How can I get consular assistance in Latvia?

Visit the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Latvia at Jura Alunana iela 2-3, Riga, Latvia, or call the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404. In an emergency, dial (82)2-3210-0404.

🇱🇻 Korean Mission in Latvia

Korean Embassy in Latvia - Address & Contact

Q: What is the phone number of the Korean Embassy in Latvia?

The main phone number is (371)6732-4274. For emergencies, call (82)2-3210-0404 (available 24/7).

Q: When did South Korea and Latvia establish diplomatic relations?

South Korea and Latvia established diplomatic relations on 1991.10.22. .

Q: Do Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Latvia?

Korean passport holders (Regular Passport) can enter Latvia visa-free and stay for up to 90 days.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Latvia

The Korean Embassy in Riga covers Latvia and serves as Korea's diplomatic post for the Baltic region alongside the embassies in Lithuania and Estonia. Latvia, a small EU and NATO member on the Baltic Sea, has attracted Korean corporate attention as a regional logistics and technology hub. The embassy community is compact — around 59 Koreans reside in Latvia, many affiliated with Samsung and LG operations — but the mission plays a meaningful role in expanding Korea's presence in the Baltic states.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Latvia (Riga)

Office Name	Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Latvia
Type	Embassy
Address	Jura Alunana iela 2-3, Riga, Latvia
Phone	(371)6732-4274
Emergency	(82)2-3210-0404 (24/7)
Consular Call Center	(82)2-3210-0404
Toll-Free	080-020-0219
Coordinates	56.9560582, 24.1096265
Website	http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/lv-ko/index.do

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Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Latvia - Location

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Mission contact details as of 2026-11-10 · Source: each mission's official website (overseas.mofa.go.kr)

Diplomatic Relations

1991.10.22.

Exports

$65.0M

Imports

$109.0M

Diplomatic relations and trade: MOFA country information (2025 trade figures, checked 2026-11-10)

Entry Requirements

🇰🇷 Korean Citizens Visiting Latvia

Visa-Free Entry (Regular Passport)

Maximum Stay	90 days
Legal Basis	Visa waiver agreement

🇱🇻 Latvia Citizens Visiting South Korea

Citizens of Latvia with regular passports can enter Korea visa-free for short visits such as tourism and stay up to 90 days (basis: a visa waiver agreement). Visa-exempt travellers may need a K-ETA before departure; check k-eta.go.kr.

Korea Visa Portal K-ETA Immigration Service

Entry requirements may change without notice. Always check the latest travel advisories on the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before traveling.

Entry information checked 2026-11-10 · Sources: MOFA overseas safety travel visa-free list (as of Sep 2026) and travel alert levels; Korea's visa-free entry list (as of Feb 2024) and K-ETA temporary exemption notice (Dec 2025)

South Korea – Latvia Diplomatic Relations

Korea and Latvia established diplomatic relations in October 1991, shortly after Latvia restored its independence from the Soviet Union. Over the past three decades, ties have developed steadily within the broader framework of Korea-EU relations. Latvia has welcomed Korean investment in electronics and manufacturing, and both countries are committed to strengthening the rules-based international order — a shared value that has become more prominent given regional security concerns in the Baltic. Cultural exchanges have also grown, with increasing interest in Korea among Latvian youth.

Mission status as of 2026-11-10 · Source: MOFA country information

South Korea – Latvia Trade & Economy

Bilateral trade between Korea and Latvia is modest but growing. In recent years, Korean exports have totaled around $51 million, consisting mainly of electronics, vehicles, and machinery, while imports from Latvia stand at approximately $92 million, led by wood products, machinery, and chemical goods. The trade balance favors Latvia slightly, reflecting Latvia's role as a transit and processing hub for goods moving between Korea and the broader Baltic-Nordic region.

Exports to Latvia

$65.0M

Imports from Latvia

$109.0M

Trade values are 2025 figures (MOFA country information, checked 2026-11-10). Figures in the text refer to the year stated in each sentence.

Tips for Koreans Living in Latvia

Latvia is a Schengen Area and EU member, so Korean nationals can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. The Korean community in Riga is small — approximately 59 people, mostly corporate assignees from Samsung and LG and their families, along with a handful of students. The Korean Embassy in Riga handles all consular services for Korea-Latvia affairs. For emergencies, the embassy's 24-hour duty officer line is available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where is the Korean Embassy in Latvia?

A. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Latvia is located at Jura Alunana iela 2-3, Riga, Latvia.

Q. What is the phone number for the Korean Embassy in Latvia?

A. The main number is (371)6732-4274. For emergencies, call (82)2-3210-0404. The Consular Call Center can be reached at (82)2-3210-0404.

Q. What should I do in an emergency in Latvia?

A. Call the emergency line at (82)2-3210-0404 -- it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also reach the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404 or the toll-free number 080-020-0219.