Latvian visa for Vietnamese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Vietnamese 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 Vietnamese citizens to enter Latvia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Latvia e-visa for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Latvia visa on arrival for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
Latvia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Vietnamese 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 Vietnam, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Latvia nearest your place of residence.
- Bangkok: The Honorary Consulate of in Bangkok, ~ 836.65 kilometers (519.87 mi) away from Hanoi, Vietnam. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 47 minutes).
- Hong Kong: The Honorary Consulate of in Hong Kong, ~ 1104.95 kilometers (686.58 mi) away from Hanoi, Vietnam. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 17 minutes).
Latvia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Latvia diplomatic mission offices to Vietnam for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Vietnam traveling to Latvia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Vietnam) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 15,156 | N/A |
| 2009 | 11,907 | -21.44% |
| 2010 | 12,357 | 3.78% |
| 2011 | 13,437 | 8.74% |
| 2012 | 12,915 | -3.88% |
| 2013 | 13,824 | 7.04% |
| 2014 | 16,587 | 19.99% |
| 2015 | 18,216 | 9.82% |
| 2016 | 16,137 | -11.41% |
| 2017 | 17,541 | 8.70% |
| 2018 | 17,514 | -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 & Vietnam comparison
Latvia's area is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi), while the area of Vietnam is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi). This means Vietnam is 4.99 times bigger than Latvia.
As of October 2025, Latvia's population is ~1.8 million people - 99,983,141 fewer people than the population of Vietnam.
We have highlighted Latvia & Vietnam’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Latvia | Vietnam | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,784,343 | 101,767,484 | 100.0 million fewer people live in Latvia than Vietnam |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 47 | 96 | Latvia has 49 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Vietnam. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 137 | 21 | Latvia passport holders can visit 116 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 107 | Latvian hosts 49 fewer foreign missions than Vietnam. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Vietnam travel to Latvia in one year?
The number of visitors from Vietnam visiting Latvia in 2018 was approximately 17,514.
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