Latvia visa requirements for Filipinos

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Latvia

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

  • Valid passport for at least 6 months beyond the date of departure from Latvia. The original must be submitted along with a copy of each page.
  • Two recent passport-sized photos (35mm x 45mm).
  • Fully accomplished and duly signed application form.
  • Payment of air ticket.
  • Detailed original flight itinerary, including the date of arrival and departure.
  • Evidence of adequate financial means (recent original bank and/or credit card statements).
  • Travel health insurance.
  • Embassy working hours are from  9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Mondays-Fridays).
  • Confirmed hotel reservation.
  • Underage children cannot apply for a visa. Both parents must fill out and sign the application form for their children.

Latvia Visa for Filipinos

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
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days 90 days
Tourist visa 3-4 weeks 90 days (extendable to 180 days)
Work visa 15 days 90 days (extendable to 180 days)

General Requirements for Latvia Visa

  • Valid passport for at least 6 months beyond the date of departure from Latvia. The original must be submitted along with a copy of each page.
  • Two recent passport-sized photos (35mm x 45mm).
  • Fully accomplished and duly signed application form.
  • Payment of air ticket.
  • Detailed original flight itinerary, including the date of arrival and departure.
  • Evidence of adequate financial means (recent original bank and/or credit card statements).
  • Travel health insurance.
  • Embassy working hours are from  9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Mondays-Fridays).
  • Confirmed hotel reservation.
  • Underage children cannot apply for a visa. Both parents must fill out and sign the application form for their children.
Latvia Business visa Latvia Student visa Latvia Tourist visa Latvia Work visa

Latvia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Latvia for some business-related activities.
  • An original and genuine passport must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
  • Two passport-sized photographs with a white background.
  • An air ticket.
  • Travel insurance.
  • A bank statement issued from the bank.
  • An income tax return.
  • An invitation letter from the organization.
  • A cover letter from the company.
  • No dealing in illegal business.
  • Medical insurance.

Latvia Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Latvia for studies.
  • A completely filled study visa application form.
  • A valid passport.
  • Passport photograph with white background (35/ 45 size)
  • All educational documents- X, XII/PUC, and Bachelors Certificates and Marksheet (Translated into English)
  • The provisional certificate is not accepted.
  • Proof of enrollment
  • Proof of hostel/ accommodation.
  • The grade should be 50% and above.
  • Sufficient means of finance during your stay.
  • IELTS, TOFEL, Medium of Instruction certificate or any English Proficiency Certificate.
  • Curriculum Vitae.
  • Letter of acceptance from the institution in Latvia.
  • Payment of tuition.
  • For applicants under the age of 18. A document is issued to be signed by the parents/sponsor as an approval to study in Latvia.

Latvia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Latvia for tourism/visitation.
  • Fill the Latvian tourist visa online application form.
  • 2 photos must be attached. The photos should be of passport format, a recent whole-face capture with a white background.
  • Your passport and copies of your previous visas, valid for at least 3 months beyond return date are required. 
  • A letter of invitation from the host.
  • Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
  • Europe Travel insurance confirmation of minimum 30,000 € coverage within Latvia and the entire Schengen zone.
  • A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel to Latvia and itinerary
  • Flight Itinerary with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Latvia
  • Regular income generated in the latest 6 months
  • Hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in the Republic of Latvia.
  • Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable).
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Latvia.
  • As the European Commission tells, according to the Immigration Law, foreign nationals who want to enter and reside in the Republic of Latvia need to attest enjoying at least 14€/day for the duration of their stay, at the moment applying for a Latvian Visa to the Latvian Embassy or Consulate.

Latvia Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Latvia for work purposes.
  • A valid passport.
  • Two passport-sized photographs.
  • Curriculum vitae and Educational qualifications.
  • Two employment permit application forms,
  • A medical certificate,
  • Bank account statements to prove self-sufficiency.
  • Medical insurance,
  • Proof of visa application fee payment,
  • Marriage certificate, where applicable,
  • A letter of intent from the Latvian employer.

Latvia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

2000.00 (EUR)

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Work visa

60.00 (EUR)

Latvia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines

Location

Address

Manila

2nd Floor, Coltrans Compound 2253 Aurora Boulevard (Tramo) Pasay City Metro Manila, Philippines.

latviaconsulatephils@gmail.com

(+63) 2 8833 2551

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to travel to Latvia?
Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements. This means that the Philippines may enter Latvia for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes with a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the period of stay. You need sufficient funds and a return airline ticket.

Is it easy to get Latvia visa?

Yes, Latvia is the fifth Schengen country from which it is easier to get a visa to Schengen. This makes all three Baltic countries ideal for the Schengen visa application. With 97.9% of the applications received, and only 2.1% rejected, you have quite a good chance to get a visa from this country.

Is Latvia a safe country?

Latvia is overall is safe to travel, the crime rates are relatively low, and even pickpockets are not that common. However, it is advised that you remain vigilant at all times, especially on the streets.

Is Latvia expensive to visit?

It's super cheap, Compared to Scandinavia and Western Europe, to visit Latvia is cheap, food, hotel and transportation are very affordable, and since Riga is fairly small, you can see all the major sights on foot. It's a very budget-friendly destination.