Latvia Visa RequirementsFor Serbia passport holders
Serbian passport holders can enter Latvia without a visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day Schengen period. Riga's medieval old town is a popular Baltic city-break destination.
Great news! Serbia passport holders can enter Latvia without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required for Schengen stays up to 90 days. Your Serbian biometric passport must be valid throughout your stay. The 90-day Schengen limit is shared across all member states.
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
Required Documents
Valid Serbian Biometric Passport
Must be valid for the duration of stay in Latvia.
Return or Onward Travel Ticket
Evidence of planned departure from Schengen Area.
Proof of Accommodation Recommended
Hotel booking or host invitation.
Proof of Sufficient Funds Recommended
Bank statements or cards to cover the stay.
Current Travel Situation
Serbia to Latvia: What You Need to Know
Latvia is a Schengen and EU member with a bilateral visa waiver with Serbia. Riga, the Latvian capital, is one of the most striking Baltic cities with its Art Nouveau architecture and medieval old town. Latvia is also notable for its affordability relative to western Schengen countries, making it an accessible destination for Serbian travelers.
How to Get There
Latvia uses the euro (EUR). For longer stays or work, apply for a Latvian national visa (Type D). Latvia's cost of living is lower than western EU countries, making it relatively affordable for Serbian travelers.
Money & Banking
Latvia uses the euro (EUR). ATMs and card payments are widely available. Riga has modern banking infrastructure. Cash is still useful in smaller towns and markets.
Practical Tips
There are no direct flights from Belgrade to Riga; connections are typically via Warsaw (WAW), Vienna (VIE), or Helsinki (HEL). Riga Airport is a hub for airBaltic with connections across Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Serbian citizens need a visa to visit Latvia?
No. Serbian citizens can enter Latvia without a visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day Schengen period under a bilateral waiver agreement.
What makes Riga worth visiting for Serbian travelers?
Riga's Art Nouveau architecture is among the best in the world, with entire streets of ornate facades. The UNESCO-listed medieval old town (Vecriga) has preserved Hanseatic architecture, the Riga Cathedral, and the House of the Blackheads. The Central Market (Centraltirgus) is one of Europe's largest. The Latvian National Museum of Art and the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum are also excellent.
How do I travel from Belgrade to Riga?
There are no direct flights from Belgrade to Riga. Connect via Warsaw (WAW), Vienna (VIE), Helsinki (HEL), or Amsterdam (AMS). airBaltic is the main Latvian carrier with extensive European connections from Riga Airport (RIX). Total travel time is approximately 5-8 hours.
What currency does Latvia use?
Latvia uses the euro (EUR) since joining the eurozone in 2014. ATMs and card payments are widely available. Latvia is generally more affordable than western EU countries.
Is Latvia a good base for visiting the other Baltic states?
Yes. Riga is centrally located between Tallinn (4-hour bus north) and Vilnius (4-hour bus south). All three Baltic states can be comfortably combined in a single trip of 7-10 days. Lux Express and Ecolines operate frequent, comfortable coaches between the Baltic capitals.
What are good day trips from Riga?
Sigulda (Gauja National Park, castle ruins, and outdoor activities, 50 km east), Jurmala (Baltic beach resort, 25 km west), Rundale Palace (Baroque palace and gardens, 75 km south), and Cesis (medieval castle town, 90 km northeast) are excellent day trips from Riga.
Is it safe to travel to Latvia near the Russian border given the current geopolitical situation?
Latvia is an EU and NATO member. There are no active conflicts in Latvia. The country borders Russia to the east, but Latvian authorities and the EU assess the security situation as stable. Travel advisories from the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs should be consulted for the most current assessment.