Latvian visa for UAE citizens
A visa is NOT required for UAE passport holders visiting Latvia for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For UAE citizens to enter Latvia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Latvia e-visa for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Latvia visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
Latvia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE 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 United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Latvia nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of Latvia in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 51 minutes)
Latvia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Latvia diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to Latvia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,884 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,837 | -21.44% |
| 2010 | 3,982 | 3.78% |
| 2011 | 4,330 | 8.74% |
| 2012 | 4,162 | -3.88% |
| 2013 | 4,454 | 7.02% |
| 2014 | 5,345 | 20.00% |
| 2015 | 5,870 | 9.82% |
| 2016 | 5,200 | -11.41% |
| 2017 | 5,652 | 8.69% |
| 2018 | 5,643 | -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 & United Arab Emirates comparison
Latvia's area is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 34.41% larger than Latvia.
As of October 2025, Latvia's population is ~1.8 million people - 8,714,318 fewer people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted Latvia & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Latvia | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,784,343 | 10,498,661 | 8.7 million fewer people live in Latvia than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 47 | 101 | Latvia has 54 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 137 | 128 | Latvia passport holders can visit 9 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 127 | Latvian hosts 69 fewer foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to Latvia in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting Latvia in 2018 was approximately 5,643.
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