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🇨🇦 Does a Canadian need a visa for Latvia 🇱🇻?
No. Canadian passport holders can visit Latvia without a visa for up to 90 days.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Canadian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Latvia or its official government website before you travel.
Latvia is in the Schengen Area: the visa-free days count across all 29 Schengen countries together, within any 180-day period — not per country.
What this means for your trip
Visa-free entry lets you arrive with a valid passport and pass border control without applying in advance.
Border officers can still ask for a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and enough money for your stay, and they decide on entry. The stay limit applies per visit; many countries also cap total days within a period.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Latvia at a glance
Capital: Riga · Currency: Euro (EUR, €) · Official languages: Latvian · Calling code: +371
U.S. State Department travel advisory for Latvia: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 1 April 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
Plugs and voltage
You need a travel adapter: Latvia uses plug types C, F, Canada uses A, B. Mains voltage differs (Latvia: 230 V; Canada: 120 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
Your embassy in Latvia
If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Latvia, contact the embassy of Canada:
- Embassy of Canada, Riga · 20/22 Baznīcas iela · international.gc.ca
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
The other way round
🇱🇻 Latvian passport holders visiting Canada: Latvian passport holders do not need a visa for Canada, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) online before travelling.
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Questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Latvia?
Canadian passport holders can visit Latvia without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can a Canadian stay in Latvia without a visa?
Up to 90 days per visit, according to the latest data. The border officer decides on entry.
Does a Latvian need a visa for Canada?
Latvian passport holders do not need a visa for Canada, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) online before travelling.