GuyanaLatvia: Visa required

GuyanaLatvia

Do Guyana passport holders need a visa for Latvia?

Visa required

Yes. Guyana 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 of2026-10-19

Distance8,905 km, straight line (~10h 59m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Latvia138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Latvia passport holders visiting Guyana: Visa on arrival.

Latvia drives on the right, the opposite side to Guyana. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Latvia

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

Russia

Other visa-free destinations for Guyana passport holders

See all Guyana destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do Guyana passport holders need a visa for Latvia?

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

How far is Latvia from Guyana?

About 8,905 km in a straight line, roughly ~10h 59m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Latvia?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Latvia?

110 / 112 / 113.

Does Latvia drive on the same side of the road as Guyana?

Latvia drives on the right, the opposite side to Guyana. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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 Guyana passport holders visit without a visa instead of Latvia?

Russia.

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 Guyana

Guyana, officially the Republic of Guyana, is a country in South America. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Suriname to the east, Brazil to the south and southwest, and Venezuela to the west. It is part of the Guianas. The capital and largest city is Georgetown.

CapitalGeorgetown

RegionSouth America

Population836K

Area214,969 km²

CurrencyGuyanese dollar (1 USD ≈ 209.24 GYD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+592

Drives on theleft

TimezoneGuyana (UTC-4)

Nearest airportEugene F. Correia International Airport (OGL), 5 km

Emergency number911 / 912 / 913 / 999

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$32,414 (2025)

Tourist arrivals86.4K (2020)

Climate in Georgetown

Warmest October, coolest December, driest January, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Georgetown, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.2°C	24.5°C	67mm	354h
February	28.3°C	24.6°C	98mm	327h
March	28.6°C	25°C	78mm	355h
April	29°C	25.3°C	106mm	339h
May	28.7°C	25.2°C	177mm	330h
June	28.5°C	24.6°C	281mm	304h
July	29°C	24.5°C	310mm	339h
August	29.9°C	25°C	195mm	351h
September	30.3°C	25.3°C	147mm	338h
October	30.3°C	25.8°C	118mm	336h
November	28.8°C	24.8°C	311mm	288h
December	27.8°C	24.3°C	402mm	295h

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

Guyana is an English-speaking country where you can find untouched South American nature, amazing wildlife and birding experiences, rich culture and heritage, and a multiethnic Caribbean vibe. 90% of the population live along the coast, leaving the country's interior untouched, and to be explored.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.

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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