Naesby
English expat in Latvia
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Lives in Leipupe
Registration: 10 November 2013
Request on learning how to YouTube my work and art (Latvia) by Naesby
Need you tuber to help in filming gardens and work on my gardens in North Latvia near Limbazu . Need to learn how its done . Anyone helpful
@Bhavna How kind of you to reply. No. The truth is never tried anything. have not a camera or equipment as yet as have no clue to what is required . I do, however , own the five acre gardens around the house. Have bu9ilt them over some 6 years of ... Read More
Request on learning how to You Tube my work and art
Need you tuber to help in filming gardens and work on my gardens in North Latvia near Limbazu . Need to learn how its done . Anyone helpful Read More
New members of the Latvia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Latvia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@hkhanjsr6679 If you have papers to show you are trained in your field why not write to Riga hospital . Latvia is a cold hard nation at minus 35c in winters . Summers almost reverse order 32c plus . Takes time to find home as rents are very high in ... Read More
New in Latvia by Jacoba Romkes
Hi, my name is Jacoba, start living in Riga since April 2024. I travel and work the last 7 years abroad. I left Holland in 2018. More interest are music, blogs, swimming, nature lover, cooking and so more.
@Jacoba Romkes It takes time I know,to settle down . If you have a job here . I dont work i have incomes to live off . Gardens now mowed looks amazing rather more like England than Latvia . If you feel like a visit to see garden one says in this ... Read More
New in Latvia by Jacoba Romkes
Hi, my name is Jacoba, start living in Riga since April 2024. I travel and work the last 7 years abroad. I left Holland in 2018. More interest are music, blogs, swimming, nature lover, cooking and so more.
My name is Sir Kevin Parr .I came here after death of my wife in cancer to start all over again . Built house and 5 acres of English art and craft garden rooms and avenues . Spend my days in work i love inside my hedged tall world . Hope you like ... Read More
New members of the Latvia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Latvia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@Julien I came here 2012 built a house and turned over 12 years a 5 acre cow pasture into orchard and English art and craft Garden rooms . I am now retired lawyer from England . Spend my full summer time building more garden ideas in spaces hedged ... Read More
Latvian name and English name differences and UK Visa complications by drilu682
Hi All, I have recently gained Dual Latvian Citizenship and my Latvian name is very different to my English name which I have had forever. I am wanting to get a Latvian Passport in wake of Brexit etc however am unsure whether to use the Latvian ...
They tried adding an S on my English name .I refused to sign it and made such a fuss .I told the official I am a British subject not Latvian no need to learn it as only a resident .They contacted me to invite me to be a permanent resident but name ... Read More
Latvian name and English name differences and UK Visa complications by drilu682
Hi All, I have recently gained Dual Latvian Citizenship and my Latvian name is very different to my English name which I have had forever. I am wanting to get a Latvian Passport in wake of Brexit etc however am unsure whether to use the Latvian ...
@solentlife What do you mean .Resident card your always a British subject in this world .The card allows you to live in any other country but your mane can never alter .Alter it in any way is jail offense Read More
Retiring in Latvia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Latvia? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
@Lewis Clementson Hi Lewis long time since last meet .Hope all is good for you .Gary told me you left Latvia to minister in Asia . Bit of a difference to here. Read More
Obtaining driving license from Latvia without resident permit ? by Tiger_5
Dear expats, I find my self in a bit of a sticky situation with regards to obtaining my driving license. I have lived in Riga for 5 years while studying for my bachelors, with a valid resident permit for studies. I decided that before i left Riga ...
@chudary25 If you have a driving license already yes you can exchange it if you come to Latvia but only when registered as resident Read More
Obtaining driving license from Latvia without resident permit ? by Tiger_5
Dear expats, I find my self in a bit of a sticky situation with regards to obtaining my driving license. I have lived in Riga for 5 years while studying for my bachelors, with a valid resident permit for studies. I decided that before i left Riga ...
