Is there help with energy costs in Latvia?

The short answer

Many countries have a social tariff, a discount or an allowance for people on a low income, and free advice on saving energy.

📜 The rules in Latvia

Help if money is tight

Protected users get a monthly discount on their electricity bill: EUR 20 for low-income households, families with a disabled child and people with group I disability; EUR 25 for large families. No application needed: it is applied automatically by participating suppliers.

Aizsargātā lietotāja atbalsts (elektroenerģija) 🔗 kem.gov.lv

Official source: kem.gov.lv · Checked 2026-09-30

Free energy advice

If you struggle with housing costs, apply to your municipal social service for housing allowance (mājokļa pabalsts). It takes into account heating, hot water, electricity, gas and water costs, after a check of household income and assets.

Mājokļa pabalsts (pašvaldības sociālais dienests) 🔗 lm.gov.lv

Official source: lm.gov.lv · Checked 2026-09-30

Regulated price

Household electricity prices are set by suppliers, but each must offer the universal service (12-month fixed price, free early exit). For gas, the price for 'saistītie lietotāji' is calculated with an SPRK-approved method and reviewed twice a year.

Universālais pakalpojums (elektroenerģija) 🔗 sprk.gov.lv

Official source: sprk.gov.lv · Checked 2026-09-27

🪜 Step by step

See what existsThe schemes in Latvia are listed below, with who qualifies.
Check if it is automaticSome discounts are applied automatically. For others you have to apply.
Get free adviceFree energy or debt advice can help you lower your bills and deal with arrears.
Talk to your supplierAsk about a cheaper tariff or a payment plan, and register as a vulnerable customer if that applies.

📇 Who to contact

Aizsargātā lietotāja atbalsts (elektroenerģija)Discount or support scheme for energy costsIf you have a low income or receive benefits🔗 www.kem.gov.lv/lv/atbalsts-elektroenergijas-pateretajiem

Mājokļa pabalsts (pašvaldības sociālais dienests)Free advice on energy costs and saving energyWhen bills are too high or you are behind on payments🔗 www.lm.gov.lv/lv/majokla-pabalsts

Sabiedrisko pakalpojumu regulēšanas komisija (SPRK)Supervises energy companies and explains your rightsFor information, and to report a company that breaks the rules📞 +371 67097200 🔗 www.sprk.gov.lv

❓ Questions

Do I have to apply?

It depends on the scheme. The details for Latvia are on this page.

Who gets the discount if I rent?

Usually the person named on the energy contract.

Is there help for heating oil or wood?

Some countries have separate heating allowances. Ask the social services of your municipality.

📎 Sources

Checked: 2026-09-27

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