Latvia Visa RequirementsFor Denmark passport holders
Danish passport holders visit Latvia visa-free under EU freedom of movement and the Schengen Agreement. No advance application is needed. Standard Schengen 90/180-day rules apply.
Great news! Denmark passport holders can enter Latvia without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No application required. A valid Danish passport or EU national ID card is sufficient. The Schengen 90/180-day combined rule applies. For stays beyond 90 days, EU citizens should register with the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (OCMA).
Latvia is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Denmark to Latvia: What You Need to Know
Denmark and Latvia are both EU and Schengen members and NATO allies. Riga (RIX) is the largest city in the Baltic states with a stunning Art Nouveau district and a UNESCO-listed historic center. Denmark has strong Nordic-Baltic ties with Latvia. Latvia uses the Euro.
How to Get There
AirBaltic and Ryanair fly Copenhagen (CPH) to Riga (RIX) in approximately 1.5 hours.
Money & Banking
Latvia uses the Euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted across Latvia. Cash is useful in rural areas. ATMs are available. Tipping of 10% is appreciated at restaurants but not strictly obligatory.
Practical Tips
Latvia uses Type C/F plugs (two-pin round), compatible with Danish plugs using a small adaptor. Voltage is 230V/50Hz. Riga is compact and walkable in the Old Town area. Tap water is safe in Riga. The three Baltic capitals (Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius) are well connected by bus and are best explored together as a regional trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Danish citizens need a visa for Latvia?
No. Denmark and Latvia are both Schengen and EU members. Danish citizens travel freely to Latvia with no visa or application required.
What is Riga known for?
Riga is the largest city in the Baltic states and has a stunning UNESCO-listed historic center and Art Nouveau district, one of the largest collections of Art Nouveau architecture in the world.
What currency does Latvia use?
Latvia uses the Euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted. Cash is useful in rural areas.
What airlines fly Copenhagen to Latvia?
AirBaltic and Ryanair fly Copenhagen (CPH) to Riga (RIX) in approximately 1.5 hours.
What plug type does Latvia use?
Latvia uses Type C and F plugs (round two-pin), compatible with Danish plugs using a small adaptor. Voltage is 230V/50Hz.
Can the Baltic capitals be combined in one trip?
Yes. Tallinn (Estonia), Riga (Latvia), and Vilnius (Lithuania) are all well connected by bus (Lux Express, Ecolines) and form a natural three-country itinerary. Riga is roughly halfway between Tallinn and Vilnius.