Latvian visa for Bulgarian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Bulgarian passport holders visiting Latvia for a short-term stay: "Freedom of movement
".
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bulgarian citizens to enter Latvia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | "Freedom of movement " |
| Evisa | Latvia e-visa for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Latvia visa on arrival for Bulgarian citizens | Not Available | |
Latvia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bulgarian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Latvia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Latvia.
If you are looking for Latvia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bulgaria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Latvia nearest your place of residence.
- Sofia: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Sofia, Bulgaria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 1 minutes)
Latvia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Latvia diplomatic mission offices to Bulgaria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bulgaria traveling to Latvia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bulgaria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 337 | N/A |
| 2009 | 265 | -21.36% |
| 2010 | 275 | 3.77% |
| 2011 | 299 | 8.73% |
| 2012 | 287 | -4.01% |
| 2013 | 307 | 6.97% |
| 2014 | 369 | 20.20% |
| 2015 | 405 | 9.76% |
| 2016 | 359 | -11.36% |
| 2017 | 390 | 8.64% |
| 2018 | 389 | -0.26% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Latvia & Bulgaria comparison
Latvia's area is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi), while the area of Bulgaria is approximately 108,560 km2 (41,915 sq mi). This means Bulgaria is 74.53% larger than Latvia.
As of October 2025, Latvia's population is ~1.8 million people - 4,907,009 fewer people than the population of Bulgaria.
We have highlighted Latvia & Bulgaria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Latvia | Bulgaria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,784,343 | 6,691,352 | 4.9 million fewer people live in Latvia than Bulgaria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 47 | 155 | Latvia has 108 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bulgaria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 137 | 129 | Latvia passport holders can visit 8 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 164 | Latvian hosts 106 fewer foreign missions than Bulgaria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bulgaria travel to Latvia in one year?
The number of visitors from Bulgaria visiting Latvia in 2018 was approximately 389.
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- Travel time: 2 hours 57 minutes
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