Latvia Visa RequirementsFor Lithuania passport holders
Lithuanian citizens travel to Latvia visa-free with no stay limit. Baltic neighbors sharing a land border.
Great news! Lithuania passport holders can enter Latvia without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. Lithuanian passport or ID card accepted.
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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Lithuania to Latvia: What You Need to Know
Lithuania and Latvia are neighboring Baltic EU and Schengen members sharing a land border. No border controls, no visa, and no stay limits.
Baltic Way: Lithuania and Latvia (along with Estonia) participated in the 1989 Baltic Way, forming a 675 km human chain to protest Soviet occupation. This shared history creates a unique bond between the three nations.
Documents: Lithuanian passport or national ID card accepted.
How to Get There
Bus (Lux Express: Vilnius to Riga approximately 3.5 to 4 hours) or car. Direct flights also available. By car, approximately 3.5 hours via the Via Baltica.
Money & Banking
Latvia uses the euro (EUR). Cards widely accepted.
Practical Tips
Riga, Latvia's capital and the largest city in the Baltics, offers an Art Nouveau old city (UNESCO), the Central Market (housed in Zeppelin hangars), and a lively cafe culture. Jurmala beach resort, Rundale Palace (Baltic Versailles), and Sigulda are popular day trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Lithuanian citizens need a visa to visit Latvia?
No. Lithuania and Latvia are neighboring Baltic EU and Schengen members. Lithuanian citizens travel freely with no visa and no border controls.
What does Riga offer that Vilnius does not?
Riga is significantly larger than Vilnius (600,000 vs. 580,000 people but feels bigger due to its port city character). Riga has unparalleled Art Nouveau architecture (a UNESCO-recognized heritage covering approximately one third of the city's buildings), a massive Central Market in converted Zeppelin hangars, and a stronger connection to the sea and Baltic trade culture.
How do I get from Vilnius to Riga?
By bus (Lux Express): approximately 3.5 to 4 hours. By car: approximately 3.5 hours. Flights available with airBaltic. The bus is the most practical option.
What is Rundale Palace near Riga?
Rundale Palace is an 18th-century baroque palace near Bauska, designed by Italian architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli (who also designed St. Petersburg's Winter Palace). It is nicknamed the "Baltic Versailles" and is surrounded by a formal French garden. Approximately 80 km south of Riga and easily done as a day trip.
Does Latvia use the euro?
Yes. Latvia adopted the euro in 2014.
Is Jurmala worth visiting from Riga?
Yes. Jurmala is Latvia's main beach resort town, located 25 km west of Riga on the Gulf of Riga. It is connected by suburban train from Riga in 30 minutes. The long white sand beach, pine forest, and wooden Art Nouveau villas make it a pleasant half-day or full-day trip from Riga.