Costa Rica passport → Latvia

Latvia visa for citizens of Costa Rica

Visa-freeVisa-free stay (Schengen Area)

Citizens of Costa Rica can visit Latvia without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free stay (Schengen Area)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Multiple entry
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 3 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	May be requested by border police

How to apply

1
Prepare travel documents
Ensure passport has at least 3 months validity beyond departure from Schengen area
2
Book onward travel and accommodation
Have return/onward ticket and hotel or invitation letter ready for border control
3
Travel to Latvia
Present passport and documents at border; may be asked purpose of visit and proof of funds

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure from Schengen area

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Schengen area within 90 days
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking or invitation letter from host

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Cash, credit card, or bank statement; amount varies by length of stay

Supporting

Travel health insurance
Optional
Recommended but not legally required for visa-free entry

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: Approximately 100 EUR per day of stay (unofficial guideline)

cash
credit card statement
bank statement

Border police may request proof of sufficient funds; amounts are not strictly codified

Good to know

Visa-free stay is limited to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Employment or study is not allowed without a proper visa.
Costa Rican passport holders must ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure.

Common refusal reasons

Passport validity less than 3 months beyond planned departure

Renew passport before travel or ensure sufficient validity

Lack of onward/return ticket

Always carry a confirmed onward journey ticket

Insufficient funds for the stay

Carry proof of means (cash, cards, bank statements) covering expenses

FAQ

Do citizens of Costa Rica need a visa for Latvia?

Citizens of Costa Rica can visit Latvia without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free stay (Schengen Area).

How long can citizens of Costa Rica stay in Latvia?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Costa Rica need for Latvia?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel health insurance.

How long must my passport be valid for Latvia?

At least 3 months.

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