SmartTravel AILatvia visa for Turkish citizens
Schengen visa requiredYes. Latvia is in the Schengen area; Turkish citizens need a Schengen visa before travelling.
This page covers tourist travel with an ordinary Turkish passport.
Length of stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Good to know
Ordinary passport holders need a visa. Apply to the consulate of the Schengen country where you will spend the longest time; for stays of equal length, apply to the first country you will visit.
How to apply
- Choose your main destination: apply to the consulate of the Schengen country where you will stay longest; for equal stays, the first country you enter.
- Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before your trip; you may need an appointment.
- Prepare the general documents below and any extra documents the consulate requests.
- Your fingerprints are collected when you apply (some applicants are exempt).
- Normal processing takes 15 days and can be extended up to 45 days if more examination is needed.
General information — confirm current conditions and the document list with the official source. Source: European Commission – Applying for a Schengen visa
Documents (general)
- Valid passport: valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area. According to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Schengen countries do not accept applications with passports older than 10 years.
- Completed visa application form.
- Photo meeting ICAO standards.
- Travel medical insurance covering emergency care, hospitalisation and repatriation (including in case of death).
- Supporting documents on the purpose of the trip, financial means, accommodation and intention to return.
- The consulate may request additional documents.
General information — confirm current conditions and the document list with the official source. Source: European Commission – Applying for a Schengen visa, Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Visa requirements
Frequently asked questions
Do Turkish citizens need a visa for Latvia?
Yes. Latvia is in the Schengen area; Turkish citizens need a Schengen visa before travelling.
How long can I stay in Latvia?
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Can I visit other Schengen countries with this visa?
As a general rule, yes: according to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a person entering with a visa from one Schengen country can travel freely to the other member countries. Apply to the consulate of the country where you will stay longest.
When should I apply for a Schengen visa?
According to the European Commission, apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before your trip. Normal processing takes 15 days and can be extended to 45 days.
How long must my passport be valid?
According to the European Commission, your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area. According to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Schengen countries do not accept applications with passports older than 10 years.
Official sources
- T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı – Türk Vatandaşlarının Tabi Olduğu Vize Uygulamaları
- European Commission – Schengen area
- European Commission – Applying for a Schengen visa
Last checked: 2026-11-05
Visa rules can change. Always confirm with the official source before you travel. Current fees and document lists are on the official site.
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