Latvian visa for Ukrainian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Ukrainian passport holders visiting Latvia for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Ukrainian citizens to enter Latvia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Latvia e-visa for Ukrainian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Latvia visa on arrival for Ukrainian citizens | Not Available | |
Latvia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ukrainian 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 Ukraine, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Latvia nearest your place of residence.
- Kiev: The Embassy of Latvia in Kiev, Ukraine (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 33 minutes)
- Zaporizhia: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Zaporizhia, Ukraine (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 33 minutes)
- Chernihiv: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Chernihiv, Ukraine (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 33 minutes)
- Lviv: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Lviv, Ukraine (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 33 minutes)
- Odessa: The Honorary Consulate of Latvia in Odessa, Ukraine (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 33 minutes)
Latvia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Latvia diplomatic mission offices to Ukraine for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ukraine traveling to Latvia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ukraine) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13,472 | N/A |
| 2009 | 10,584 | -21.44% |
| 2010 | 10,984 | 3.78% |
| 2011 | 11,944 | 8.74% |
| 2012 | 11,480 | -3.88% |
| 2013 | 12,288 | 7.04% |
| 2014 | 14,744 | 19.99% |
| 2015 | 16,192 | 9.82% |
| 2016 | 14,344 | -11.41% |
| 2017 | 15,592 | 8.70% |
| 2018 | 15,568 | -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 & Ukraine comparison
Latvia's area is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi), while the area of Ukraine is approximately 579,320 km2 (223,676 sq mi). This means Ukraine is 9.31 times bigger than Latvia.
As of October 2025, Latvia's population is ~1.8 million people - 40,659,273 fewer people than the population of Ukraine.
We have highlighted Latvia & Ukraine’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Latvia | Ukraine | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,784,343 | 42,443,616 | 40.7 million fewer people live in Latvia than Ukraine |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 47 | 121 | Latvia has 74 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ukraine. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 137 | 92 | Latvia passport holders can visit 45 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 143 | Latvian hosts 85 fewer foreign missions than Ukraine. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ukraine travel to Latvia in one year?
The number of visitors from Ukraine visiting Latvia in 2018 was approximately 15,568.
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