No advance approval needed. Show up with a valid passport.

No advance approval needed. Show up with a valid passport. Permitted stay is 180 days.

United States passport holders can typically stay in Latvia for 180 days under the standard entry rules. Longer stays require a separate long-term visa.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area . A bilateral agreement pre-dating the Schengen area allows an additional 90 days of stay in Latvia (to a total of 180) regardless of days spent in other Schengen countries.

For short business visits like meetings or conferences, United States citizens typically enter Latvia under the same rules as tourists. For paid work, long assignments, or activities beyond what a tourist visa allows, a dedicated business or work visa is required. Confirm specifics with the Latvia embassy or consulate.