Car Documents, Taxes & Inspection

Everything a car owner deals with in Latvia — registration, technical inspection, OCTA insurance and the annual operation tax. Deadlines, rough costs and detailed guides in one place.

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CSDD Registration

When: When buying / re-registeringCost: from ~€30

Re-register a car to yourself at CSDD — documents, steps and fees.

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Technical Inspection (TA)

When: Usually once a yearCost: ~€25–40

How to prepare for the technical inspection and why a car can fail it.

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OCTA Insurance

When: Mandatory before drivingCost: depends on car

OCTA and KASKO — what is mandatory, how to save and compare offers.

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Operation Tax

When: By Jan 31 / before inspectionCost: by CO₂ / mass

The annual operation tax (TEN) — how it is calculated and where to pay.

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Useful tools

🧮 Tax Calculator 🧰 All Calculators 🏛️ CSDD Lookup 🔄 Re-registration

Frequently asked questions

How often is technical inspection required?

Usually once a year for passenger cars (new cars less often). CSDD sets the exact term by the car age and type.

Can I drive without OCTA?

No. OCTA is mandatory for all registered vehicles taking part in road traffic.

When is the operation tax due?

By January 31 of the following year or before the technical inspection — whichever comes first. Estimate it with the tax calculator.