@chudnOary25 No as it must be where you live to be address linked Read More
Driving license in Latvia by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Latvia? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Latvia? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
In short NO. My advice is to take your driving test in own nation. Then you can use it in any Eu nation. Once established change it for Latvian license . So easy to do it costs around 5 euro and fill in a form hand over your license and they hand ... Read More
Obtaining driving license from Latvia without resident permit ? by Tiger_5
Dear expats, I find my self in a bit of a sticky situation with regards to obtaining my driving license. I have lived in Riga for 5 years while studying for my bachelors, with a valid resident permit for studies. I decided that before i left Riga ...
It came up as new in my text message Yahoo. No matter many thanks for telling me I can forget it now .One less thing of concern Read More
Obtaining driving license from Latvia without resident permit ? by Tiger_5
Dear expats, I find my self in a bit of a sticky situation with regards to obtaining my driving license. I have lived in Riga for 5 years while studying for my bachelors, with a valid resident permit for studies. I decided that before i left Riga ...
@Tiger_5 Once your settled give me s shout I live around the village of Liepupe Salacgrivas novads .I know most English people who now live over here. Maybe useful to you Read More
Change of surname on passport by fred83
Hi Guys, What follows is something really specific to this case. I do need your expertise here. :) My girlfriend and I are getting married in one month and a half and she will be taking my surname: Gatti. By Latvian laws this cannot be written ...
Inform the passport office you had it from and ask from them. It's the only way you can be sure. Read More
Driving license in Latvia by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Latvia? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Latvia? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
@solentlife I have a Latvian driving license as I live in Latvia .I changed mine years ago in less than three minutes all that I can drive on British License is printed same on Latvian license even my army tank license called track laying vehicles ... Read More
Part time jobs at latvia by meera20
Hi, Im a mba aspirant from india planning to study at riga will i able to get good part time jobs at riga if so what will be the wages.Please guide me on the same. Also do i need to learn any other language to survive in latvia other than english
@solentlife And always will.Here you can vote but nothing changes same people stay in power Read More
New members of the Latvia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022
Latvia is safe place to settle.Putins days are drawing to a close . I reside in Latvia since 2011. Have house we built and English gardens form farm fields .If I listened to idiots worried about war I would not have come here. War is fear and fear ... Read More
Driving license in Latvia by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Latvia? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Latvia? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
@Armand You can drive in Latvia on British License until it runs out but British car only 3 months . I changed my British License about year after I came here as it made sense to me to do that. To get Latvian License is simply cost 10 euro for new ... Read More
Driving license in Latvia by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Latvia? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Latvia? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
Not a hope sorry.If your on a British License it will give you 3 months of oversea driving in EU or most other nations accept British anytime. I can drive back to England on Latvian driving License and in 3 months automatic replacement to English ... Read More
Driving license in Latvia by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Latvia? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Latvia? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
If you live in Latvia go to driving license Government office in your town or city. Take license British with you . They will do it all for you .All info you will be asked you will know.So dont fear just appear and ask for license form to transfer ... Read More
Retiring in Latvia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Latvia? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
So good you moved to Asia. Lewis why only because of sex trade Read More
Want a job in Latvia for stay there. Thank u 🙏 by Nishan Giri
My self Nishant Giri from Nepal 🇳🇵 I don’t have any job so I want a job in Latvia 🇱🇻 and want to satay there with family and make a bright future with happy life so plz help me to get any job ? Will u help me to ...
My best wishes to you. Latvia is a cold winter place .Down to minus 24c in February, March .can go down to minus 32c. Jobs here pay so little and lots cant survive as jobs are scarce outside city of Riga . Rent is high and tax on small jobs higher ... Read More
Change of surname on passport by fred83
Hi Guys, What follows is something really specific to this case. I do need your expertise here. :) My girlfriend and I are getting married in one month and a half and she will be taking my surname: Gatti. By Latvian laws this cannot be written ...
ill try to help. I cant see why you have to change passport. You keep your identity and nation you can do what the rest of us do just register as resident. No change in anything then. You can even vote in local elections buy a house anything as a ... Read More
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Latvia by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Latvia. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
hello I do not need a job but my thoughts are city only jobs. Out in rural bliss only builders sparks and bricklayers .Speaking Latvian German or Russian. In Riga more chance of employment but all need English with Latvian. No Russian mentioned in ... Read More
can I earn 800 euro per month in part time job ? by Anuka s.
