Latvian entry visas and border control of persons crossing the border "(Latvia's journal, 1996, nr. 93);
56.4. Cabinet of Ministers of 6 august 1996, the rules no 317 "amendments to the Council of Ministers of 19 February 1993, in decision No 90" on the Latvian entry visas and border control of persons crossing the border "(Latvia's journal, 1996, nr. 135);
90.8. Cabinet of Ministers of 14 January 1997, Regulation No 31 "amendments to the Council of Ministers of 19 February 1993, in decision No 90" on the Latvian entry visas and border control of persons crossing the border "(Latvian journal, 1997, no. 23).
91. the rules shall enter into force on 19 April 1999.
  Prime Minister v. krištopans Interior Minister r. Jurdž in Riga in 1999 April 6, annex 1 of the Cabinet of Ministers of 6 April 1999, the Regulation No 131 of the Republic of Latvia State border crossings, in which foreign nationals (nationals) can get the visas of the Republic of Latvia-Riga International Airport Interior Minister r. Jurdž in annex 2 of the Cabinet of Ministers of 6 April 1999, regulations No 131 countries whose nationals (nationals) of the visa of the Republic of Latvia is the Ministry of the Interior must be submitted to the citizenship and Migration Board confirmed the invitation and visa of the Republic of Latvia may receive Republic of Latvia State border crossings 1. the Argentine Republic Australia 2 Union 3. Kingdom of Belgium Federal Republic of Brazil, 4-5. the Republic of Bulgaria 6.7 South Africa Republic of Chile 8. the Republic of Korea 9. State of Israel 10. Japan New Zealand Canada 12.11.13. The Republic of Cyprus, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg 14.15 Mexican States 16. Principality of Monaco Kingdom 17 Netherlands 18. the Republic of Paraguay 19. The Portuguese Republic 20. The Republic of San Marino, Republic of Singapore 21.22. Uruguay 23. Republic of Venezuela's Interior Minister r. Jurdž in annex 3.
The Cabinet of Ministers of 6 April 1999, regulations No 131 countries whose citizens (subjects) can get the entry visa of the Republic of Latvia on the basis of the Republic of Latvia Cabinet of Ministers approved in accordance with the procedure laid down in the rules of the resort or travel voucher 1. Republic of Belarus, Republic of Kazakhstan 2 3. Kyrgyz Republic 4. Russian Federation 5. Republic of Moldova Ukraine 6 7. Republic of Uzbekistan Interior Minister Jurdž in the R.