Thailand Visa RequirementsFor Latvia passport holders
Latvian citizens need a Thai Tourist Visa at $40. TDAC mandatory. Apply at Royal Thai Embassy in Helsinki.
Latvia passport holders require a visa to enter Thailand.
Apply for the Thai Tourist Visa at the Royal Thai Embassy in Helsinki. Complete the TDAC at tdac.immigration.go.th within 72 hours before arrival.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
For Your Visa Application
Valid Latvian Passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Thailand.
Completed Visa Application Form
Royal Thai Embassy visa application form.
Passport-Size Photos
Two recent color photographs (4x6 cm), white background.
Bank Statement (3 months)
Showing a balance of at least 20,000 THB per person.
Return Ticket
Confirmed return or onward flight from Thailand.
Accommodation Confirmation
Hotel booking confirmation.
Required at Entry
TDAC Completion
Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card at tdac.immigration.go.th within 72 hours before arrival. Free and mandatory.
Current Travel Situation
Latvia to Thailand: What You Need to Know
Latvian citizens currently require a Thai Tourist Visa (TR) at approximately $40 USD for stays up to 60 days.
TDAC mandatory: Since 1 May 2025, all travelers must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online at tdac.immigration.go.th within 72 hours before arrival. Free.
Apply in advance: The nearest Royal Thai Embassy for Latvians is in Helsinki (Finland) or Berlin (Germany).
How to Get There
No direct flights from Riga to Bangkok (BKK). Connect via Helsinki (Finnair, Thai Airways), Frankfurt, or Istanbul. Total travel time approximately 12 to 15 hours.
Money & Banking
Thailand uses Thai Baht (THB). ATMs charge 220 to 250 THB per foreign withdrawal. Choose THB not your home currency to avoid DCC scam. Use Wise or Revolut.
Practical Tips
Thailand is Southeast Asia's most visited country. Bangkok (Wat Phra Kaew, Chatuchak market, Khao San Road), Chiang Mai (temples, elephant sanctuaries, night bazaar), and the southern islands (Phuket, Koh Samui, Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lipe) are outstanding.
Charter flights: Latvian tour operators sometimes offer charter packages to Phuket in winter months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Latvian citizens need a visa to visit Thailand?
Yes. Latvian citizens currently require a Thai Tourist Visa (TR) at approximately $40 USD for stays up to 60 days. Apply at the Royal Thai Embassy in Helsinki before travel.
What is the TDAC for Thailand?
The Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is a mandatory online pre-arrival form for all travelers entering Thailand since May 2025. Complete it at tdac.immigration.go.th within 72 hours before arrival. It is free.
What is the best Thai island for Latvian travelers?
Koh Samui has the best infrastructure and international airport (USM), easy to reach with connections from Bangkok. Koh Tao is the world's most popular scuba diving certification island. Koh Lanta offers a more relaxed, less touristy atmosphere. Koh Phi Phi is the most dramatic scenically but crowded. Choose based on your priorities.
Are charter flights available from Riga to Thailand?
Charter packages to Phuket are occasionally offered by Latvian tour operators in winter months. Check with local tour operators. Regular connections go via Helsinki or Istanbul.
What is the ATM DCC scam in Thailand?
When withdrawing cash from Thai ATMs, you will be offered "dynamic currency conversion" (DCC) - the option to pay in euros instead of Thai Baht. Always decline this and choose to pay in THB. Accepting the DCC option applies a poor exchange rate in addition to the fixed ATM fee (220 to 250 THB).
How do I apply for a Thai Tourist Visa?
Apply at the Royal Thai Embassy in Helsinki (Finland). Required documents typically include: passport, application form, 2 photos, 3 months bank statements, return flight booking, accommodation confirmation, and the visa fee.