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Planning to apply Latvia Short term visa - Schengen short term visa ?
Are you planning on visiting Latvia, but don’t know where to start? Worry not! After reading this guide, you can easily apply for your Latvia visa from India.
If you are planning to travel to Latvia for a short stay (up to 90 days), you will need a Schengen Short Stay Visa also known as a C-type visa.
- Latvia Tourist Visa: If you wish to go sightseeing or vacation in Latvia .
- Latvia Visitor Visa: If you wish to visit friends or relatives living in Latvia .
- Latvia Business visa : If you wish to visit Latvia for business or meetings
However, you can’t work in the country with these visas. Acceptable business purposes include attending meetings, functions, meeting clients, etc.
Eligibility criteria for Latvia visa
- Indian National holding a valid Indian passport with minimum validity of 6 months can apply for Latvia visa .
- Individual who wishes to travel to Latvia for the purpose of Tourism/Family or friends Visit/Business can apply visa through Travellerzdezire.
- We suggest applicants to carry Travel Insurance while travelling to Latvia . Travellerzdezire also provides Travel Insurance to passengers at an additional cost.
Types of Latvia Schengen visa visa which we can assist you in :
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Latvia Tourist visa for Indian passport holders
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Latvia Family / Friends Visit visa for Indian passport holders
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Latvia Business visa for Indian passport holders
Overview : Tourist Visa is given to those visiting Latvia for tourism or other non-business related purposes.
Documents required : Checklists for applying Latvia Tourist/visit visa for India passport holders
- ORIGINAL PASSPORT: (a) Minimum 6 months validity(b) it shall contain at least two blank pages; (c) it shall have been issued within the previous 10 years; (d) NO alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page .
- OLD PASSPORTS if any
- THREE PHOTOS: Not more than 6-months old,40*45mm in size, white background,80% face focused , NO border, In sharp focus and clear, Of high quality with no ink marks or creases
- APPLICATION FORM: fully completed in English and signed by the applicant (or by parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors under the age of 18) (field no 37 and last field).
- COVERING LETTER: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Latvia .
- EVIDENCE OF OCCUPATION/ STUDENT STATUS:
– If Employed: – Salary certificate of the last three (3) months of present occupation, employment contract and company NOC (No objection certificate)to sanction leave.
If Self-employed:- The applicable CIN Certificate/ LLP certificate/ GST certificate/ Udhyog Aadhar Memorandum/ Import Export Certificate etc.
IF Student:- NOC(No objection certificate) from school / college.
- FINANCIAL STATUS:
Proof of sufficient funds: Original bank statements of the last three (3) months WITH seal and signature from bank with sufficient closing balance and / or other funds available (pension etc.)
ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years
- TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE : shall be valid throughout the territory and cover the entire period of the person’s intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be EUR 30,000. Note : Applicants for a uniform visa for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed.
- TRAVEL ITINERARY: Onwards and return airline reservation and proof of other means of travel within Latvia/EU in case of onward travel .
- PROOF OF ACCOMODATION: hotel reservation / letter of tour organizer and / or other appropriate documentation indicating the envisaged travel plans within Latvia / EU .
- COPY OF PRESENT PASSPORT(data pages, pages with evidence of previous visa, travel)
- FOR MINOR TRAVELERS: a parent/legal guardian shall submit the following :- a minor accompanied by one parent shall provide a Original notarized NOC by the other parent , plus copies of parents passports or ID · a minor travelling alone shall provide a Original notarized NOC by both parents / legal guardians, plus copies of parents passports or ID .
- COPY OF PRESENT PASSPORT(data pages, pages with evidence of previous visa, travel)
- Original(s) of previous passport(s) or proof of loss
- Contact details of the applicant:
Operational email address, mobile number and business card.
Duration of Stay : less than 90 days ( depends on embassy decision )
Number of Entries : Single / Double / Multiple
Visa process duration for Latvia visa : 15 working days normal .It may take upto 45 days or more in some cases.
Visa fees for Latvia Tourist visa for Indian passport holders : Euro 90/-
Overview : A Visitor visa is provided for those who are visiting family / friends in Latvia . The inviter has to provide a guarantee on behalf of the applicant for this visa.
Documents required : Checklists for applying Latvia Tourist/visit visa for India passport holders .
- ORIGINAL PASSPORT: (a) Minimum 6 months validity(b) it shall contain at least two blank pages; (c) it shall have been issued within the previous 10 years; (d) NO alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page
- OLD PASSPORTS if any
- THREE PHOTOS: Not more than 6-months old,40*45mm in size, white background,80% face focused , NO border, In sharp focus and clear, Of high quality with no ink marks or creases
- APPLICATION FORM: fully completed in English and signed by the applicant (or by parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors under the age of 18) (field no 37 and last field).
- COVERING LETTER: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Latvia .
- Electronic Invitation letter from invitee .
- EVIDENCE OF OCCUPATION/ STUDENT STATUS:
– If Employed: – Salary certificate of the last three (3) months of present occupation, employment contract and company NOC (No objection certificate)to sanction leave.
If Self-employed:- The applicable CIN Certificate/ LLP certificate/ GST certificate/ Udhyog Aadhar Memorandum/ Import Export Certificate etc.
IF Student:- NOC(No objection certificate) from school / college.
- FINANCIAL STATUS:
Proof of sufficient funds: Original bank statements of the last three (3) months WITH seal and signature from bank with sufficient closing balance and / or other funds available (pension etc.)
ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years
- TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE : shall be valid throughout the territory and cover the entire period of the person’s intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be EUR 30,000. Note : Applicants for a uniform visa for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed.
- TRAVEL ITINERARY: Onwards and return airline reservation and proof of other means of travel within Latvia/EU in case of onward travel .
- PROOF OF ACCOMODATION: hotel reservation / letter of tour organizer and / or other appropriate documentation indicating the envisaged travel plans within Latvia / EU .
- COPY OF PRESENT PASSPORT(data pages, pages with evidence of previous visa, travel)
- FOR MINOR TRAVELERS: a parent/legal guardian shall submit the following :- a minor accompanied by one parent shall provide a Original notarized NOC by the other parent , plus copies of parents passports or ID · a minor travelling alone shall provide a Original notarized NOC by both parents / legal guardians, plus copies of parents passports or ID .
- COPY OF PRESENT PASSPORT(data pages, pages with evidence of previous visa, travel)
- Original(s) of previous passport(s) or proof of loss
- Contact details of the applicant:
Operational email address, mobile number and business card.
Duration of Stay : less than 90 days ( depends on embassy decision )
Number of Entries : Single / Double / Multiple
Visa process duration for Latvia visa : 15 working days normal .It may take upto 45 days or more in some cases.
Visa fees for Latvia family / friends visit visa for Indian passport holders : Euro 90/-
Overview : A Business Visa is given those who are doing business in Latvia such as making sales or establishing contacts on behalf of a company outside India
Documents required : Checklists for applying Latvia Business visa for India passport holders
- ORIGINAL PASSPORT: (a) Minimum 6 months validity(b) it shall contain at least two blank pages; (c) it shall have been issued within the previous 10 years; (d) NO alteration or handwritten amendment concerning the data page
- OLD PASSPORTS if any
- THREE PHOTOS: Not more than 6-months old,40*45mm in size, white background,80% face focused , NO border, In sharp focus and clear, Of high quality with no ink marks or creases
- APPLICATION FORM: fully completed in English and signed by the applicant (or by parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors under the age of 18) (field no 37 and last field).
- COVERING LETTER: explaining the purpose of the trip with itinerary detailed location(s) and duration of stay in Latvia .
- INVITATION LETTER from the Latvia Company/ Business operation .
- FINANCIAL STATUS:
- Proof of sufficient funds: Original bank statements of the last three (3) months WITH seal and signature from bank with sufficient closing balance and / or other funds available (pension etc.)
- ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years
- TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE : shall be valid throughout the territory and cover the entire period of the person’s intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be EUR 30,000. Note : Applicants for a uniform visa for multiple entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition a statement, declaring the awareness of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays, shall be signed.
- TRAVEL ITINERARY: Onwards and return airline reservation and proof of other means of travel within Latvia/EU in case of onward travel
- PROOF OF ACCOMODATION: hotel reservation / letter of tour organizer and / or other appropriate documentation indicating the envisaged travel plans within Latvia / EU .
- EVIDENCE OF OCCUPATION/ STUDENT STATUS:
– If Employed: – Salary certificate of the last three (3) months of present occupation, employment contract and company NOC (No objection certificate)to sanction leave.
If Self-employed:- The applicable CIN Certificate/ LLP certificate/ GST certificate/ Udhyog Aadhar Memorandum/ Import Export Certificate etc.
IF Student:- NOC(No objection certificate) from school / college.
- COPY OF PRESENT PASSPORT(data pages, pages with evidence of previous visa, travel)
- Original(s) of previous passport(s) or proof of loss
- Contact details of the applicant:
Operational email address, mobile number and business card.
Duration of Stay : less than 90 days ( depends on embassy decision )
Number of Entries : Single / Double / Multiple
Visa process duration for Latvia visa : 15 working days normal .It may take upto 45 days or more in some cases.
Visa fees for Latvia Business visa for Indian passport holders : Euro 90/-
Remarks:
1. Submission of your old passport with previous trips can be useful for decision.
2. Additional documents, even if not featured in the list above, may be required by the Embassy.
3. You should submit your application minimum 1 month before the foreseen travel date.
4. You can submit your application at the earliest three months before your planned visit.
5. The visa fee is non-refundable if the visa is denied.
6. A later change to the purpose of the visit is not admissible. A prolongation of the visa is not
possible. In both cases, a new application has to be entered.
How can Travellerzdezire help you in Latvia visa application ?
Travellerzdezire have an extensive experience handling Schengen Visas .Our Team will assist you in :
- Evaluate the best visa type to apply under as per your requirement.
- Advise you on the required documentation as per the visa type.
- Fill out the application forms for Latvia visa .
- Assist in getting visa appointments for Latvia visa application .
- Review your documents for the visa application
- Help you prepare for a visa interview in case one is required
We are here to answer your frequently asked questions :
What is an Latvia Schengen visa?
An Latvia Schengen visa is a type of visa which allows you to travel among all the Schengen countries including Latvia for a maximum period of upto 90 days.
Is Latvia a Schengen country ?
The 28 countries that make up the Schengen Area are Austria, Belgium, The Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, etc.
How many days for Latvia visa application to be processed?
The processing time for a Latvia visa is usually 10 to 15 working days . However, if you haven’t submitted the documents properly or if the embassy requires additional documents, it may take a little longer.
How much is the Latvia visa fee?
Latvia Schengen visa fees is Euro 90/- for Indian passport holders .
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