Latvia visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Kenyans visiting Latvia

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

  • Passport with a validity of 3 months after the expiry of your visa. The passport should have two blank pages.
  • Correctly filled visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • One passport-sized photograph taken with a white background which follows the visa application specification.
  • Bank statement for the last three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during your time in the country.
  • Travel insurance with a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Return flight ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Latvia Visa for Kenyans

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. 

Lengthy prison sentences and hefty fines are usually handed out to drug offenders. Avoid drug-related crimes so that you won't get in trouble with the authorities.

Types of Latvia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Medical visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days More than 90 days
Transit visa 15 days 24 hours

General Requirements for Latvia Visa

  • Passport with a validity of 3 months after the expiry of your visa. The passport should have two blank pages.
  • Correctly filled visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • One passport-sized photograph taken with a white background which follows the visa application specification.
  • Bank statement for the last three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during your time in the country.
  • Travel insurance with a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Return flight ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Latvia Tourist visa Latvia Business visa Latvia Medical visa Latvia Student visa Latvia Transit visa

Latvia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa type is for those visiting Latvia for vacation, recreation, relaxation, and sightseeing.
  • Applicants of this visa may intend to visit their friends and relatives in the country.
  • Kenyans visiting friends or relatives are to provide a letter of invitation from their host. This letter should include the home address and telephone number of their host as well as a valid means of identification of the host.
  • Foreigners can attend festivals and events during their time in the country.
  • A letter from your current employer is required. In this letter, your employer should confirm awareness of your leave and also confirm continuous employment after the duration of the leave.
  • Applicants passport that has a validity of 6 months from the date of departure should be submitted.
  • Retirees should provide a document showing proof of pension and other financial support.
  • Proof of financial sufficiency that covers the applicants duration of stay.
  • Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation should be submitted.
  • Proof of incentive of returning to Kenya at the expiration of your visa is required.
  • A copy of the applicants' stay permit is required if the applicant is not a Kenyan citizen.
  • For under-age children, notarized travel permission from the parent is required. The original copy of minor’s birth certificate should be provided.
  • Holders of this visa should ensure they have proof of the incentive of returning to their country.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • This visa prohibits you from working while you are in the country.
  • Foreigners in Latvia on the tourist visa cannot be enrolled in one of the institutions of learning.
  • During your time in the country, you are not allowed to seek public funds.
  • You are expected to leave the country at the expiration of your visa.

Latvia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applicants of the business visa do so with the intention of meeting up with business partners in the country for business purposes.
  • During your meeting with your partners, you can sign and negotiate contracts.
  • You can attend trade fairs, conferences, and business summits while you are in the country.
  • A letter of invitation from the company in Latvia you are meeting with should be provided. In the letter, the company’s address, the purpose of your visit, and the duration of your visit should be provided.
  • If the applicants' expenses are to be covered by the partner company or the employer, it should be stated in the letter of invitation.
  • A certificate from your employer allowing your business travel is required.
  • Proof of previous trade relations between the two companies should be provided if any.
  • Proof of prior business dealings between you and the company should be provided if any.
  • Memorandum and Article of Association in the original certified copy should be provided.
  • Certificate of business registration of your business partner in Latvia
  • You are not allowed to be employed whilst you are in the country.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to seek public funds.
  • For private business owners, a copy of their Income Tax Return(ITR) form or certificate of income tax deducted from salary should be submitted.
  • Non-Kenyans applying for this visa are required to have a copy of their stay permit in Kenya.
  • Proof of paid visa application fee is required.
  • At the expiry of this visa, applicants are expected to leave the country.
  • Minors traveling without their parents should have a letter of consent signed by both parents. Also, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required.
  • This visa is only extended in exceptional cases.

Latvia Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applicants of this visa intend to receive medical treatment from hospitals in Latvia.
  • A medical report from your local doctor should be provided. The report should include your diagnosis and the reason the treatment is best gotten in Latvia.
  • The date of your appointment and your medical situation should be stated in the attestation from the hospital in Latvia.
  • A letter of invitation from your employer in Kenya confirming awareness and allowance of your leave is required.
  • For those retired, a document showing pension statement and other forms of financial support should be provided.
  • Receipt of paid medical fees is required.
  • Minors must ensure they possess the original copy of their birth certificate. If they are traveling alone or with one of their parents, a document of consent which is signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.
  • You are not allowed to work while you are in the country.
  • At the end of your treatment, you are expected to leave the country.
  • Holders are not allowed to take up permanent residence in the country.
  • Proof of paid visa application fee is required.
  • This visa can be extended only on special occasions.

Latvia Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Students visa allows foreigners to study in one of the institutions in Latvia.
  • Applicants should ensure they confirm they have been accepted into the institution of their choice before applying for this visa.
  • A letter of invitation from the institution you have been accepted to should be provided. The course you have enrolled for and the duration of the study should be stated in the letter.
  • A copy of passport's biometric data should be submitted.
  • Certificates and transcripts from previously attended schools should be provided.
  • A copy of your stay permit in Kenya should be provided for non-citizens of Kenya.
  • Students are allowed to work part-time when school is on session and full-time when school is on break.
  • This visa may be extended to cover the period of your study.
  • Proof of financial sufficiency that covers applicants duration of stay.
  • Proof of part or full tuition fee payment.
  • If you are minor traveling without your parent, a letter of consent signed both your parents should be provided. Also, an unabridged original copy of your birth certificate is required.
  • You are not allowed to seek public funds while you are in the country.
  • Proof of payment of visa application form is required.

Latvia Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • With this visa, Kenyans can make stop-overs in Latvia.
  • This visa allows foreigners to transit through the country to their destination country.
  • Flight ticket to the destination country is required.
  • You are required to have the visa of your destination country.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to work or study whilst they are in the country.
  • Receipt of payment of visa application fee is required.
  • Minors should ensure they have an unabridged original copy of their birth certificate.
  • An extension to this visa cannot be granted.

Latvia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Medical visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Transit visa

60.00 (EUR)

Latvia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Kenya

Location

Address

Nairobi

Kabarsiran Avenue (off James Gichuru Road), Lavington, Nairobi, Kenya.

https://www.nairobi.mfa.gov.hu/eng

mission.nai@mfa.gov.hu

+254 73 890 5187, +254 74 298 4724

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the national drink of Latvia?
The national drink of Latvia is Black Balsam.
What currency is used in Latvia?
The currency used in Latvia is the Euro.
Is it safe to go to Latvia?
It is relatively safe to travel to Latvia. The crime rate is low .
Can international students work in Latvia?
Yes, international students can work in Latvia for 20 hours per week.
How much does it cost to live in Latvia?
The average monthly living expenses in Latvia are estimated to be between €450 and €700.
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