Hello! My name is anuka. I live in sri lanka. I need to know 'can I earn 800 euro per month in part time job. cleaner or waiter part time???
Jobs here are not like pay in England or elsewhere. If untrained expect low income of Government figures around 380 to 420 euro fora month at 50 hours a week. All youth left for better wages and conditions. Here a population of under two million ... Read More
can I earn 800 euro per month in part time job ? by Anuka s.
Hello! My name is anuka. I live in sri lanka. I need to know 'can I earn 800 euro per month in part time job. cleaner or waiter part time???
YES but no wage in LATVIA will cover that 800 a month as it is only doctors wage. All who want that live here but work in Norway or Sweden and come back to family four times a year. Average wage for semi skilled is around 400 euro per month. That is ... Read More
How to bring your car to Latvia by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Latvia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...
Hi Paul my English car sits in garage unused. No one will by it so breaking a six year old RHD 2liter RangeRover up is only hope to sell parts. I could spend 2000 euro on changing over the steering and lights then MOT and Government re plating but ... Read More
Clearing my doubts about latvia
My thoughts are ask Embassy in Riga. If you decide to come here you will need to register as resident. You are to have chest xray and will be checked by doctor. Easy really. Wage here varies but common as wage is 340 euro tops for month. Latvian way ... Read More
Paying bills in Latvia
Hi to pay bills here such as tv and internet cost is hard. Big bills through internet banking but small ones cause problems as any way post office charge fortune of 4 euro to pay a bill of 16 euro. Same if you use shops to pay bills. Makes a profit ... Read More
Healthcare in Latvia by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Latvia ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Latvia? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
You are very welcome and thank you for your reply. Depending were you settle in Latvia we have a group of mainly English speaking men.We meet in Riga monthly for bowling or luncheon or just to relax with coffee and chin wag. You are welcome to join ... Read More
Healthcare in Latvia by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Latvia ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Latvia? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Ah! yes remember that when I arrived here. Place in Limbaji town centre who deal with car insurance did mine. Wanted 60 lats then for two yes cover. It included taking me back to England if big operation was needed. After that no one asked to renew. ... Read More
Healthcare in Latvia by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Latvia ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Latvia? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Doctor who sends you into local hospital . Nothing costs a fortune here. About 12 euro max from your local MD Read More
Healthcare in Latvia by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Latvia ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Latvia? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
I live in rural parts outside any city area. Visit to doctor cost my 3 euro .Driving License swop to Latvian as pensioner cost 15 euro including medical and xray costs at hospital.Why do you need to pay expensive insurance are you very ill. Only an ... Read More
New members of the Latvia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Latvia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello jobs here pay so little and are so few all youth has vanished to USA UK and beyond. Best look in Riga as shops sometimes have part time jobs. Outside of Riga forget it. All here are old pensioners with little to live up as pensions for ... Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
If you have been offered 1400 euro per month grab it now. Average wage is around 500 per month. World is yours on that wage dear boy. What I want is a good top quality Indian curry house on the British curry taste place to eat. Nothing like it here ... Read More
sending boxes to Latvia by Lewis Clementson
I am moving to Latvia, and of course, cannot take all my belongings with me on the plane. I must mail them. It is approximately five mid-size boxes. I have housing arranged for my first week through airbnb.com, but after that I don't have any ...
Pack all and hire a container sent by ship to Riga port. You arrive and bring a van and empty at your pace. Cost less than ever you think. I did it you can.I too was a lawyer so know all the tricks. Cost me around 450 pounds half shared container ... Read More
Coming to Riga by Lewis Clementson
Hello, I am coming to Riga very soon and do not know anyone. Can someone suggest a place to live, not expensive, in or near, the city center? It would also be very comforting to have someone who speaks English and knows the city to fill me in and ...
