Latvia visa for Botswana citizens

For Botswana passport holders planning a visit to Latvia, a visa is required, with options available for both tourist and digital nomad stays, typically allowing up to 90 days. The journey from Botswana's sun-drenched plains to Latvia's often-snowy Baltic shores not only crosses vast distances but also bridges distinct historical and cultural landscapes, making a properly secured visa essential. While the standard visa application fee is around €80, flights typically involve connections through major European hubs like Frankfurt or Istanbul, emphasizing the long-haul nature of this intercontinental trip. Consider adapting to a significant time zone difference, as Latvia is two hours ahead of Botswana during much of the year.

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

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