Republic of Latvia Visa Information
(Only For Indian Nationals)
Country: Republic of Latvia Visa Information
Embassy Address
DELHI
Embassy of the Republic of Latvia
B-8, Anand Niketan,
New Delhi - 110021
Tel: 011- 4107 7017
Office Timings: Mon to Fri, 0900 to 1600 hrs
Email: embassy.india@mfa.gov.lv , consulate.india@mfa.gov.lv
Embassy of the Republic of Latvia (Consular Section)
C- 15, Malcha Marg, Chanakyapuri,
New Delhi - 110 021
Tel: 011- 4948 8650 / 8657
Office Timings: Mon to Thu, 0900 to 1630 hrs.
Visa Timings: 1000 to 1200 hrs (Only on Tuesday's).
Collection Timings: 1000 to 1200 hrs (Only on Tuesday's).
Email: consulate.india@mfa.gov.lv , embassy.india@mfa.gov.lv
Note : All Passports are processed in New Delhi only
BANGALORE
Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Bangalore
231, Upper Palace Orchard, 18th Cross Rd, Sadasivanagar,
Bangalore - 560 080
Tel: 080- 2229 7913
Office Timings: Mon to Fri, 0900 to 1700 hrs
Email: balan.lvconsul@gmail.com
Notes: Visa not handled. All Passports are processed in New Delhi only.
Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Chennai
Khivraj Complex II, 2nd Floor, 480, Anna Salai, Nandanam,
Chennai - 600 035
Tel: 044- 2434 0252 / 2434 0254
Fax: 044- 2434 0253
Office Timings: Mon to Fri, 0900 to 1700 hrs
Email: nrami.nr@gmail.com
Notes: Visa not handled. All Passports are processed in New Delhi only.
Schengen Territory Indian
Nationals can obtain short stay visa for a period ranging from one to ninety days, valid for all countries of the Schengen Territory i.e. Austria, Benelux (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg), Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden & Switzerland.
The Schengen Convention is a great step towards freedom of circulation of people. Foreigners bearing a valid stay permit delivered by one of the Schengen states can leave and later re-enter the Schengen Territory without having to ask for a visa again, on condition that they have a valid passport and relevant travel document and a multiple entry visa. Application for visas have to be submitted with the competent Consular authorities, which are to be determined according to the following criteria
If the Applicant intends to stay in one Country only, the application should be submitted at the Representation of the same Country.
If the Applicant wishes to travel to several Member States, the application should be submitted at the Representation of the Country where the main purpose of travel lies, determined by the duration of the stay.
If the main destination cannot be ascertained, the Country of the first port of entry into Schengen Territory is regarded as the competent Consular office for processing the application.
Long term visas are still subject to the laws of the Country of Destination. They must be applied for at the Consular Authorities of the concerned Member States.
With effect from 2 November 2015, Indian citizens requesting a Schengen visa will have to appear in person to provide biometric data (fingerprints and digital photography). This concerns the applications for the short-term Schengen visas (max. 90 days in 180 days).
For subsequent applications within next 5 years the biometric data will be copied from the previous visa application included in the VIS.
Apart from that, there will be no change in current procedures such as visa fee or forms. However, the applicants should be aware that due to provisions of biometric data, which might cause at the beginning some disruptions, the first visit to their respective Schengen State Consulate after 2 November 2015 might take a little bit longer.
Exemptions from the obligation of fingerprinting are provided for the following categories of applicants only:
• Children under 12,
• Persons for whom the collection of fingerprints is physically impossible;
• Sovereigns and other senior members of a royal family, Heads of State and members of the national Governments (with their official delegations and spouses) if they travel for official purposes
Visa Requirements
Latvia Visa Information (Schengen)
Tourist Visa
A short-stay Schengen visa allowing visits up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- Passport: issued within last 10 years, valid ≥ 6 months from date of travel, with ≥ 2 blank pages (handwritten passports not accepted).
- Visa application form completed & signed. Online form: https://epak.pmlp.gov.lv/NVIS.EService001.WebSite/
- Two recent colour photos (35 x 45 mm, light background, 70% face coverage; ≤ 6 months old; no software correction).
- Covering letter addressed to: The Visa Officer, Embassy of the Republic of Latvia, New Delhi — include name, passport details, purpose & duration.
- Hotel reservation (unless accommodation is provided by inviter) and proof of sufficient funds (traveler's cheques or bank statements for last 3 months — min. €30/day).
- Proof of ties to country of residence (e.g., employer letter or enrollment letter from educational institution).
- Confirmed round-trip tickets.
- Travel medical insurance valid for whole Schengen area — minimum €30,000 and covering the entire stay plus 15 days grace.
- Bring copies of any documents you need returned at submission.
- Applications accepted by prearranged appointment and applicant must appear in person.
Business Visa
- Passport: same rules as Tourist (issued within 10 years, ≥ 6 months validity, ≥ 2 blank pages).
- Visa application form completed & signed (online link above).
- Two recent colour photos (35 x 45 mm, light background, ≤ 6 months old).
- Covering letter on company letterhead, signed and stamped, addressed to the Visa Officer — include name, passport details, purpose & duration.
- Original invitation from Latvian host / inviting company — approved by the Office of Citizenship & Immigration (Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
- Hotel reservation if not covered by inviter, and proof of funds (traveller's cheques or bank statements last 3 months — min. €30/day).
- Company & personal bank statements (last 3 months) and Income Tax Returns (last 3 years).
- Document proving ties to residence (employer letter).
- Confirmed round-trip tickets and Schengen medical insurance (€30,000, Schengen-wide).
- Apply at least 2 weeks in advance; processing may take up to 10 working days. Consular officer may request additional documents or personal interview.
- Visa fee: pay by Demand Draft in INR in favour of "Embassy of Latvia", payable at New Delhi. Fees are non-refundable.
Processing Time
Processing Time: Tourist – 9–10 working days. Business – 9–10 working days.
Important: Incomplete applications may be refused. Embassy may ask for additional documents or personal presence.
Visa Fee
For detail please contact : info@vandanaairtravels.com or call 011-49054905
