๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ปLatvia Visa for Bahraini Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

eTA / e-permit

Bahraini passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Latvia, but not a full visa.

Latvia introduced an Electronic Travel Declaration system from 1 September 2025 (amendment to Article 4.4 of the Immigration Law). Third-country nationals who are not citizens of an EU member state, NATO member state, OECD member state, EEA country, Swiss Confederation or Brazil, AND who do not have a valid Latvian visa or residence permit, must submit the declaration at least 48 hours before arrival via eta.gov.lv. Note: ETA exemption is based on EU/NATO/OECD/EEA/Swiss/Brazil bloc membership, NOT identity with the ordinary-passport visa-free list. Turkey (NATO member) is ETA-exempt even though Turkish ordinary passport holders are NOT on the ordinary visa-free list. Exempt nationals include all visa-free countries plus Turkey. This is NOT a travel authorization/permission to enter - it is a pre-arrival security declaration. Page last updated May 19, 2026.

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How Bahraini citizens apply for a Latvia visa

Latvia visa cost for Bahraini citizens

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

EUR 90 (~$98)

Up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial source
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Applications are handled via VFS Global โ€” service fee approx. INR 2999, varies by centre.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 ยท sourced from official government fee schedules

Documents required for Bahraini applicants

The exact documents Bahraini citizens must submit for Latvia, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

otherLong Term D Category Visa

The list of documents below is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Embassy. Both the standard and the supporting documentation have to be recent. Applicants always have to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies of the same; unless the requirements specify that an original document has to be submitted. Please find below the checklists for Long Term D visa category- D Visa Students category 1_Checklist Latvia (PDF checklist โ†—) D Visa Students category 2_Checklist Latvia (PDF checklist โ†—) D Visa Work category 1_Checklist Latvia (PDF checklist โ†—) D Visa Work category 2_Checklist Latvia (PDF checklist โ†—)

familySpouses Of Latvian Nationals Visiting Family and Friends

The list of documents below is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Embassy. Both the standard and the supporting documentation have to be recent, i.e. not older than 1 month, and need to be provided for every Schengen visa application. Applicants always have to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies of the same; unless the requirements specify that an original document has to be submitted. Please click here (PDF checklist โ†—) for the checklist for Spouses of Latvian Nationals Visiting Family and Friends

businessBusiness

The list of documents below is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Embassy. Both the standard and the supporting documentation have to be recent, i.e. not older than 1 month, and need to be provided for every Schengen visa application. Applicants always have to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies of the same; unless the requirements specify that an original document has to be submitted. Please click here (PDF checklist โ†—) for the checklist for Business Visit

touristTourist

The list of documents below is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Embassy. Both the standard and the supporting documentation have to be recent, i.e. not older than 1 month, and need to be provided for every Schengen visa application. Applicants always have to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies of the same; unless the requirements specify that an original document has to be submitted. Please click here (PDF checklist โ†—) for the checklist for Tourist Visit

businessAttending Cultural Or Sports Events Or Conferences

The list of documents below is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Embassy. Both the standard and the supporting documentation have to be recent, i.e. not older than 1 month, and need to be provided for every Schengen visa application. Applicants always have to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies of the same; unless the requirements specify that an original document has to be submitted. Please click here (PDF checklist โ†—) for the checklist for Attending Cultural Or Sports events or Conferences

familyVisiting Family & Friends

The list of documents below is not an exhaustive list of documents and the applicant can always be asked to provide additional information/documents, if desired by the Embassy. Both the standard and the supporting documentation have to be recent, i.e. not older than 1 month, and need to be provided for every Schengen visa application. Applicants always have to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies of the same; unless the requirements specify that an original document has to be submitted. Please click here (PDF checklist โ†—) for the checklist for Visiting Friends and Family Visit

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Latvia visa for Bahraini citizens โ€” FAQ

Do Bahraini citizens need a visa for Latvia?

Bahraini passport holders need an approved eTA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to Latvia, but not a full visa.

What documents do Bahraini citizens need for Latvia?

A valid passport plus the Latvia document checklist for your visa type โ€” Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

How much does the Latvia visa cost for Bahraini citizens?

The Latvia schengen short-stay visa (type c) fee is EUR 90 (~$98). Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee of about INR 2999.

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