United Arab Emirates Visa RequirementsFor Latvia passport holders
Latvian citizens can visit the UAE visa-free for up to 30 days. Dubai and Abu Dhabi entry.
Great news! Latvia passport holders can enter United Arab Emirates without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 30 days.
No visa required for stays up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
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
Current Travel Situation
Latvia to United Arab Emirates: What You Need to Know
Latvian citizens enjoy visa-free access to the UAE for up to 30 days per visit.
Extension: Extendable once for an additional 30 days at a fee.
Passport validity: Must be valid for at least 6 months.
How to Get There
Direct flights from Riga (RIX) to Dubai (DXB) with FlyDubai and connecting flights via other hubs. Flight time approximately 6 hours.
Money & Banking
UAE uses the UAE Dirham (AED), pegged to USD. Cards widely accepted. ATMs at all malls.
Practical Tips
Dubai (Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, the desert), Abu Dhabi (Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, F1 circuit, Louvre Abu Dhabi), and Ras Al Khaimah (adventure, beaches) are the main destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Latvian citizens need a visa to visit the UAE?
No. Latvian citizens can visit the UAE visa-free for up to 30 days per visit.
Can the UAE visa-free stay be extended?
Yes. The 30-day visa-free stay can be extended once for an additional 30 days at a fee through the UAE ICA (Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship).
What is the Dubai Mall?
The Dubai Mall is one of the world's largest shopping malls, adjacent to the Burj Khalifa. It contains the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo (the world's largest indoor aquarium), an ice rink, a dinosaur skeleton, and hundreds of luxury and high-street retailers. The Dubai Fountain (the world's largest choreographed fountain) outside performs nightly shows.
How do I get from Riga to Dubai?
FlyDubai operates flights from Riga (RIX) to Dubai (DXB). Emirates connects via various European hubs. Flight time approximately 6 hours.
What is the best time to visit Dubai?
November to March offers the most comfortable weather (25 to 30°C). April to October is extremely hot (40 to 45°C) with high humidity in summer. Dubai's indoor shopping and entertainment infrastructure means year-round visits are feasible.
What is Abu Dhabi worth visiting?
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (one of the world's most beautiful mosques, free to visit), the Louvre Abu Dhabi (designed by Jean Nouvel), the Yas Marina F1 Circuit and Ferrari World, and the Corniche waterfront promenade make Abu Dhabi worth a 1 to 2 day excursion from Dubai (approximately 1.5 hours by bus or taxi).