Latvia visa for Burkinabé citizens

Burkina Faso passport holders planning a journey to Latvia will find that a visa is required, with dedicated options available for both tourist and digital nomad stays. Given the considerable geographical distance of over 5,000 kilometers, travelers should anticipate flights typically involving at least one layover, often through major European hubs before reaching Riga. Prepare for a significant shift from the Sahelian climate of Burkina Faso to Latvia's temperate European weather, which can drop below freezing during winter months, a stark contrast to Ouagadougou's consistent warmth. Upon arrival, you'll need to convert your XOF to Euros, as Latvia is a Eurozone country, and the standard tourist visa generally permits stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period, offering ample time to explore.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Visa options

TransitAirport Transit Visa Type A (Single Entry)
0dvalid 6mo
TransitAirport Transit Visa Type A (Multiple Entry)
0dmultiple-entryvalid 6mo
TouristShort-term Schengen Visa Type C (Single Entry)
90d$97valid 7mo
TouristShort-term Schengen Visa Type C (Double Entry)
90d$97double-entryvalid 7mo
TouristShort-term Schengen Visa Type C (Multiple Entry)
90d$97multiple-entryvalid 5y
OtherVisa with Limited Territorial Validity (LTV C - Short-term)
90d$97valid 6mo
OtherNational Visa Type D (Long-stay visa - General Purposes)
365d$97multiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherNational Visa Type D (Single-entry 30-day visa for collecting residence permit)
30d$97valid 1mo
WorkNational Visa Type D (Work visa - up to 12 months)
365d$97multiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherVisa for entry to receive residence permit (based on OCMA decision)
30d$97valid 1mo

Sources