What is an identity card?
An identity card (eID) is a personal identification document that verifies the holder's identity and legal status.
Each person registered in the Population Register can obtain the identity card, according to his or her legal status. An identity card can be issued to children under the age of 15 upon an application of parents or the legal guardian.
A person can simultaneously have only one identity card and only one passport (except for diplomatic and service passports).
For how long are the identity card issued?
Age |
The identity card is issued for |
Children under the age of 5 |
2 years or for the period of duration of a trip |
Persons from the age of 5 |
5 years |
Over 20 years |
10 years |
Where can an identity card be obtained?
Documents to apply for an identity card are submitted, and the identity card is obtained at any division of the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs, irrespectively of the declared place of residing.
A person who lives or resides for a long period of time in a foreign country, can apply for an identity card at the consular or diplomatic service of the Republic of Latvia.
Important
- Documents to be submitted in order to obtain a personal certificate
- Documents to be submitted in order to obtain a personal certificate for a child (under the age of 15)
The State fee on issuance of an identity card