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How to get a Latvia visa from Comoros
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Comoran passport holders travelling to Latvia.
Visa types & fees
3 visa options for travelling to Latvia.
Business visa
Processing time10-15 days
Validity90 days
Student visa
Processing time10-15 days
Validityduration of study
Tourist visa
Processing time10-15 days
Validity90 days
Application requirements
Documents Comoran applicants need to provide.
- An international passport valid for at least 3 months from the visa expiry date.
- Schengen or Slovak visa application form, complete and signed.
- Parents/ legal guardians should sign the form for minors and attach a proof of legal authority over the child.
- Recent passport-size photographs.
- Trip return ticket.
- Travel documents(international driving license, vehicle insurance etc) for road travelers.
- Accommodation reservation confirmation.
- Sufficient funds for the length and purpose of the trip.
- Valid travel insurance.
- Invitation letter.
- Consular interview.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- Foreign nationals who want to tour Latvia can get a tourist visa.
- There is no Latvia embassy in Comoros so applicants are to visit neighbouring countries to apply for their visa.
- A Latvia tourist visa is a short stay visa valid for a maximum period pf 90 days in every 180 days.
- You must have an accommodation reservation in Latvia. If you would be staying with a relative or friend, the person would have to send you an invitation letter.
- Applicants must present a recent bank statement to show that they have sufficient funds for their trip.
- Employed applicants are to submit a letter of recommendation from their employer.
- You would be required to have at least 14 euros per day for the duration of their stay in Latvia. A document affirming this is necessary.
- There should be an original passport issued in not more than 10 years from the application date. This should be valid for at least 3 months from the proposed exit date and should have two blank pages for visa stamps.
- If your passport is expired, you will not be attended to at the embassy.
- Incorrect or incomplete application will cause delays in visa processing.
- It is possible for your visa application to be rejected and visa fees are non-refundable.
Business visa
- This visa issued for business purposes.
- The business partner in Latvia is required to submit a letter of invitation stating the type of business to be conducted and the duration of the business.
- If your business partner will sponsor your trip, it should be included in the invitation letter.
- Proof of previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided.
- A certificate from your employer stating/allowing your business travel would also be requested for.
- Those that want to hire staff, negotiate business contracts and head a branch company from Comoros are eligible for this visa.
- You are not allowed to take up paid employment with this visa.
- Proof of civil status such as marriage or birth certificate issued in Comoros should be provided.
- Applicants are to have a medical insurance worth a minimum of 30,000 euro that would be valid for the duration of your trip.
Student visa
- A Latvia student visa is issued to intending students from Comoros.
- Ensure that you have been admitted into a recognized institution in Latvia before applying for the visa.
- Students are to provide a recent bank statement if they are to going to sponsor themselves. This should have sufficient funds for the study duration.
- If you have a sponsor, the sponsor would be required to sign an affidavit to that respect.
- Those on scholarship are to present the letter of scholarship. The letter of scholarship should state how much the scholarship covers and the duration of the scholarship.
- You would be required to submit your certificates and transcripts of schools attended.
- Latvia issues a long-stay study visa and a short-stay study visa.
- Short-stay study visas are valid for 90 days in 180 days and long-stay visas are valid for more than 90 days.
- Proof of your admission into the institution in Latvia is required. This could be in form of an admission letter.
- If you are on a short-stay visa, you are to provide an enrollment certificate allowing attendance of courses in Latvia.
- Applicants on the long-stay visa are to get a residence permit before the expiration of their visa to be able to stay in Latvia for more than 1 year.
- All students are required to have a minimum of 10 euros to spend per day.
Where to apply
Latvia embassy & visa application centers in Comoros.
Latvia
AddressThere is currently no embassy/consulate of Latvia in Comoros. Applicants can visit neighboring countries with a Latvia embassy for visa application.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Latvia safe to visit
Yes. Violent crimes in Latvia are on the low side. Petty crimes such as scams and pickpocketing are also not common. Visitors are still advised however to be on the lookout for themselves at all times and to stay away from large crowds as much as possible.
How should I dress in Latvia
There is no specific dress code that Latvians adhere to but it has been observed that jeans are worn a lot. If you do not want to feel too left out, travel to Latvia with jeans, t-shirts with a cardigan(for summer) and long-sleeved tops with sweaters(for winter). If you plan to attend a formal function during your trip, you should also go with smarter outfits.
Can I use a Latvian visa to travel to other countries
Yes. Latvia is among the countries under the Schengen agreement and there are no border controls between countries that have signed and implemented this treaty. A visa granted for one Schengen country is valid for in all other countries that have signed and implemented the agreement.
What language is spoken in Latvia
Latvian is the main language spoken in Latvia. Russian is also spoken widely spoken especially in the capital city, Riga. In the urban parts, you are also likely to find a few English language speakers.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Latvia visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.