Latvia visa for Cameroonian citizens

For Cameroonian citizens envisioning a journey to the Baltic shores of Latvia, a visa is required, with options tailored for both short-term tourist visits and longer digital nomad engagements. While a typical short-stay tourist visa allows for up to 90 days within any 180-day period and generally costs around €80, direct flights are uncommon, meaning most travelers from Douala or Yaoundé can expect at least one layover in major European hubs, bridging a considerable time difference. The journey truly bridges continents, taking you from the vibrant markets of West Africa to the serene, forested landscapes and Art Nouveau architecture of a Baltic nation, a stark contrast from the Gulf of Guinea. Consider visiting during Latvia's temperate summer months for outdoor exploration, though its capital, Riga, remains charming year-round.

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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