Latvian visa for Surinamese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Surinamese passport holders visiting Latvia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Surinamese citizens to enter Latvia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Latvia e-visa for Surinamese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Latvia visa on arrival for Surinamese citizens | Not Available | |
Latvia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Surinamese 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 Suriname, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Latvia nearest your place of residence.
- Port-of-Spain: The Honorary Consulate of in Port-of-Spain, ~ 964.23 kilometers (599.14 mi) away from Paramaribo, Suriname. (Working hours: Close now).
- Caracas: The Honorary Consulate of in Caracas, ~ 1400.73 kilometers (870.37 mi) away from Paramaribo, Suriname. (Working hours: Close now).
Latvia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Latvia diplomatic mission offices to Suriname for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Suriname traveling to Latvia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Suriname) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 17 | N/A |
| 2009 | 13 | -23.53% |
| 2010 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2011 | 15 | 7.14% |
| 2012 | 14 | -6.67% |
| 2013 | 15 | 7.14% |
| 2014 | 18 | 20.00% |
| 2015 | 20 | 11.11% |
| 2016 | 18 | -10.00% |
| 2017 | 19 | 5.56% |
| 2018 | 19 | 0.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Latvia & Suriname comparison
Latvia's area is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi), while the area of Suriname is approximately 156,000 km2 (60,231 sq mi). This means Suriname is 2.51 times bigger than Latvia.
As of October 2025, Latvia's population is ~1.8 million people - 1,171,313 more people than the population of Suriname.
We have highlighted Latvia & Suriname’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Latvia | Suriname | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,784,343 | 613,030 | 1.2 million more people live in Latvia than Suriname |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 47 | 11 | Latvia has 36 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Suriname. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 137 | 42 | Latvia passport holders can visit 95 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 25 | Latvian hosts 33 more foreign missions than Suriname. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Suriname travel to Latvia in one year?
The number of visitors from Suriname visiting Latvia in 2018 was approximately 19.
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Useful Information
- Riga to Paramaribo: 9646.84 km (5994.27 mi)
- Travel time: 20 hours 5 minutes
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