Surinamese visa for Latvian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Latvian passport holders visiting Suriname for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Latvian citizens to enter Suriname for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Suriname e-visa for Latvian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Suriname visa on arrival for Latvian citizens | Eligible | |
Suriname tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Latvian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Suriname.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Suriname.
If you are looking for Suriname 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 Suriname nearest your place of residence.
- Amsterdam: The Embassy of in Amsterdam, ~ 1362.53 kilometers (846.63 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 8 minutes).
- Brussels: The Embassy of in Brussels, ~ 1480.76 kilometers (920.10 mi) away from Riga, Latvia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 9 hours 8 minutes).
Suriname visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Suriname diplomatic mission offices to Latvia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Latvia traveling to Suriname from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Latvia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 121 | N/A |
| 2009 | 121 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 164 | 35.54% |
| 2011 | 176 | 7.32% |
| 2012 | 192 | 9.09% |
| 2013 | 199 | 3.65% |
| 2014 | 202 | 1.51% |
| 2015 | 182 | -9.90% |
| 2016 | 205 | 12.64% |
| 2017 | 222 | 8.29% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Suriname & Latvia comparison
Suriname's area is approximately 156,000 km2 (60,231 sq mi), while the area of Latvia is approximately 62,200 km2 (24,015 sq mi). This means Latvia is 2.51 times smaller than Suriname.
As of October 2025, Suriname's population is ~613030 people - 1,171,313 fewer people than the population of Latvia.
We have highlighted Suriname & Latvia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Suriname | Latvia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 613,030 | 1,784,343 | 1.2 million fewer people live in Suriname than Latvia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 11 | 47 | Suriname has 36 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Latvia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 137 | Suriname passport holders visit 95 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 25 | 58 | Surinamese hosts 33 fewer foreign missions than Latvia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Latvia travel to Suriname in one year?
The number of visitors from Latvia visiting Suriname in 2017 was approximately 222.
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