Age
18–30. Check this at the application stage. Age alone does not establish eligibility; residence and previous participation also matter.
References: COMP-LV
Japanese passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in Latvia for Japanese citizens (2026)
Check the essential requirements, then follow the five stages to prepare your application and trip.
Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
Key facts at a glance
- Age
- 18–30Learn moreReferences: COMP-LV
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: COMP-LV
- Initial funds
- Initial living funds plus return travelLearn moreReferences: COMP-LV
- Visa fee
- Visa fee waived under the agreementLearn moreReferences: COMP-LV
- Annual quota
- 100 per yearLearn moreReferences: JP-LV-PMLP-18
- Application dates and timing
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: COMP-LV
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: COMP-LV
- Study
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: COMP-LV
- Work
- Unrestricted employment incidental to the holidayLearn moreReferences: COMP-LV
Japan →LatviaWorking Holiday in Latvia for Japanese citizens (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
Up to 12 months. This is the programme’s maximum. Read your actual permission for its end date; passport and insurance validity are separate checks.
References: COMP-LV
Initial funds
Initial living funds plus return travel. Keep living-funds evidence separate from return or departure costs. This is not a complete trip budget. Check the official checklist for the accepted bank evidence and its issue date.
References: COMP-LV
Visa fee
Visa fee waived under the agreement. Visa or permit charges are separate from insurance, translations and provider costs. Check the authority’s payment instructions before paying.
References: COMP-LV
Annual quota
Annual programme cap, not remaining places.
References: JP-LV-PMLP-18
Application dates and timing
Not established in this research. This does not mean there is no requirement. Confirm with the issuing authority before booking or applying.
References: COMP-LV
Language
Not established in this research. This does not mean there is no requirement. Confirm with the issuing authority before booking or applying.
References: COMP-LV
Explore language courses →Passport
Valid 3 months beyond the stay with 3 blank pages
References: JP-LV-TOKYO-18 JP-LV-PMLP-18
Insurance
International health insurance valid in Latvia for the whole stay
References: JP-LV-TOKYO-18
Documents and participation
Personal appointment, D visa, English CV, detailed plan and motivation
References: JP-LV-TOKYO-18
Step 2
Apply through the official route
- Check Japan residence and ages 18–30 at application and book personal embassy filing.
- Complete the D visa form and sign in the 2 specified places.
- Submit English CV, detailed plan and motivation and financial, return and insurance evidence.
- After issuance, check visa dates and work endorsements.
Step 3
Read your approval and entry conditions
Read the entire approval notice: identity, dates, entry deadline and conditions. Keep it available offline. Do not assume the visa starts on your preferred date.
Step 4
Get ready for the trip
Use a photo taken within 3 months and ensure 3 blank passport pages. Give places, timing and activities rather than a plan consisting only of work or travel.
- Passport, visa and requested evidence accessible offline.
- Initial funds, insurance and departure costs checked separately.
- First accommodation and airport transport arranged.
Step 5
Start your Working Holiday
Check the visa’s work endorsement. Japanese salaried employment is exempt from a separate work permit; residence-status changes are separate.
Work
Unrestricted employment incidental to the holiday
Study
Not established in this research. This does not mean there is no requirement. Confirm with the issuing authority before booking or applying.
Explore language courses →Language courses · commercial service
Plan a language course for your trip.
Through ViveCampus you can request language-course quotes with international-student discounts. Offers may vary by your country of origin and destination. A personalized quote confirms available discounts and the final price. Booking a course does not guarantee a visa.
Not established in this research. This does not mean there is no requirement. Confirm with the issuing authority before booking or applying.
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Frequently asked questions
Are 2 blank pages enough?
The embassy’s Japanese checklist specifies 3 pages.
References: JP-LV-TOKYO-18
Explore language courses →Can the plan simply say work and sightseeing?
Provide specific places, timing and activities in English.
References: JP-LV-TOKYO-18
Do I need a separate work permit?
PMLP exempts Japanese salaried employment from a separate work permit.
References: JP-LV-PMLP-18
What are the fee and annual cap?
PMLP lists no visa fee and 100 annually. Check filing arrangements separately.
References: JP-LV-PMLP-18
Must I always submit a police extract initially?
PMLP says an extract may be requested in individual cases. Follow the embassy’s instructions.
References: JP-LV-PMLP-18
Official sources
Source check dates are listed individually below. Rules may change after a check; always confirm current requirements with the official government authority.
2026-10-16 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
COMP-LV · Latvia - JP passport guidance
Latvia official gazette · Japan Working Holiday agreement (original publication) ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
JP-LV-TOKYO-18 · Latvia in Japan: Japanese Working Holiday checklist
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.