Hungarian visa for Latvian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Latvian passport holders visiting Hungary for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Latvian citizens to enter Hungary for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Hungary e-visa for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Hungary visa on arrival for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
Hungary tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Latvian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Hungary.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Hungary.
If you are looking for Hungary 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 Hungary nearest your place of residence.
- Riga: The Embassy of Hungary in Riga, Latvia (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
Hungary visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Hungary diplomatic mission offices to Latvia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Latvia traveling to Hungary from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Latvia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7,051 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7,246 | 2.77% |
| 2010 | 7,608 | 5.00% |
| 2011 | 8,200 | 7.78% |
| 2012 | 8,282 | 1.00% |
| 2013 | 8,499 | 2.62% |
| 2014 | 9,712 | 14.27% |
| 2015 | 11,453 | 17.93% |
| 2016 | 12,204 | 6.56% |
| 2017 | 12,628 | 3.47% |
| 2018 | 14,042 | 11.20% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Hungary & Latvia comparison
Hungary's area is approximately 90,530 km2 (34,953 sq mi), while the area of Latvia is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi). This means Latvia is 45.55% smaller than Hungary.
As of April 2024, Hungary's population is ~9.6 million people - 7,759,033 more people than the population of Latvia.
We have highlighted Hungary & Latvia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Hungary | Latvia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 9,563,747 | 1,804,714 | 7.8 million more people live in Hungary than Latvia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 131 | 47 | Hungary has 84 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Latvia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 141 | 137 | Hungary passport holders can visit 4 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 112 | 58 | Hungarian hosts 54 more foreign missions than Latvia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Latvia travel to Hungary in one year?
The number of visitors from Latvia visiting Hungary in 2018 was approximately 14,042.
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