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How to get a Latvia visa from Philippines
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Filipino passport holders travelling to Latvia.
Visa types & fees
4 visa options for travelling to Latvia.
Business visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Student visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days
Tourist visa
Processing time3-4 weeks
Validity90 days (extendable to 180 days)
Work visa
Processing time15 days
Validity90 days (extendable to 180 days)
Application requirements
Documents Filipino applicants need to provide.
- 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.
Visa type details
Business visa
- 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.
Student visa
- 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.
Tourist visa
- 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.
Work visa
- 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.
Where to apply
Latvia embassy & visa application centers in Philippines.
Manila
Address2nd Floor, Coltrans Compound 2253 Aurora Boulevard (Tramo) Pasay City Metro Manila, Philippines.
Phone(+63) 2 8833 2551
Email[email protected]
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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.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Latvia visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.