Travel Information

Norwegian citizens travelling to Latvia

Citizens of Svalbard that are travelling to Latvia can travel without a visa.

What to expect in Latvia

👯‍♂️ good for parties
🤝 friendly locals
⚡ Above average wifi
bad air quality
❄️ cold weather

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

Yes, you should carry cash on you. Foreigners usually deal in cash.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Bite

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

Taxify.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is EUR.

1 NOK = 0.099573 EUR

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $9.91 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa is not required for citizens of Latvia. Tourists are able to visit without a visa for a certain amount of time.

Notes and Passport Validity

There are no special notes about passport validity at this time. In general, it is good to ensure that your passport is valid 3 months after your trip ends.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time, due to the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant disruptions to global travel. This includes to Latvia. If you’re already overseas and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. Latvia has declared a state of emergency until Easter. The Latvian Government has suspended all international passenger transportation from 17 March until 14 April. Further measures include school closures and a ban on public gatherings of more than 200 people. Those returning to Latvia from abroad must observe self-isolation by staying home for a 14-day quarantine. If you choose to travel to Latvia despite our advice then check with your travel provider for information on disruptions and follow the advice of local authorities. We now advise you to: Do not travel to Latvia.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Latvia. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (4.89 / 5)
Safety (3.50 / 5)
Cost of Living (4.30 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$34.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$9.91 USD

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Popular Cities in Latvia

Riga

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