Latvia visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting Latvia

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Latvian Visa.

  • Duly completed and signed application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicants ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Latvia Visa for Ghanaians

Facts about Latvia

Latvia is a small country which offers tourists a taste of nature at its very best. Tourists in the country are usually spoilt for choice with the plethora of attractions available in the country. The country offers tourists the opportunity to dream away on its white sand beaches or cycle through one of the many nature trails or having a relaxing time at one of the nature parks. Every moment is sure going to be a moment to cherish.
 
Tourist visits to Latvia are gradually increasing as more and more tourists get to discover the spectacular attractions on offer in the country. In the first three months of 2017, over 2.6 million foreign tourists visited the country which is a 7% increase in the number that visited the country during the same period the previous year. The majority of tourists who visited the country during this period were Russians followed by Estonians.
 
Foreigners traveling to Latvia will be refused entry into the country if they are found to be in possession of more than €10,000 or its equivalent in any currency. Anyone caught driving under the influence of alcohol will be jailed immediately. 

Types of Latvia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 10 days 90 days
Business visa 10 days 90 days
Student visa 10 days 90 days
Work visa 10 days 90 days

General Requirements for Latvia Visa

  • Duly completed and signed application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Copy of return flight ticket
  • Documentation showing applicants ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Latvia Tourist visa Latvia Business visa Latvia Student visa Latvia Work visa

Latvia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Latvia for tourism purposes.
  • You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
  • All visitors to Latvia must carry a valid passport.
  • Applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Latvia.
  • This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
  •  During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
  • The Latvia tourist visa is valid for only 90 days.
  • You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
  • This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.

Latvia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Latvia for business purposes.
  • You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Latvian company you will be visiting.
  • This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
  • If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, confirmation/invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
  • If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
  • Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
  • Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration.
  • You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
  • It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.

Latvia Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • An international student who wants to pursue an educational course in Latvia will have to obtain a student visa.
  • To be eligible for a Latvian student visa, you must provide proof of being enrolled as a full-time student in one of Latvia’s institutions for higher education.
  • You must also provide proof of full payment of tuition fee for the course.
  • Your medical insurance must cover the total number of days you will be staying in Latvia as a student.
  • The insurance must be valid for all Schengen countries for a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
  • Proof of accommodation is required.
  • Upon entering Latvia, students are required to apply for a residence permit at the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs of Latvia (OCMA).
  • Applicants may be required to sit for an interview before residence permit is issued.

Latvia Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • If you’re planning on taking a job in Latvia, you need to get a work permit first.
  • If foreign nationals wish to reside in Latvia for more than 90 days within a 6-month period, they must obtain a visa or residence permit.
  • The applicant must provide the original employment contract in his/her application.
  • The employment contract must be from a Latvian registered business.
  • The employment contract my have a ‘residential permit’ included.
  • If you are an entrepreneur wishing to open a business in Latvia or are a businessman/woman intending to manage a Latvian business you are legally required to obtain a Latvia Residential Permit.
  • Holding a residence permit gives an applicant the right to reside and seek employment in Latvia.
  • A medical certificate stating good health of applicant will also be submitted.
  • Applicants are also required to submit relevant marriage and birth certificates of spouse and dependants traveling with them.

Latvia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (USD)

Business visa

60.00 (USD)

Student visa

60.00 (USD)

Work visa

60.00 (USD)

Latvia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ghana

Location

Address

Accra

Plot number 20 and 22, section 3, 24 Street, Atasomanso, Kumasi - Ghana

carmel_415@yahoo.com

(+233) 322 023 550

Frequently Asked Questions

What currency is used in Latvia??
Official currency of Latvia is the euro.
Is Latvia expensive to visit??
Latvia is cheap, compared to Scandinavia and Western Europe. Food, hotel and transportation is very affordable, and since Riga is fairly small, you can see all the major sights on foot.
Is there a Latvian embassy in Ghana??
Yes. The Latvian Honorary Consulate is located in Kumasi.
How safe is Latvia to travel to??
Latvia is safe. Much like every other place, just a little caution and you will be fine.
Is Latvia a Schengen country??
Yes. Latvia is one of the 26 Schengen countries.
Can I easily get a job in Latvia??
Yes. With the right visa and permit, you can easily get a job in Latvia.
How much money do I need on my bank statement to support me acquired a student visa to Latvia??
Rodham

2 years ago

How much bank balance do i need.

Can I apply student visa in Ghana please?
ALEXANDER SAAH Gborie

2 years ago

Good morning all, how can i apply for a student visa in Ghana to Latvia

Pls can we applied for Latvia visa in Ghana??
Hello... I have a question pls, can u please specify the ( travel documents ) for me please? Because I want to apply for tourist visa. Thank you?
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