Latvian visa for Slovak citizens
A visa is NOT required for Slovak passport holders visiting Latvia for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Slovak citizens to enter Latvia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Latvia e-visa for Slovak citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Latvia visa on arrival for Slovak citizens | Not Available | |
Latvia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Slovak 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 Slovakia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Latvia nearest your place of residence.
- Kosice: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Kosice, Slovakia (Working hours: Close now)
Latvia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Latvia diplomatic mission offices to Slovakia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Slovakia traveling to Latvia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Slovakia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 10,104 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7,938 | -21.44% |
| 2010 | 8,238 | 3.78% |
| 2011 | 8,958 | 8.74% |
| 2012 | 8,610 | -3.88% |
| 2013 | 9,216 | 7.04% |
| 2014 | 11,058 | 19.99% |
| 2015 | 12,144 | 9.82% |
| 2016 | 10,758 | -11.41% |
| 2017 | 11,694 | 8.70% |
| 2018 | 11,676 | -0.15% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Latvia & Slovakia comparison
Latvia's area is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi), while the area of Slovakia is approximately 48,088 km2 (18,566 sq mi). This means Slovakia is 29.35% smaller than Latvia.
As of October 2025, Latvia's population is ~1.8 million people - 3,688,948 fewer people than the population of Slovakia.
We have highlighted Latvia & Slovakia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Latvia | Slovakia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,784,343 | 5,473,291 | 3.7 million fewer people live in Latvia than Slovakia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 47 | 81 | Latvia has 34 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Slovakia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 137 | 139 | Latvia passport holders visit 2 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 73 | Latvian hosts 15 fewer foreign missions than Slovakia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Slovakia travel to Latvia in one year?
The number of visitors from Slovakia visiting Latvia in 2018 was approximately 11,676.
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