Europe

Latvia Travel Advisory

Q: Is it safe to travel to Latvia right now?

The U.S. Department of State currently rates Latvia at Level 1 — Normal Precautions. There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.

Q: Do U.S. citizens need a visa for Latvia?

Visa requirements for Latvia depend on your passport and length of stay. Use TravelSafe's free Visa Checker to see the latest entry rules, passport validity requirements, and any visa-on-arrival options.

Q: What are the emergency numbers in Latvia?

Emergency services in Latvia: General 112. Tap any number on the country page to call directly from a mobile device.

Riga

Normal Precautions

By TravelSafe Research TeamLast updated 2026-04-01Source: U.S. State Department ↗

CapitalRiga

LanguageLatvian

CurrencyEUR · euro

TimezoneUTC+02:00

Normal PrecautionsUpdated 2026-04-01

Risk Level1 / 4

L1L2L3L4

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory summary Latvia is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our travel guidance for Latvia to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. If you decide to travel to Latvia: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Latvia. Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public venues. Follow the instructions of local authorities. Monitor local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Latvia. Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist . We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.

Emergency

General

112

Tap any number to call from a mobile device

Essential Phrases

General

Vai jūs runājat angliski?

vai yoos roo-NAH-yat ANG-lis-kee?

Do you speak English?

Atvainojiet / Piedodiet

at-VAY-noh-yet / PYE-doh-deet

Excuse me / Sorry

Cik tas maksā?

tsik tahs MAHK-sah?

How much does this cost?

Es nesaprotu

es neh-sah-PROH-too

I don't understand

Es gribu šo

es GREE-boo shoh

I would like this

Paldies

PAHL-dees

Thank you

Kur ir tualete?

koor eer too-AH-leh-teh?

Where is the bathroom?

Jā / Nē

yah / neH

Yes / No

Greetings

Sveiki

SVEY-kee

Hello

Emergency

Palīdziet! / Man vajag ārstu

PAHL-ee-dzee-et / mahn VAH-yahg AHR-stoo

Help! / I need a doctor

US Embassy

Consulate

Riga

Mednieku iela 13, Riga, LV-1010

+371-6710-7000

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Latvia right now?

The U.S. Department of State rates Latvia at Level 1 (Normal Precautions) as of the current advisory. There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.

Do U.S. citizens need a visa for Latvia?

Visa requirements depend on your passport and length of stay. Use TravelSafe's free Visa Checker (linked in the Visa Requirements section above) to see the latest entry rules, passport validity requirements, and any visa-on-arrival options.

What are the emergency numbers in Latvia?

Emergency services in Latvia: General 112. Tap any number in the Emergency section above to call directly from a mobile device.

Is Latvia safe for solo travelers?

With the current advisory at Level 1 (Normal Precautions), Latvia is generally manageable for prepared solo travelers. Standard precautions apply: share your itinerary, keep digital copies of your passport, and register with STEP (step.state.gov).

Always cross-check with official sources: travel.state.gov · cdc.gov

From the Blog

Scams