Latvia Visa RequirementsFor Iraq passport holders
Iraqi citizens require a Schengen visa to enter Latvia. The fee is approximately USD 87 and allows stays up to 90 days in the Schengen Zone. Apply at the Latvian embassy or Schengen representative.
Iraq passport holders require a visa to enter Latvia.
Apply at the Latvian embassy or Schengen representative. Submit completed Schengen form, passport, photos, return flight, accommodation, EUR 30,000 travel insurance, bank statements, and employment documentation. Fee is EUR 80. Processing up to 15 days.
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
Current Travel Situation
Iraq to Latvia: What You Need to Know
Latvia is a Schengen member and Iraqi nationals require a visa. Riga is known for its Art Nouveau architecture and medieval Old Town. Iraqi applications may require additional processing time.
How to Get There
A Schengen visa for Latvia covers all 27 Schengen states. Baltic states are all in Schengen and use the Euro.
Money & Banking
Latvia uses the Euro. Cards accepted. ATMs available. Cash useful for smaller vendors.
Practical Tips
Latvia is affordable by European standards. Riga's Old Town is walkable. Combine with Estonia and Lithuania for a full Baltic itinerary. All three Baltic states use the Euro.