LatviaUzbekistan: Visa-free

LatviaUzbekistan

Do Latvia passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan?

Visa-free

No. Latvia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Uzbekistan for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: gov.uz (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance3,629 km, straight line (~4h 46m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Uzbekistan133 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

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Frequently asked questions

Do Latvia passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan?

No. Latvia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Uzbekistan for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

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

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Uzbekistan from Latvia?

About 3,629 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 46m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Uzbekistan?

Uzbekistani soʻm (UZS).

What is the emergency number in Uzbekistan?

112.

What time zone is Uzbekistan in?

Tashkent (UTC+5).

What is the nearest airport to Tashkent?

Tashkent International Airport (TAS), about 5 km away.

How many countries can enter Uzbekistan without a visa?

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

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	4.9°C	1.6°C	30mm	80h
February	4.9°C	-0.1°C	50mm	139h
March	7°C	-0.5°C	46mm	239h
April	9.8°C	2.2°C	25mm	320h
May	13.8°C	5.4°C	42mm	390h
June	23.4°C	13.8°C	113mm	380h
July	20.6°C	12.5°C	105mm	420h
August	21.8°C	13°C	64mm	339h
September	19°C	11.9°C	70mm	278h
October	12.9°C	7.7°C	85mm	178h
November	7.7°C	3.8°C	41mm	89h
December	2°C	-0.9°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 Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan, officially the Republic of Uzbekistan, is a sovereign, doubly landlocked country located in Central Asia. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Kyrgyzstan to the northeast, Tajikistan to the southeast, Afghanistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the south-west. It is one of only two doubly landlocked countries in the world, the other being Liechtenstein. The country has a population of more than 39 million, making it the most populous country in Central Asia. Uzbekistan is a member of the Organisation of Turkic States. Uzbek, spoken by the Uzbek people who form more than 89% of the population, is the official language of the country. Russian and Tajik are significant minority languages, with Russian serving as a lingua franca. Tajik is primarily spoken by Tajiks living in the southern parts of the country, such as Samarkand and Bukhara.

CapitalTashkent

RegionCentral Asia

Population37.1M

Area447,400 km²

CurrencyUzbekistani soʻm (1 USD ≈ 11931.74 UZS)

LanguagesRussian, Uzbek

Calling code+998

Drives on theright

TimezoneTashkent (UTC+5)

Nearest airportTashkent International Airport (TAS), 5 km

Emergency number112

UNESCO sites8

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,968 (2025)

Tourist arrivals6.7M (2019)

Travel guide

Uzbekistan is the most populous country in Central Asia and is rich in history, culture, and diversity. It has been a part of numerous empires and was once a key part of the Silk Road, making it an excellent destination for the history buff. Although Uzbekistan is often overlooked as a tourist destination, there is plenty to see and do in this beautiful country, and Uzbeks are warm and hospitable.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cold Winter Deserts of Turan
Historic Centre of Bukhara
Itchan Kala
Samarkand – Crossroad of Cultures
Shahrisabz
Silk Roads: Zarafshan-Karakum Corridor
Tashkent Modernist Architecture. Modernity and Tradition in Central Asia
Western Tian Shan

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