Hello Lewis.Seems you have pushed the right button. We small group of English ex pats living around Riga have a club of old rouges. We meet regular are mostly pensioners some with business some not. To live in the city is not cheap as rates can be ... Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Latvia
Hello dear lady, I studied law at Oxford. History at Liverpool uni. Worked in law and in hobby time six history books. Came over here to retire having sold my practice to partners. Came here 6 years ago built house and six acre English landscaped ... Read More
Here is my story. by happythoughts44
Hey guys! I am moving to Riga, Latvia and have to say this is quite the change for me. I lived in Tokyo for 4 years teaching English, loved the atmosphere, the hustle and bustle of it all. I was offered a job in Moscow but the complexity of the ...
If you are Joe from the army days now on motorbike loving I also ex army. I live out in the sticks but we met in Limbaji DIY place not long since. If not you sorry. I too like peace and in my 2 acres landscaped garden still have a hoard of invaders ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Latvia by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Latvia is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your opinion, what ...
Any helpful business. Mowing lawns to delivery driving with own van. No shop that sells will deliver here you have to find own way to ship cement , wood , bricks , showers and all furniture by means arranged by yourself. Really upsetting in my book. ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Latvia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Latvia is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Latvia? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Hot summers with mosquito attacks for about 3 weeks in late Spring.Cow flies all summer and only rAIN stops the problems. In July most settles down so July August and September is summer. Heat can be up to 100f daily. Once last week 120f for four ... Read More
Obtaining driving license from Latvia without resident permit ? by Tiger_5
Dear expats, I find my self in a bit of a sticky situation with regards to obtaining my driving license. I have lived in Riga for 5 years while studying for my bachelors, with a valid resident permit for studies. I decided that before i left Riga ...
You have no option open to you. You must apply for a residents permit .To buy one is around 26 euro for three years. You must have had 3 months living here and an address. If you tell them you are leaving to go back to EU then no you will not be ... Read More
Here is my story. by happythoughts44
Hey guys! I am moving to Riga, Latvia and have to say this is quite the change for me. I lived in Tokyo for 4 years teaching English, loved the atmosphere, the hustle and bustle of it all. I was offered a job in Moscow but the complexity of the ...
My thoughts dont do it, Go home to England as I want to do.Latvians are funny as they half understand jokes but have no humour and in may case have ended badly. For instance said when power went of, as it does, Oh! no one paid the bill. Up and ... Read More
Retiring in Latvia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Latvia? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
Hello Priscilla. I moved here before retirement in order to build a house. National Trust a qango Government office robbed me of my family home in England on old Crown land taxation. I went into rented and saved working all hours being taxed on ... Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Latvia
Dear you, yes I have a history degree and part law PHD first from Liverpool University UK later from London Tech but had my life in law court work now happily retired. No point in working all your days if your head is switched on with education why ... Read More
New members of the Latvia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Latvia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Yes always here been that way for years. No rates no worries just peaceful gardening , Odd dinner party here and there otherwise happy to have a good life style. English gardens. Writing articles that pay. Lazy afternoons until friends decided to ... Read More
Right handed cars in Latvia by menis112
Hello, I am thinking about buying a right handed car from UK, change the steering wheel to the left and register it in Latvia. Is it allowed to register and drive cars in Latvia, which steering wheel is moved from right to left?
Yes you may change steering over and re reg .It can cost over 1600 euro for just the job then dealing with plating after that MOT and off you go. My car is Rover 45 tdi 89k on clock from new issue to me 2003. 1200 the dash 1000 the change over and ... Read More
New members of the Latvia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Latvia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Get on a ship with your two passports ask the captain to marry you and you then have marriage license. On shore in either country or any place in this world you are indeed married. if she wants a big church marriage why not ask the vicar priest or ... Read More
Are you happy in Latvia?
