Latvia Visa RequirementsFor South Korea passport holders
South Korean nationals enjoy visa-free access to Latvia for up to 90 days within the Schengen 180-day window.
Great news! South Korea passport holders can enter Latvia without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa required. Present your South Korean passport at the border. Carry standard documentation including accommodation details.
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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South Korea to Latvia: What You Need to Know
Latvia is a Schengen and EU member. The EU-Korea visa exemption applies to all standard short-stay travel.
Practical Tips
Riga is famous for its Art Nouveau architecture, with the highest concentration of such buildings in the world. Latvia is affordable and the capital Riga has excellent dining and nightlife. The Jurmala seaside resort is a short train ride from Riga.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can South Koreans enter Latvia without a visa?
Yes. South Korean nationals can visit Latvia visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day Schengen period under the EU-Korea visa exemption agreement.
What is Latvia known for that attracts Korean travelers?
Riga is famous for its extraordinary collection of Art Nouveau architecture, its medieval old town, and its vibrant food and bar scene. Nature lovers visit the Gauja National Park and Jurmala beach resort.
What currency does Latvia use?
Latvia uses the euro (EUR), having adopted it in 2014. This makes budgeting straightforward for visitors from other euro-zone countries and easy to manage for Koreans exchanging from won.
How do South Koreans travel from Tallinn to Riga?
Lux Express and FlixBus coaches run between Tallinn and Riga in approximately 4-4.5 hours. The journey is comfortable and affordable, passing through beautiful Estonian and Latvian countryside. This Baltic route is popular for Korean travelers doing a multi-country Baltic trip.