Latvia Visa RequirementsFor Syria passport holders
Syrian nationals require a Schengen visa to visit Latvia. Latvia has a limited embassy presence in the Middle East, so applicants often apply through another Schengen country representing Latvia.
Syria passport holders require a visa to enter Latvia.
Check the Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mfa.gov.lv) to find the Schengen state representing Latvia in your country of residence. Apply at that mission with a complete Schengen visa package including travel insurance, accommodation, and financial documentation.
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
Syria to Latvia: What You Need to Know
Latvia is a Schengen Area member with a relatively small embassy network in the Middle East and North Africa. Syrian nationals must determine which Schengen state represents Latvia for visa purposes in their country of residence. This can be verified on the Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website or by contacting the nearest Schengen embassy.
The Schengen visa fee (EUR 90, approximately USD 98) and requirements are uniform across all Schengen states. Processing is at least 15 calendar days, with potential delays for Syrian applicants due to security reviews.
Latvia is a less common destination for Syrian travelers, but applications for Schengen visas issued by Latvia are valid for travel across the entire Schengen Area.
Practical Tips
Even if Latvia is not your primary destination, the Schengen visa obtained through a Latvian-represented embassy allows travel throughout the Schengen Area. Indicate your main destination country correctly on the application form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a visa required for Syrian nationals to visit Latvia?
Yes, a Schengen visa is required. Latvia is a Schengen member state and Syrian passport holders must apply for a short-stay visa before travel.
Which embassy handles Latvian Schengen visa applications for Syrian nationals?
Latvia has limited consular representation in the Middle East. Check the Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mfa.gov.lv) to identify which Schengen state represents Latvia in your country of residence.
Can a Schengen visa applied through Latvia be used to enter other Schengen countries?
Yes. A valid Schengen short-stay visa issued by the Latvian-representative embassy is valid for travel throughout the Schengen Area, not just Latvia.
What is the Schengen visa fee for Latvia?
EUR 90 (approximately USD 98) per adult, the standard uniform Schengen fee.