Cypriot visa for Latvian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Latvian passport holders visiting Cyprus for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Latvian citizens to enter Cyprus for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Cyprus e-visa for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cyprus visa on arrival for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
Cyprus tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Latvian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Cyprus.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Cyprus.
If you are looking for Cyprus 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 Cyprus nearest your place of residence.
- Helsinki: The Embassy of in Helsinki, ~ 365.85 kilometers (227.33 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 24 minutes).
- Stockholm: The Embassy of in Stockholm, ~ 469.78 kilometers (291.91 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 9 minutes).
Cyprus visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cyprus diplomatic mission offices to Latvia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Latvia traveling to Cyprus from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Latvia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,923 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,713 | -10.92% |
| 2010 | 1,738 | 1.46% |
| 2011 | 1,914 | 10.13% |
| 2012 | 1,972 | 3.03% |
| 2013 | 1,924 | -2.43% |
| 2014 | 1,953 | 1.51% |
| 2015 | 2,127 | 8.91% |
| 2016 | 2,550 | 19.89% |
| 2017 | 2,922 | 14.59% |
| 2018 | 3,151 | 7.84% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cyprus & Latvia comparison
Cyprus's area is approximately 9,240 km2 (3,567 sq mi), while the area of Latvia is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi). This means Latvia is 6.73 times bigger than Cyprus.
As of October 2025, Cyprus's population is ~1.3 million people - 532,916 fewer people than the population of Latvia.
We have highlighted Cyprus & Latvia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cyprus | Latvia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,251,427 | 1,784,343 | 532916 fewer people live in Cyprus than Latvia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 8 | 47 | Cyprus has 39 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Latvia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 136 | 137 | Cyprus passport holders visit 1 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 94 | 58 | Cypriot hosts 36 more foreign missions than Latvia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Latvia travel to Cyprus in one year?
The number of visitors from Latvia visiting Cyprus in 2018 was approximately 3,151.
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