Latvia•EuropeAirport Transit Visa (Type A)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-15 days
Application Fee
80 EUR
Stay Duration
Transit
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for nationals of specific countries requiring transit through Latvia's airport. Valid for 24 hours in airport transit zone only. Available as single, double, or multiple entry.
The Airport Transit Visa (Type A) is required only for nationals of specific countries who need to transit through Latvia's airport to reach another destination. This visa is valid exclusively in the international transit zone of the airport and cannot be used to enter Latvia proper.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AF, BD, CD, ER, ET, GH, IR, IQ, NG, PK, SO, LK
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 3 months validity, 2 blank pages
Connecting flight tickets
Proof of flight connection through Latvia
Travel itinerary
Details of onward journey
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Advantages
- Quick processing
- Allows transit to onward destination
- Multiple entry options available
- Only applies to specific nationalities
Considerations
- Only for airport transit zone
- Cannot leave airport
- Limited to 24 hours
- Restricted to certain nationalities
Application Process
Prepare documents
Gather passport, connecting flight tickets, transit documentation
Complete application
Fill out online visa application form
Submit application
Apply online through Electronic Visa Application service
Pay fee
EUR 80 visa fee
Await decision
Visa decision within 5-15 working days
Application Forms
Airport Transit Visa Application
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