Yes and no. Made mistake of trust when my partner suggested i sell my house in UK to builda bigger one here. It is her barn shed of wood but I speant my savings my private pensions and no my state pension of this project.She now tells me I have done ... Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Latvia by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Latvia? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
no I said it matter s not. You must learn the language but none of us bother as besides manners with some kind words learned being just resident allows you to have everything so why bother going the full hog. Im happy as it is and so about sixty ... Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Latvia by Bhavna
Hello everyone, What are the requirements for acquiring citizenship in Latvia? For example, length of residence, language requirements, employment etc.. What formalities are involved in the process? What is the policy on dual-citizenship in ...
Hello, in answer to all you wrote as I live , and have done for six years in Latvia as resident only nothing is required for you to be citizen. No as far as I know if you speak the lingo and have job and residence no problems. From my stance I need ... Read More
How to bring your car to Latvia by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to Latvia, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps the age of ...
You cannot bring a right hand drive UK car here to Latvia. In all EU nations it is accepted but Latvia has a Russian government so ignore each and every EU law and still accept all grants. Roads are dangerous dust bowls so a good car will not last ... Read More
how to get married in latvia by LALALANDk
hi everyone , my name is anna and i am from albania which is a non european contry, and my fionse is from latvia but he is resident in ireland for 5yeas now, we have been together for 2 years and we are planing to get married this month in latvia ...
Hello being an English titled expat living in a house I built on land belonging to my partner whom is Latvian. One thing is no law exists for splitting things up if anything goes pear shaped. No solicitor will take a case on against a Latvian ... Read More
How has your life changed in Latvia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Latvia? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...
Dear you, yes Latvia is cheaper than UK. Housing if you buy is cheaper but Latvian roads , considering we pay road tax and MOT are biblical outside of Riga. Cars so bad and always to repair springs and suspension makes driving far far dearer than ... Read More
Do you speak Latvian? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Latvian is essential for a successful integration in Latvia. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Latvian? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
Learning Latvian is harder than any other save Russian. If young you may have chance but middle aged or pensioners never. You see Latvia is one third the size of Wales with less than half the population of Cardiff here. So if Wales is an ethnic ... Read More
Free Bank Account for non residents in Riga, Latvia? Please Help! by Roznoshchik
Hi all, I have been trying for a few months now to process my self-employed residence permit in Latvia and I keep running into issues with the required paperwork from my bank that verifies my funds. The Latvian government wants an official ...
Dear sir business in Latvia? banks here can fall pretty fast. My way is to bank in my home nation and draw out when needed by any bank here hole in wall or over counter. No account required. i live here full time with no problems this way. No one ... Read More
SOS! Playmate and help in your language to my two boys(2&5 years). by katjusha610
Small remark....not in Moscow now,but in Riga till May 2017!!! Dear Expat members, I'm desperate to find native speaker for my two boys to teach any of these languages: Latvian, German,French, English or Spanish, but I can not find someone ...
Hello why pay out as your English is good enough to teach your two boys. English being universal language far more so than all others it is internet world so do it. Learning a language can be done easily by buying training discs you can play ... Read More
Englishman Moving to Latvia by GuestPoster233
Hi, I am moving to Latvia , liepaja possibly next year with my girlfriend. I am currently a Health club assistant manager with gym instructor qualification and also will have a personal training qualification among others including leisure ...
