Transit visa · Faroe Islands to Latvia

Schengen Transit Visa (Type C - Transit)

Embassy required

Maximum stay
5 days
Processing time
15 calendar days
Fee
EUR 90
Validity
Up to 5 days for transit through the Schengen area
Entry
Single entry

Required for Annex I nationals who need to pass through Latvia and the Schengen area (land, sea, or air with passport control) to reach a non-Schengen destination. This is distinct from the Airport Transit Visa (Type A) which is only for staying in the international transit zone without entering Schengen territory. As of 1 September 2025, third-country nationals who do not hold a visa or residence permit issued by Latvia must submit an Electronic Travel Declaration at eta.gov.lv at least 48 hours before arrival, including for transit purposes. Latvia borders Lithuania and Estonia (both Schengen) and Russia and Belarus (non-Schengen), so land transit through Latvia may be relevant for certain travel routes. A foreign national applying for a transit visa should possess a visa for the country they are going to after leaving Schengen territory.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Nationals of Annex I countries who need to transit through the Schengen area with passport control.

  • Purpose of visit

    Transit only. Must have valid visa or entry permission for the final destination country.

    Includes
    • Transit

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: One recent passport-sized photograph (35x45mm).

  • Travel insurance

    Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Schengen visa application form for transit; Form url: https://www.mfa.gov.lv/en/applying-visa

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: ["credit_card", "debit_card", "bank_transfer"]; Amount: EUR 90

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Gather passport, photo, transit flight/travel tickets, destination visa, and insurance.

  2. Online application

    Complete Schengen visa application form for transit purpose.

  3. Appointment booking

    Book appointment at Latvian embassy or consulate.

  4. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee of EUR 90 (or EUR 35 for facilitation agreement countries).

  5. Document submission

    Submit all documents in person.

  6. Biometrics

    Provide biometric data if not recorded within 59 months.

  7. Processing wait

    Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days.

  8. Visa collection

    Collect passport with transit visa sticker.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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