Latvia Visa for Bangladesh Passport Holders

Bangladeshpassport Latviadestination

Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaYes

Data verified 7 August 2026

At a glance

Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Latvia. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 103.96). Processing: 15 calendar days standard (up to 45 in complex/peak cases); approx. 21 days total elapsed including VFS transit time. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Reverified: Schengen member. Standard Schengen (C) visa: EUR 90 + EUR 11 VFS service charge + BDT 230 payment-processing fee (~USD 104 base fee / ~BDT 12,864). Sweden continues to represent Latvia for Schengen visa processing in Bangladesh — confirmed directly on Sweden's own Dhaka VAC one-pager, which explicitly lists Latvia among the countries it processes (alongside Finland, Iceland, Luxembourg, Slovenia) at its Banani, Dhaka centre.

Visa types: Schengen C visa: Tourist, Business, Family/Friends Visit, Transit, Cultural/Sports, Medical. National D visa: Student, Worker, EU Blue Card, Family Reunification, Long-term Residence, Researcher, Startup Visa.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen C, adult) + EUR 11 service charge

In USDUSD 104 (visa fee) + ~USD 13 (service charge)

In BDTBDT 12,864 (visa fee) + ~BDT 1,572 (service charge) + BDT 230 (payment fee)

Minimum bank balance~USD 15/day (EUR 14)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodVFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre, Dhaka (Borak Mehnur, Level 7, 51/B, Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka-1213); decision by the Embassy of Sweden acting for Latvia. Payment is cash-only in BDT at the on-site bank booth.

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15 calendar days standard (up to 45 in complex/peak cases); approx. 21 days total elapsed including VFS transit time

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (EUR 14/day proof - minimum)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes Yes (OCMA-approved invitation)

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (OCMA-approved)

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages

Photo size35 × 45 mm · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online application; Appointment at VFS Global Dhaka (Sweden represents Latvia for Schengen); 35x45mm biometric photo; Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation OR Invitation (sponsored visa) approved by OCMA; Bank statement (EUR 14/day proof - minimum); Employment letter; For Student: admission + funding proof.

Visa types (3)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 103.96) 15 calendar days standard (up to 45 peak); ~21 days total incl. VFS transit

Schengen member. EUR 90 fee unchanged. Sweden's representation of Latvia in Bangladesh reconfirmed via Sweden's own Dhaka VAC one-pager.

Business Latvian Schengen Type C (Business)

Multiple EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15-20 working days

Latvia Schengen C Business Visa. Apply if Latvia is main destination or first Schengen entry point. Riga is regional Baltic financial hub.

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 97.2) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Bangladeshi passport holders changing planes airside at a Latvia airport en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into Latvia or the Schengen Area.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections: (1) Sweden represents Latvia for Schengen in BD - Sweden Embassy/VFS strict; (2) OCMA-approved invitation required for sponsored visa; (3) Insufficient EUR 14/day funds (minimum, but document required); (4) Weak ties to BD; (5) For Student: admission + funding proof.

Embassy / consulate

AddressLatvia visa via Embassy in New Delhi; intake at VFS Dhaka, Delta Life Tower, Plot 37, Road 90, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh

Phone+880 9613 113 113

Emailinfo.dac@vfsglobal.com

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-08-07

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Latvia visa FAQ for Bangladesh passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Latvia with a Bangladesh passport?

Yes — Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for Latvia (Single entry). Apply via VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre, Dhaka (Borak Mehnur, Level 7, 51/B, Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka-1213); decision by the Embassy of Sweden acting for Latvia. Payment is cash-only in BDT at the on-site bank booth..

How much does a Latvia visa cost for Bangladesh passport holders?

The Latvia visa fee is USD 104 (visa fee) + ~USD 13 (service charge) (about BDT 12,864 (visa fee) + ~BDT 1,572 (service charge) + BDT 230 (payment fee)). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Latvia visa?

Typical processing for a Latvia visa is 15 calendar days standard (up to 45 in complex/peak cases); approx. 21 days total elapsed including VFS transit time. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Latvia on this visa?

A Latvia visa for Bangladesh passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Latvia visa from Bangladesh?

Apply for your Latvia visa via VFS Global Sweden Visa Application Centre, Dhaka (Borak Mehnur, Level 7, 51/B, Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Banani, Dhaka-1213); decision by the Embassy of Sweden acting for Latvia. Payment is cash-only in BDT at the on-site bank booth.. An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages.