Bosnian visa for Latvian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Latvian passport holders visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Latvian citizens to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Bosnia and Herzegovina e-visa for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bosnia and Herzegovina visa on arrival for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
Bosnia and Herzegovina tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Latvian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
If you are looking for Bosnia and Herzegovina visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Latvia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bosnia and Herzegovina nearest your place of residence.
- Stockholm: The Embassy of in Stockholm, ~ 471.15 kilometers (292.76 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 20 minutes).
- Warsaw: The Embassy of in Warsaw, ~ 569.85 kilometers (354.09 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 35 minutes).
Bosnia and Herzegovina visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bosnia and Herzegovina diplomatic mission offices to Latvia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Latvia traveling to Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Latvia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 258 | N/A |
| 2009 | 249 | -3.49% |
| 2010 | 292 | 17.27% |
| 2011 | 314 | 7.53% |
| 2012 | 351 | 11.78% |
| 2013 | 423 | 20.51% |
| 2014 | 429 | 1.42% |
| 2015 | 542 | 26.34% |
| 2016 | 622 | 14.76% |
| 2017 | 738 | 18.65% |
| 2018 | 842 | 14.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bosnia and Herzegovina & Latvia comparison
Bosnia and Herzegovina's area is approximately 51,000 km2 (19,691 sq mi), while the area of Latvia is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi). This means Latvia is 21.96% larger than Bosnia and Herzegovina.
As of October 2025, Bosnia and Herzegovina's population is ~3.2 million people - 1,396,411 more people than the population of Latvia.
We have highlighted Bosnia and Herzegovina & Latvia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Latvia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,180,754 | 1,784,343 | 1.4 million more people live in Bosnia and Herzegovina than Latvia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 47 | Bosnia and Herzegovina has 9 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Latvia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 82 | 137 | Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders visit 55 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 58 | Bosnian hosts 4 fewer foreign missions than Latvia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Latvia travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina in one year?
The number of visitors from Latvia visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2018 was approximately 842.
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