LatviaRussia: e-Visa

LatviaRussia

Do Latvia passport holders need a visa for Russia?

e-Visa

Yes. Latvia passport holders need a visa for Russia, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: mofa.gov.sa (checked September 16, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance842 km, straight line (~1h 29m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Russia43 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Russia passport holders visiting Latvia: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Russia

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

Other visa-free destinations for Latvia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Latvia passport holders need a visa for Russia?

Yes. Latvia passport holders need a visa for Russia, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can Latvia citizens stay in Russia without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Russia from Latvia?

About 842 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 29m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Russia?

Russian ruble (RUB).

What is the emergency number in Russia?

01 / 02 / 03 / 101 / 102 / 103 / 112.

What time zone is Russia in?

Moscow (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Moscow?

Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), about 28 km away.

How many countries can enter Russia without a visa?

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

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

Belarus, Ukraine, Lithuania, Estonia, Finland, Moldova.

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 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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About Russia

Russia, or the Russian Federation, is a country in Eastern Europe and North Asia. It is the largest country in the world, spanning eleven time zones and sharing land borders with fourteen countries. With a population of over 140 million, Russia is the most populous country in Europe and the ninth-most populous in the world. It is a highly urbanised country, with sixteen of its urban areas having more than 1 million inhabitants. Moscow, the most populous metropolitan area in Europe, is the capital and largest city of Russia, while Saint Petersburg is its second-largest city and a major cultural centre.

CapitalMoscow

RegionEastern Europe

Population143.5M

Area17,098,242 km²

CurrencyRussian ruble (1 USD ≈ 83.21 RUB)

LanguagesRussian

Calling code+7

Drives on theright

TimezoneMoscow (UTC+3)

Nearest airportSheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), 28 km

Emergency number01 / 02 / 03 / 101 / 102 / 103 / 112

UNESCO sites40

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$17,547 (2025)

Tourist arrivals6.4M (2020)

Climate in Moscow

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

Monthly climate normals for Moscow, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	1.3°C	-2.2°C	45mm	29h
February	1.5°C	-4.2°C	35mm	108h
March	7.4°C	-0.8°C	44mm	208h
April	8.6°C	-0.6°C	29mm	285h
May	15.6°C	6.7°C	116mm	279h
June	22.9°C	12.9°C	89mm	384h
July	22.9°C	14.1°C	129mm	351h
August	21.9°C	11.9°C	36mm	354h
September	18.4°C	9.4°C	49mm	263h
October	12.6°C	5.6°C	44mm	167h
November	3.2°C	-0.1°C	44mm	52h
December	-2.2°C	-6.7°C	34mm	66h

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

Russia is the world's largest country, covering more than one-eighth of the Earth's inhabited land area. Russia boasts a rich history and culture, as well as a wealth of natural attractions for those willing to head off the beaten path. Many of Russia's attractions for visitors lie in the hard-to-reach stretches of the planet's most remote lands. The best known sights are in and around the nation's principal cities of Moscow and Saint Petersburg.

Upcoming public holidays

November 4, 2026День народного единства

January 1, 2027Новый год

January 2, 2027Новогодние каникулы

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