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Embassy of Switzerland in Riga, Latvia

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Embassy of Switzerland in Riga, Latvia, located at Smilšu iela 8. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of Switzerland, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    Smilšu iela 8
    Riga LV-1050
    Latvia

  • Telephone

    +371 67 33 83 51

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:00 AM–12:30 PM, 1:30 PM–5:00 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM–12:30 PM, 1:30 PM–5:00 PM
    Friday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:00 AM–12:30 PM, 1:30 PM–5:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM–12:30 PM, 1:30 PM–5:00 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – Opens today at 1:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Riga: 12:49 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the Embassy of Switzerland in Riga, Latvia

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Midsummer's Eve: June 23 Flag of Latvia
  • Midsummer Day: June 24 Flag of Latvia
  • National Day: August 1 Flag of Switzerland
  • Proclamation of the Republic of Latvia: November 18 Flag of Latvia

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of Switzerland in Riga, Latvia:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Authentication of documents
  • Emergency consular assistance
  • Civil registration

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Latvian passport, you do not need a visa to enter Switzerland.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Switzerland without a visa. The most common types of Switzerland visas are the following.

  • Schengen visa for a stay of up to 90 days
  • National visa for a stay of more than 90 days
  • Airport transit visa
  • Work visa

Head of Mission

Martin Michelet, Ambassador

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