Dear Ben in honest words ,no dont. Here is only good for retired English as Latvian is spoken by less than a million people here. It is a harder language then worth it. Russian is more universal. Everyone speaks it here. So jobs no pay so little ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Latvia? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Latvia, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
I see your plight dear sir. Yes retired myself at 50 so there we are two business men wanting different things. I was a solicitor for my sins. England was my love but here I am not always happy but i am getting there slowly. Just created a proper ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Latvia? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Latvia, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
I know exactly what you are up against. My wife is Latvian too but I am an English Baronet. We came here to build a house. On final part now after three years of being bitten to death my mosquito and frozen to death in Siberian winters. Finally a ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Latvia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Latvia is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Latvia? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Hello Pricilla. Great summers to enjoy becomes quite hot at times. Little rain in May to October and reaches 109 F often. The down side is the winters are long and if snow it is deep and lasting.If not it can freeze 38 cel below. The good thing for ... Read More
Moving to Latvia with your family by Bhavna
Hello everybody, When settling abroad with your spouse and children, the expatriation process requires an extensive preparation. What are the considerations to take into account when moving to Latvia with your family? What challenges have you ...
Hello I am 3 year ex pat from UK. Renovating old timber made house that is over 100 years old. Spent 30 k to make it look comfy. My wife and myself worked very hard on landscaped 4 care gardens and assisted builders plumbers and electricians in sign ... Read More
Environmental protection in Latvia
We have built a 3 acre landscaped garden all on my own. Every leaf ,every peeling and every waste goes into a huge wooden air vented compost maker.Comes out as best treat for soils to feed the land. I made a hedgehog tunnel ending in a 4 meter ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Latvia
Once you register no probs here what so ever just keep the law and stay happy. It is not the Latvian it is UK for me they will not leave me alone with paperwork each week to fill in. I am sick of telling them i do not live there and they do know ... Read More
Essentials to live in Latvia by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Latvia, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Latvia? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Perhaps just visit first. Times are uncertain as refugee crisis as hardly arrived but all next door nations seem overcrowded with threats. Today the Russian army have arrived yet again for training on the Latvian borders just to upset the EU. Nato ... Read More
Essentials to live in Latvia by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Latvia, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Latvia? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
i brought all white good with me as England has better choice and far cheaper ovens and food mixers. Micro waves cost 18 to 45 pounds in UK HERE pay around 120 euro for unknown make. Russian most likely. Furniture and carpets cheaper in Riga. ... Read More
Amjad from India by Mohamed Amjad khan
Hi ..I am amjad from India.. i have planned to go latvia for my higher studies.. I am blank about the country and culture.. but want to study...please I need your valuable advice about cost of living, part time jobs and more ...
Hello Amjad, All depends on your budget really. Latvia is not expensive in most areas. Food is about half the price of England but rents are often higher. rates very little however jobs are hard to find and very thin on the ground outside Riga City ... Read More
Buying a car in Latvia by Kenjee
Hi, To be able to move in Latvia, a lot of expatriates think of buying a car, whether new or second-hand. What are the formalities to buy a vehicle in Latvia: car registration, insurance, etc.? What are the relevant authorities or ...
Yes i see what you mean many second hand cars are clocked backwards on mileage.This is now against even lawless Latvian laws.As from now any clocked miles can be reported to the police and at least we are moving forward with laws to assist the ... Read More
RHD cars from UK. I have a 2 litre TDI sat unused in my shed.
Germany Poland Estonia all want English cars on their roads i know I have driven all over this world alone. I come to RURAL Latvia and waste a hand built car just because some ignorant peasant from no place in Government circles says no to EU. I ... Read More
Learning Latvian by Bigfoot013
Hello everybody I m military in the Belgium army and soon pension. My girlfriend is living in Riga I visited already several times the different topics in Latvia When I will be pension, I intent to come live in Latvia near Riga I communicate with my ...
Hello, i too was ARMY with British Nato Section two after sixteen years with regiment. I retired in Latvia some three years ago with my Latvian wife. No trouble with registration as pensioner and Latvian welcomes Pensioners that are willing to keep ... Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
Hello you can phone the University Burser and should speak English if educated Latvian as it is now taught in schools here. Beyond that some part time jobs may exist in Riga such as bar work.About three Indian curry houses exist in that city so yes ... Read More
exchange license in latvia by zohaibnaeem
HI I will come in latvia for study.I have International license from Pakistan.Can i change my license in latvia?
