BelarusLatvia: Visa required

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Do Belarus passport holders need a visa for Latvia?

Visa required

Yes. Belarus passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Latvia.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance397 km, straight line (~58m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Latvia138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Latvia passport holders visiting Belarus: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near Latvia

Belarus passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Belarus passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Belarus passport holders need a visa for Latvia?

Yes. Belarus passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Latvia.

How far is Latvia from Belarus?

About 397 km in a straight line, roughly ~58m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Latvia?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Latvia?

110 / 112 / 113.

What time zone is Latvia in?

Riga (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Riga?

Riga International Airport (RIX), about 9 km away.

How many countries can enter Latvia without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Latvia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Belarus passport holders visit without a visa instead of Latvia?

Ukraine, Russia, Moldova, Serbia.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Belarus

Belarus, officially the Republic of Belarus, is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe. It is bordered by Russia to the east and northeast, Ukraine to the south, Poland to the west, and Lithuania and Latvia to the northwest. Belarus spans an area of 207,600 square kilometres (80,200 sq mi) with a population of 9.1 million. The country has a hemiboreal climate and is administratively divided into six regions. Minsk is the capital and largest city; it is administered separately as a city with special status.

CapitalMinsk

RegionEastern Europe

Population9.1M

Area207,600 km²

CurrencyBelarusian ruble (1 USD ≈ 2.98 BYN)

LanguagesBelarusian, Russian

Calling code+375

Drives on theright

TimezoneMinsk (UTC+3)

Nearest airportMinsk National Airport (MSQ), 32 km

Emergency number101 / 102 / 103

UNESCO sites19

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$10,279 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.6M (2020)

Climate in Minsk

Warmest June, coolest December, driest April, sunniest July.

Monthly climate normals for Minsk, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	2.2°C	-1°C	46mm	59h
February	4.1°C	-1.8°C	51mm	159h
March	7.1°C	-1.2°C	33mm	222h
April	10.5°C	0.7°C	20mm	277h
May	14.7°C	5.7°C	80mm	319h
June	22.7°C	14.5°C	111mm	371h
July	21.2°C	12.9°C	85mm	376h
August	22.1°C	13.6°C	63mm	330h
September	18.6°C	10°C	43mm	264h
October	13.2°C	8.1°C	62mm	121h
November	5.1°C	1.5°C	46mm	70h
December	-0.1°C	-2.9°C	54mm	42h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Belarus is a former Soviet state whose history begins in the 10th century CE. While not on most tourists' radar, Belarus preserves beautiful castles, pristine nature, and Soviet heritage. It maintains close ties and an open border with its neighbor Russia.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Architectural, Residential and Cultural Complex of the Radziwill Family at Nesvizh
Białowieża Forest
Brest Fortress
Church of Nativity of Virgin Mary in Muravanka
Church of St. Michael in Synkavičy
Church of the Holy Trinity in Čarnaŭčycy
Kaloža Church
Mir Castle Complex
Q141508448
Q141508575

Upcoming public holidays

November 7, 2026Дзень Кастрычніцкай рэвалюцыі

December 25, 2026Каляды каталiцкiя

January 1, 2027Новы год

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About Latvia

Latvia, officially the Republic of Latvia, is a country in the Baltic region of northern Europe. It is one of the three Baltic states, along with Estonia to the north and Lithuania to the south. It borders Russia to the east and Belarus to the southeast and shares a maritime border with Sweden to the west. Latvia covers an area of 64,573 km2 (24,932 sq mi), with a population of 1.83 million. The country has a temperate seasonal climate. Its capital and largest city is Riga. Latvians, who are the titular nation and comprise 65.5% of the country's population, belong to the ethnolinguistic group of the Balts and speak Latvian. Russians are the most prominent minority in the country, at almost a quarter of the population; 37.7% of the population speak Russian as their native tongue.

CapitalRiga

RegionNorthern Europe

Population1.8M

Area64,559 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesLatvian

Calling code+371

Drives on theright

TimezoneRiga (UTC+3)

Nearest airportRiga International Airport (RIX), 9 km

Emergency number110 / 112 / 113

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$26,312 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.2M (2020)

Climate in Riga

Warmest June, coolest December, driest April, sunniest July.

Monthly climate normals for Riga, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5°C	1.5°C	30mm	80h
February	5°C	-0.2°C	50mm	139h
March	7°C	-0.6°C	46mm	239h
April	9.8°C	2°C	25mm	320h
May	13.8°C	5.3°C	42mm	390h
June	23.4°C	13.8°C	113mm	380h
July	20.6°C	12.3°C	105mm	420h
August	21.8°C	12.8°C	64mm	339h
September	19°C	11.8°C	70mm	278h
October	12.9°C	7.6°C	85mm	178h
November	7.7°C	3.7°C	41mm	89h
December	2°C	-1°C	31mm	40h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Latvia is one of the three Baltic states in Europe. The biggest travel destination in the country is the capital Riga, whose Old Town is a World Heritage Site. There are many other great places to see, both urban and rural. Latvia's unspoilt sea coast is a 500-km-long unique biome, mainly consisting of empty beaches, white soft sand, and dunes covered with pine trees. Forests cover approximately half of Latvia's territory and are home to many nature trails, nature parks and wildlife preserves. The city of Liepāja with its magnificent beach and the unique formerly secret military neighbourhood of Karosta, Kuldīga, recognised in 2023 as a UNESCO world heritage site, with Europe's widest waterfall, and Cēsis with its medieval castle ruins are just some of the various sights.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Old town of Kuldīga
Struve Geodetic Arc
Vecrīga

Upcoming public holidays

November 18, 2026Latvijas Republikas Proklamēšanas diena

December 24, 2026Ziemassvētku vakars

December 25, 2026Pirmie Ziemassvētki

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