Latvian visa for Cypriot citizens
A visa is NOT required for Cypriot passport holders visiting Latvia for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Cypriot citizens to enter Latvia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Latvia e-visa for Cypriot citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Latvia visa on arrival for Cypriot citizens | Not Available | |
Latvia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Cypriot 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 Cyprus, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Latvia nearest your place of residence.
- Nicosia: The Embassy of Latvia in Nicosia, Cyprus (Working hours: Close now)
- Limassol: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Limassol, Cyprus (Working hours: Close now)
Latvia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Latvia diplomatic mission offices to Cyprus for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Cyprus traveling to Latvia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Cyprus) 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 & Cyprus comparison
Latvia's area is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi), while the area of Cyprus is approximately 9,240 km2 (3,567 sq mi). This means Cyprus is 6.73 times smaller than Latvia.
As of October 2025, Latvia's population is ~1.8 million people - 532,916 more people than the population of Cyprus.
We have highlighted Latvia & Cyprus’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Latvia | Cyprus | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,784,343 | 1,251,427 | 532916 more people live in Latvia than Cyprus |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 47 | 8 | Latvia has 39 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Cyprus. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 137 | 136 | Latvia passport holders can visit 1 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 94 | Latvian hosts 36 fewer foreign missions than Cyprus. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Cyprus travel to Latvia in one year?
The number of visitors from Cyprus visiting Latvia in 2018 was approximately 389.
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