Updated February 24^th 2026

All About Terminating Employees in Latvia

Understand how to terminate employees in Latvia and how Justworks EOR can help simplify the process.

How an EOR Can Help with Employee Termination

When it’s time to offboard a team member, Justworks EOR can make the process smoother. We help ensure your business complies with Latvian labor law, managing notice periods, documentation, and any severance with care.

Terminating an Employee in Latvia

Latvia has specific requirements for termination, including providing valid grounds for dismissal, notice periods, and severance. Employers must follow due process and document all actions.

Termination with Cause

Termination Without Cause

Disciplinary Processes

Severance Payments

Notice Periods

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.

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