Latvia

About the Latvia passport

Ranked #4 in the global passport index, the Latvia passport delivers some of the broadest travel freedom in the world, covering 180 of 199 destinations. Alongside Malta and Poland, it sits among the world's strongest travel documents. Holders cover 90% of the world without advance visa arrangements, placing them well above the global average. Of the 180 accessible destinations, 128 require no visa at all, 7 accept an electronic travel authorization, 45 offer visa on arrival.

Tax in Latvia

The top marginal income tax rate in Latvia is 31%, with capital gains taxed at 20%. The country operates a flat tax regime, applying a single flat rate to all income brackets. The flat-rate structure simplifies tax planning for residents and expats alike, with a predictable single rate applied regardless of income level.

Bloc and regional context

Latvia is a member of the European Union, granting holders the right to live, work, and study across 27 EU member states plus 4 Schengen associates.

Where Latvia passport holders can travel

Latvia passport holders have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to the following 159 destinations:

AlbaniaAndorraAngolaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaAustraliaAustriaBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBoliviaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBrazilBruneiBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCanadaChileChinaColombiaComoros

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