Latvia Visa RequirementsFor Mongolia passport holders
Latvia is a Schengen member and Mongolian citizens need a Schengen C visa to visit. Applications are made at a Schengen embassy representing Latvia in Ulaanbaatar or Beijing. The fee is 87 EUR for stays up to 90 days.
Mongolia passport holders require a visa to enter Latvia.
Latvia does not have a resident embassy in Ulaanbaatar. Contact the German or French Embassy in Ulaanbaatar to confirm current representation for Latvian Schengen applications. Alternatively, apply at the Latvian Embassy in Beijing (Tayuan Diplomatic Office Building, 14 Liangmahe Nanlu, Beijing). The fee is 87 EUR.
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
Mongolia to Latvia: What You Need to Know
Latvia is a Baltic Schengen member state requiring a type C short-stay visa for Mongolian passport holders. Latvia does not have a resident embassy in Ulaanbaatar, so applications are processed through a representing Schengen embassy.
Latvia's capital Riga is a UNESCO World Heritage city known for its art nouveau architecture, medieval old town, and vibrant cultural scene. Latvia is easily combined with Estonia and Lithuania on a Baltic itinerary.
The Schengen visa covers the full Schengen zone. Standard documentation requirements apply. Processing is typically 10 to 15 working days.
Practical Tips
Riga is one of Europe's most affordable capitals and an excellent base for Baltic exploration. The Jurmala beach resort is a 30-minute train ride from Riga. Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia are best explored together as a combined Baltic trip. Summer (June to August) brings long daylight hours and outdoor festivals. Accommodation is reasonably priced compared to Western Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Mongolian citizens need a visa for Latvia?
Yes, Latvia is a Schengen member and requires a Schengen C visa for Mongolian passport holders. Latvia has no resident embassy in Ulaanbaatar.
Where do Mongolian applicants apply for a Latvian Schengen visa?
Latvia has no resident embassy in Ulaanbaatar. Contact the German or French Embassy to confirm current representation. Alternatively apply at the Latvian Embassy in Beijing.
How much does the Latvian Schengen visa cost?
The standard Schengen visa fee is 87 EUR, payable at the processing embassy.
What is Latvia best known for?
Latvia is known for Riga's spectacular art nouveau architecture and UNESCO-listed medieval old town, the Jurmala beach resort, and its Baltic nature of forests and coastline. It is easily combined with Estonia and Lithuania.