By definition in Latvian law, non-citizens are not stateless. While they have rights akin to citizens, for example, the right to reside in Latvia without visas or temporary residence permits, rights in other areas are curtailed. Non-citizens cannot vote, although they can participate to a lesser degree in public policy through NGOs.
By definition in Latvian law, non-resident individuals are not without a nationality. Although they possess certain rights equivalent to those of citizens, such as the freedom to reside in Latvia without visas or temporary residence permits, their rights in other areas are restricted. Non-citizens do not have the right to vote, but they can still contribute to public policy through non-governmental organizations.