Latvia - Covid travel and national health rules, EU Digital Covid Certificate
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To ensure safe travel, EU countries have agreed on a co-ordinated approach to free movement restrictions in response to the coronavirus pandemic. EU rules now take into account your COVID-19 status as proved by a valid EU Digital COVID Certificate.
Information on travel and health measures in the EU is available online and provides travellers with up to date details of any special rules in place as well as data on infection rates.
Check for any specific measures that may apply when travelling to Latvia.
What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
COVID-19 travel restrictions were lifted in Latvia. There is no need to present a certificate of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or negative test results.
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You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.
You can also find information about your passenger rights on our portal for citizens.
Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays
What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
COVID-19 travel restrictions were lifted in Latvia. There is no need to present a certificate of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or negative test results.
Learn more:
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You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.
You can also find information about your passenger rights on our portal for citizens.
Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays
Can I transit this country?
Passengers in transit may, if need be, spend the night at Riga Airport waiting for their next flight. Passengers in transit should make sure they have all the necessary documents for entry into the Republic of Latvia and the Schengen Area.
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National health measures
Most domestic COVID-19 health measures were lifted. Facemasks are recommended in healthcare and social care institutions and on public transport.
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Use of facemasks
Facemasks and respirators are worn in health care and social care facilities. They are recommended for use on public transport.
Safety measures for public transportation
Facemasks are recommended when using public transportation.
Quarantine
Persons exposed to the virus, and those who test positive, must isolate at home for 7 days, unless they obtain a negative COVID-19 test result no earlier than the 7th day of confinement.
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National use of COVID-19 Certificates
Information on 'EU Digital COVID Certificates' issued in Latvia
Providing proof of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result is not required to access indoor facilities or use public spaces. Please consult the Measures section for further details.
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The 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) is digital proof, valid in all EU countries, that a person has either been vaccinated against COVID-19, has recovered from COVID-19, or has received a negative test result. National authorities are responsible for issuing the certificate.
Learn more:
EUDCC - Questions & Answers
EUDCC - Factsheet