I think so. You have to register as a Latvian resident first. That allows you to Five Years stay. It cost me 25 Euro to exchange my British driving License to a Latvian license. You may have to register with a GP doctor first and then take the ... Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
Still waiting for you to say where you are.Curry ingredients rather down and need more proper spices to make a real curry. I made Piri Peri sauce with home grown birds eye chiilies and nearly burnt my privates off with chilli on hands. The piri piri ... Read More
What do you like the most in Latvia? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Latvia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Latvia and the reason why you enjoy your ...
I love summers here as one can rely on best weather. I came because we lived in England and I met my wife whom is a Latvian national. Anita worked in UK for two years before I met her in Hereford main street asking for the tax office directions from ... Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
I have worked out that we will be at two different ends of Latvia. I in the far north you in the deep south. Riga is between us. Im in Slacgrivas novads take a look at a map bro. Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
Dear man you can contact me as soon as your open. Good luck on the business bro and see you then. Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
Yes indeed my soul is linked to Indian nation. If anyone can supply real curry powder or just the few ingrediants i need one will be happy. I have cummin seed dried red chilli and ginger root. Onion powder and tumeric but something is missing ? I ... Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
Good man so do I and agree spices and herbs are just what is needed.We English even made curry out of your spices in our army tin hats.Just added water or really wine or beer stired about with the fingers eaten with naann bread kept the Britis army ... Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
Hello again my friend,No Indians have I seen in Latvia.Riga is the only place and I do not claim to know all areas of that city so maybe.Yes we should all spread are hands out to everyone. The world is far smaller now and I have seen most of it over ... Read More
Latvian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in Latvia? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of Latvia and why not your best recipe. Thank ...
Dear Joe, that soup with beetroot could one of many.Latvia has the taste for beetroot. One recipe for summer cold beet soup using beetroot and Kvass( which is a sort malt lemonade). Another recipe uses Kafeer (fermented milk) Another is Okroshka ... Read More
Latvian cuisine by Priscilla
Hi, When living abroad, tasting the local cuisine is part of discovering the country. What is your favorite food in Latvia? What is the local speciality? Share with us the local tastes of Latvia and why not your best recipe. Thank ...
Hello Pricilla my name is Baronet Kevin Parr.I am English and living here in Latvia building my house and gardens in rural bliss. I came to live here with my Latvian girlfrend some three years ago to find property and we did. I had two holiday here ... Read More
part time job in riga by zeshan001
Hi to all.wat about jobs in riga how much pay approximately?
Jobs are hard to find here. The average wage for semi skilled is about 340 Euro per month. From what I see even a Doctor earns far less than a British Pensioner over here. The only way is business.Food is the best to get yourselves into. Cars and ... Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
Hello Dileep. Sounds good to me you are studying in Latvia. Yes Thank you for that information I will go and see this new Indian concern.I live some sixty miles from Riga but go there for interest and shopping trips about 3 times in each ... Read More
Indians in Latvia- Let's join hands to interact each others by dileep_kumar
Would you like to get in touch with other Indians in living in LATVIA? :) :par: This Forum is for all INDIANS studying, living and working in LATVIA and who are upcoming to Latvia. :cool: Community site for all English speaking people in ...
What a good idea to have people from India visit.Some might even stay and open real food shops.As I am British ex pat living in Latvia I miss Indian restaurants in London very much at times.Now we know that Latvians hate spicy foods but have no idea ... Read More
Cost of living in Latvia 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Latvia in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Latvia you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Latvia? > accommodation ...
I have read the last article on living cost in Latvia with interest. My internet and full package TV is 14.50 euro per month from Lattelecom on cable. My living expenses for a month for two adults is around 214 euro and we seem to live very ... Read More
Can you help me? I am looking for accommodation in Riga August 2013 by Michel007
Can you help me? I am looking for accommodation in Riga August 7 to August 14 ... why not homestay? or a studio? I am also looking for new friends there, this is the first time I go there. Hope to hear from you, Michel.
