Latvian visa for Dutch citizens
A visa is NOT required for Dutch passport holders visiting Latvia for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Dutch citizens to enter Latvia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Latvia e-visa for Dutch citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Latvia visa on arrival for Dutch citizens | Not Available | |
Latvia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Dutch 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 Netherlands, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Latvia nearest your place of residence.
- The Hague: The Embassy of Latvia in The Hague, Netherlands (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 0 minutes)
- Eindhoven: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Eindhoven, Netherlands (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 0 minutes)
- Amsterdam: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Amsterdam, Netherlands (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 0 minutes)
- Groningen: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Groningen, Netherlands (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 0 minutes)
Latvia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Latvia diplomatic mission offices to Netherlands for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Netherlands traveling to Latvia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Netherlands) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 18,861 | N/A |
| 2009 | 14,818 | -21.44% |
| 2010 | 15,378 | 3.78% |
| 2011 | 16,722 | 8.74% |
| 2012 | 16,072 | -3.89% |
| 2013 | 17,203 | 7.04% |
| 2014 | 20,642 | 19.99% |
| 2015 | 22,669 | 9.82% |
| 2016 | 20,082 | -11.41% |
| 2017 | 21,829 | 8.70% |
| 2018 | 21,795 | -0.16% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Latvia & Netherlands comparison
Latvia's area is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi), while the area of Netherlands is approximately 33,720 km2 (13,019 sq mi). This means Netherlands is 84.46% smaller than Latvia.
As of October 2025, Latvia's population is ~1.8 million people - 15,539,012 fewer people than the population of Netherlands.
We have highlighted Latvia & Netherlands’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Latvia | Netherlands | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,784,343 | 17,323,355 | 15.5 million fewer people live in Latvia than Netherlands |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 47 | 152 | Latvia has 105 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Netherlands. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 137 | 146 | Latvia passport holders visit 9 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 173 | Latvian hosts 115 fewer foreign missions than Netherlands. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Netherlands travel to Latvia in one year?
The number of visitors from Netherlands visiting Latvia in 2018 was approximately 21,795.
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