Latvia Visa RequirementsFor Thailand passport holders
Latvia, as a Schengen member, requires Thai nationals to obtain a Schengen Type C visa. Riga is a beautiful Baltic capital worth including in a European itinerary.
Thailand passport holders require a visa to enter Latvia.
Consult the Latvian Embassy or the nearest Schengen embassy representing Latvia in Thailand. Standard Schengen documents apply: valid passport, application form, photos, itinerary, accommodation proof, EUR 30,000 travel insurance, bank statements, employment documents. Fee is EUR 80.
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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Thailand to Latvia: What You Need to Know
Latvia is part of the Schengen Area. Thai passport holders apply for a Schengen visa. Since Latvia may not have a dedicated embassy in Bangkok, check with the Latvian Honorary Consulate or the embassy of a Schengen country that represents Latvia in Thailand.
Practical Tips
Riga's Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Euro is the currency. The Baltic states (Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia) are often combined in one trip. Riga is known for its Art Nouveau architecture and vibrant Old Town nightlife.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Thai nationals need a visa to visit Latvia?
Yes. Latvia is a Schengen member and Thai passport holders must apply for a Schengen Type C visa. Contact the Latvian Embassy or the Schengen embassy representing Latvia in Bangkok.
What is the capital of Latvia and what makes it worth visiting?
Riga is Latvia's capital and the largest city in the Baltic states. Its Old Town (Vecriga) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for medieval architecture, Riga Cathedral, and the Three Brothers (the oldest residential complex in the Baltics). Riga is also known for its outstanding Art Nouveau architecture along Alberta Street.
What currency does Latvia use?
Latvia uses the Euro (EUR), having adopted it in 2014. Credit cards are widely accepted throughout Latvia. Latvia is one of the more affordable EU countries.
Is Latvia easy to visit as part of a Baltic states trip?
Yes. Latvia is centrally located between Estonia (to the north) and Lithuania (to the south), making a three-country Baltic circuit very easy. Tallinn-Riga-Vilnius can be covered by bus or train in under a week. Lux Express and FlixBus operate comfortable coach services between Baltic capitals.