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Visa requirements · updated Sep 2026

Do Latvia citizens need a visa for Belarus?

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Citizens of Latvia can visit Belarus visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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Latvia vs Belarus: passport comparison

Latvia

118

visa-free countries

Global rank: #34 · mobility 167.1

Belarus

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #114 · mobility 97.1
37

countries both Latvia and Belarus can enter visa-free together

Latvia + Belarus: passport compatibility

51%

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

Where Latvia and Belarus travel together — by entry type:

37 both visa-free
26 both visa on arrival
21 both e-visa / eTA
16 both need a visa
97 access differs

Where Latvia and Belarus 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 Belarus is visa-free (6)

How the entry rule changed: Latvia → Belarus

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Latvia → Belarus rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

1passports gained easier entry to Belarus
0passports saw Belarus tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Latvia passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Latvia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Belarus

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

Up to 30 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Latvia citizens need a visa for Belarus?
Citizens of Latvia can visit Belarus visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Latvia citizens stay in Belarus without a visa?
Latvia passport holders are allowed to stay up to 30 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Latvia or Belarus?
The Latvia passport is stronger: 118 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Latvia #34, Belarus #114.
Where can Latvia and Belarus citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 37 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Belarus?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Latvia and Belarus?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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