Accommodation for holiday or long stay? If hotel is required that has been covered by the person who answered. If for longer ,then as it is really 2015 now one hopes you enjoyed your stay. Read More
New members of the Latvia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Latvia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello, my name is Baronet Kevin James Parr. I came to Latvia some three years since to build us a house and home.My other half is Latvian born and we met in Hereford UK six years ago. I had no reason to leave my country but to please her I did. Here ... Read More
Is Latvia a right option for running a Jewelery business ? by abhishek19
Hey All, I'm planing to run a business(Jewelery) in Latvia (Riga). Could you please let me if Latvia is the right option for my business? How is friendly is the government policy?? How easy it is for a foreigner to do business over there ? Is ...
Hello,my name is Baronet Kevin Parr. I came to reside in Latvia three year ago from my native England. I became a resident by paying a Government charge of very little but as a resident I am able to buy a house live here with some rights but unable ... Read More
Getting married in Latvia by Armand
Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in Latvia or who are about to get married in Latvia to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in Latvia? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners of for a mixed ...
Sorry but I have only just read your question and glad you have sorted it out.Latvians do this all the time. Add the letter S to end of first names. Actors so famous get advertised as Latvian with something no one understands if you are just a ... Read More
about procedure
Latvia is not in any way connected to Russia. You must send yourself a letter to the Latvian emigration Services in Riga and join the world Ex Pat Blog. Moscow is like China to India now wonder they will not respond. Latvia is an EU Nation connected ... Read More
Cost of living in Latvia 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Latvia in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Latvia you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Latvia? > accommodation ...
I came to reside in rural Latvia outside of Liepupe near the Baltic Coast owing to my wife being Latvian. Latvia is far cheaper to live within than modern day Britain. The only thing is we have no choice but to accept a cartel on electricity supply. ... Read More
Want to move to latvia by cedric06
Hello everyone i'm planning on moving to latvia i'm french i speak fluent english and i'm learning russian for about six months now I've been in Latvia several times and i like this country so i would like to know from foreign people who live there ...
Hello Nelson, I moved to Latvia two years ago from England.At this time of year you will need snow shoes and the cruel winters are hard on warm bloods. Saying that summers are golden. Jobs are only in the capital unless you speak Latvian and are ... Read More
New members of the Latvia forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Latvia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Sounds great but I am English and three years ago came to Latvia. Jobs here pay so little that all youth have left to find work and the population is down to under one million people.Winter is so hard and down to 36 C below. The roads are just dirt ... Read More
job opportunities after masters in computer science in latvia
Wages here are so low that for as little as 550 Euro per month many Latvian wizards do well. If serious England or USA is the places for vacancies and proper wage for your skills. A Latvian pal pf mine worked in London and came back with money and a ... Read More
buying land/property in Latvia for residential and business purposes. by Joe Latvia
Hello I was just wondering if anybody had any experience/advice/information on buying Land/property in Latvia for residential and potential business development? I recently went on holiday to Latvia with my Latvian girlfriend and came across 30 ...
Hell fellow Brit. Three years ago I had exactly the same problem. I reserved the plot in wifes name.She is Latvian.Begged the bank to give mortgage but no chance even though solvent.No chance of ever getting the cash back said my bank manager. I ... Read More
Driving license in Latvia by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Latvia? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Latvia? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
Hello it may be worth mentioning that if you have any other European driving license that is in force you can change it into a Latvian driving license over the counter by filling in some forms at Government office in Riga.I think it can also be done ... Read More
lost marraige documentation...
The decree absolute is the document required. The record office of birth death and marriage in Latvia must have copies.Really though it is your job to keep this document safe as you hold the original not a solicitors job to have it. Really why do we ... Read More
want to visit Latvia by syedrazabukhari
Hi everyone I am recently living in UAE.Wana visit Latvia..what is the best time to visit??
Hello, my advise is only in summer. Latvia has excellent weather so warm you melt but winter from Late October to mid December is wet cold and miserable mostly and winters can be minus 34 degrees C If you unlike me want winter sports this is the ... Read More