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Does Latvia require a visa for Irish (EU) citizens?

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Last checked 22 Jul 2026Source · Department of Foreign Affairs - Travel Advice for LatviaHow we source this →
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Do Irish (EU) citizens need a visa for Latvia?

No, Irish (EU) citizens do not need a visa to travel to Latvia for tourism or short business trips.

Check official travel adviceDepartment of Foreign Affairs - Travel Advice for Latvia — last checked 22 July 2026
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You're good to go.

No visa application needed for Irish (EU) passport holders on a short tourist or business trip. Just check your passport meets the validity rules below before you fly.

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Deep breath. Here's the answer.

As an Irish citizen, you are also an EU citizen, which grants you the right to free movement within the Schengen Area, including Latvia. You can enter Latvia for short stays without a visa, using only your valid passport or national ID card.

Key facts

For Irish (EU) passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

PassportIrish (EU) passport
PurposeTourism / short business trip
Visa requiredNo, not for short stays
Maximum stayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period within the Schengen Area
Passport validityValid for the entire duration of your stay
Return/onward ticketNot strictly required for EU citizens, but good practice to have
Arrival formNot typically required for EU citizens
Last checked22 July 2026

You may need a visa if…

  • While a visa isn't needed, you must carry a valid passport or national identity card.
  • The 90-day limit applies to your total stay within the entire Schengen Area, not just Latvia.
  • If planning to stay longer than 90 days, you will need to register with Latvian authorities or apply for a long-stay visa/residence permit.
  • Ensure your travel insurance covers your trip, even for short stays.
  • Different rules apply for working or studying; this information is for tourism/short business only.

Before you travel

  • Ensure your passport or national ID card is valid for your entire stay.
  • Check the validity of your travel insurance.
  • Familiarize yourself with local laws and customs in Latvia.
  • Make copies of important documents (passport, insurance) and store them separately or digitally.
  • Inform your bank of your travel plans to avoid issues with card usage.

Common questions

No, Irish citizens, as EU citizens, do not require a visa to enter Latvia for tourism or short business trips.
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