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Do Dominican Republic citizens need a visa for Latvia?

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Dominican Republic citizens need a visa to enter Latvia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Dominican Republic vs Latvia: passport comparison

Dominican Republic

31

visa-free countries

Global rank: #124 · mobility 90.6

Latvia

118

visa-free countries

Global rank: #34 · mobility 167.1
28

countries both Dominican Republic and Latvia can enter visa-free together

Dominican Republic + Latvia: passport compatibility

45%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Dominican Republic and Latvia travel together — by entry type:

28 both visa-free
23 both visa on arrival
23 both e-visa / eTA
15 both need a visa
108 access differs

Where Dominican Republic and Latvia can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Only Dominican Republic is visa-free (3)

Where to apply: Latvia has no mission in Dominican Republic

Guides tell you a visa is required but never warn that there is nowhere to file it — the mission simply does not exist in your country. We picked the nearest countries that do accept applications and measured the distance.

1
United States 3,216 km
Applications accepted in: Washington, Dc
2
Canada 5,132 km
Applications accepted in: Ottawa

Distances are measured between country centroids — a rough guide, not a route. Before you travel, confirm with the chosen consulate that it accepts applicants resident elsewhere: many operate a consular district, and out-of-district applications are not always accepted, often with a longer queue.

Your odds of getting the visa: Dominican Republic → Latvia

Visa guides tell you whether a visa is required. This block answers the second question — will you get it. Figures come from the European Commission's official 2025 statistics, broken down per country pair.

26,0%
of Schengen visa applications refused in Dominican Republic
+11,5 pp above the Schengen average (14.5%) — refused more often than average
-0.7 pp year-over-year: 2024 was 26.7%, now 26.0%
52,063applications filed
37,385visas issued
13,525refusals
#41strictest of 118 countries

The Commission counts applications by where they were filed — at consulates located in Dominican Republic — rather than by the applicant's nationality. For most countries these nearly coincide, but applications filed there by other nationals are included too. 2025 data. Source: European Commission, DG HOME

Where else Dominican Republic goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Latvia

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Dominican Republic citizens need a visa for Latvia?
Dominican Republic citizens need a visa to enter Latvia. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Dominican Republic or Latvia?
The Latvia passport is stronger: 118 visa-free countries versus 31. Global rank: Dominican Republic #124, Latvia #34.
Where can Dominican Republic and Latvia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 28 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Latvia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Dominican Republic and Latvia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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