League position and verified status
Latvia’s 1. Līga is a senior championship organised by LHF. The published 2026/27 regulations govern the competition and define player eligibility, roster administration and foreign-player use.
Confirmed 2026/27 framework
The championship runs from September 2026 to the end set by the approved schedule. Players born in 2010 or earlier may participate; younger players require an exceptional LHF Coaches Committee permission.
Roster and foreign-player rules
A team may register and use no more than five foreign players. Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian and Ukrainian citizens are not counted in that five-player limit. Classification must still be confirmed by LHF.
Clubs and choosing a target
Use current LHF records to identify clubs, then verify position, role, roster need and an authorised contact. A team’s participation does not prove a vacancy, pay level or housing offer.
What clubs assess
Clubs compare skating, decisions, physical readiness, role, special teams, verified statistics, full-game video, age, health, contract status, citizenship and registration readiness.
Recruitment timing and tryouts
After 1 February 2027 at 17:00, the final roster may not exceed 30 players and further roster changes are not allowed under the published rule. A trial must state dates, costs, insurance and decision timing.
Contract, pay and housing
There is no official universal salary table for all 1. Līga clubs. Put pay, taxes, payment dates, housing, utilities, meals, travel, equipment, insurance, injury protection and termination in writing.
Residence and right to work
League eligibility and LHF registration do not grant entry, residence or work permission. Requirements depend on citizenship, age and contract and must be checked with the competent Latvian authorities.
IIHF transfer, licence and insurance
An international move follows current IIHF transfer rules plus LHF licensing and competition eligibility. Transfer approval does not replace health insurance, immigration permission or a valid agreement.
Player application package
Send passport and second citizenship; birth year, position, shot, height and weight; current team; verified statistics; Elite Prospects or federation profile; highlights, a recent full game and contract status.
Official sources and FAQ
Verified: 31 July 2026.
What birth years are eligible?
Players born in 2010 or earlier; younger players need exceptional LHF permission.
How many foreign players may be used?
No more than five.
Which citizens are excluded from that limit?
Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian and Ukrainian citizens.
When is the final roster locked?
1 February 2027 at 17:00 under the published regulation.
Get a league assessment
Send your profile, statistics, full game, citizenship and contract status. EHA will assess whether Latvia’s 1. Līga is a realistic target without promising a contract.Get assessed for 1. Līga