🇱🇻Latvia
Europe
Information
Capital
Riga
Population
1,871,882
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Letton, Russe
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+371
Timezone
Europe/Riga
Area
64,589 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
November 18 (Proclamation of independence in 1918)
Internet domain
.lv
About
Latvia is a Baltic country in Northeastern Europe, a member of the EU, NATO, and the eurozone since 2014. It is known for its capital Riga, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and extensive forests covering nearly half its territory. Its economy relies on services, wood industry, and information technology.
Safety
Risk level :Niveau de sécurité global faible à modéré, pays stable en Europe.
Risk areas
Frontière russe - Tensions géopolitiquesRiga centre-ville - Petite criminalité
Crime(low)
- Éviter les quartiers isolés la nuit
- Veiller aux biens personnels
Terrorism(low)
- Suivre les alertes officielles, vigilance accrue
Transport
- Utiliser des taxis officiels
- Valider les billets
Natural risks(Risques modérés d’inondations et tempêtes hivernales)
- Suivre les alertes météo
Health(Système de santé correct, soins publics gratuits pour résidents UE)
- Assurance voyage recommandée
- Vaccins standards à jour
Practical tips
- Enregistrer son voyage auprès du ministère des Affaires étrangères
- Respecter les règles de circulation
- Avoir une assurance santé
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center450-600
1-bedroom apartment in city center550-750
1-bedroom apartment in suburb350-550
3-bedroom apartment in city center900-1,300
3-bedroom apartment in suburb600-1,000
Food
Inexpensive restaurant meal8-12
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurant25-40
McDonald's menu8-10
Local beer (0.5L)3-5
Cappuccino2.5-4
Water (1.5L)1-2
Bread (500g)1-2
Milk (1L)1-2
Eggs (12)2-3
Chicken (1kg)6-8
Apples (1kg)2-3
Bananas (1kg)1-2
Transport
Public transport ticket1.5-2
Monthly transport subscription30-40
Taxi ride (start)2-3
Taxi (1km)1-2
Gasoline (1L)1.5-2
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)30-50
Tennis court (1h weekend)10-20
Cinema8-12
Theater15-30
Health
General practitioner consultation20-40
Dentist consultation30-60
Antibiotic medications5-10
Cold medications (6 days)10-20
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)20-30
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10-20
Public services for 85m² apartment100-150
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)50-80
Nike sports shoes80-120
International primary school (monthly)500-800
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F
Emergency numbers
Police110
Ambulance113
Fire department112
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
safe
Tipping
10-15% in restaurants
Photos
Point de vue panoramique
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Andrea Piacquadio
Point de vue panoramique
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Nils Vega
Point de vue panoramique
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