Maltese visa for Latvian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Latvian passport holders visiting Malta for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Latvian citizens to enter Malta for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Malta e-visa for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malta visa on arrival for Latvian citizens | Not Available | |
Malta tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Latvian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Malta.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Malta.
If you are looking for Malta visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Latvia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Malta nearest your place of residence.
- Riga: The Honorary Consulate of Malta in Riga, Latvia (Working hours: Close now)
Malta visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malta diplomatic mission offices to Latvia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Latvia traveling to Malta from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Latvia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,033 | N/A |
| 2009 | 946 | -8.42% |
| 2010 | 1,071 | 13.21% |
| 2011 | 1,132 | 5.70% |
| 2012 | 1,154 | 1.94% |
| 2013 | 1,266 | 9.71% |
| 2014 | 1,352 | 6.79% |
| 2015 | 1,426 | 5.47% |
| 2016 | 1,573 | 10.31% |
| 2017 | 1,819 | 15.64% |
| 2018 | 2,079 | 14.29% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malta & Latvia comparison
Malta's area is approximately 320 km2 (123 sq mi), while the area of Latvia is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi). This means Latvia is 194.38 times bigger than Malta.
As of October 2025, Malta's population is ~447503 people - 1,336,840 fewer people than the population of Latvia.
We have highlighted Malta & Latvia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malta | Latvia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 447,503 | 1,784,343 | 1.3 million fewer people live in Malta than Latvia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 217 | 47 | Malta has 170 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Latvia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 138 | 137 | Malta passport holders can visit 1 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 58 | Maltese hosts 8 fewer foreign missions than Latvia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Latvia travel to Malta in one year?
The number of visitors from Latvia visiting Malta in 2018 was approximately 2,079.
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- Travel time: 4 hours 51 minutes
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