About Latvia

Latvia, located in Northern Europe, is becoming an emerging destination for international students due to its affordable tuition fees, high-quality education, and multicultural environment. As a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area, Latvia offers globally recognized degrees, modern infrastructure, and the opportunity to travel freely across Europe. Latvia is ideal for students seeking European education at budget-friendly costs.

Languages Spoken
  • Latvian (Official)
  • English widely spoken in academic institutions
  • Russian also commonly used in daily communication
Weather
  • Cold winters with snowfall
  • Mild to warm summers
  • Four distinct seasons
Main Cities
  • Riga (Capital)
  • Daugavpils
  • Liepāja
  • Jelgava
  • Ventspils

Main Economic Pillars

Information Technology
Logistics & Transport
Manufacturing
Forestry & Agriculture
Tourism & Education

Popular Institutions

University of Latvia
ISMA University
Riga Technical University
TSI
Riga International School of Economics and Business Administration
EKA
Latvian Academy of Sport Education
RISEBA University
Turība University
Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
Daugavpils University
Riga Stradiņš University

Popular Programs

Information Technology

Business & Management

Engineering

Tourism & Hospitality

Health Sciences & Medicine

Social Sciences

Program Requirements

Undergraduate

  • 12th Grade Certificate
  • IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (for English-taught programs)
  • Academic Documents, SOP, Passport

Postgraduate

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
  • SOP, Resume, LORs

Average Tuition Fees

€2,500 — €5,000 per year

(Approx. ₹2.2 — ₹4.5 Lakhs)
Cost-effective compared to other EU countries

Intakes

  • September (Main)
  • February (For selected programs)

Part-Time Work Opportunities

  • 20 hours/week during studies
  • Full-time during holidays
  • Jobs in hospitality, administration, and tech support sectors

Career Prospects After Graduation

  • 6 to 12 months post-study job search visa
  • Potential to work across other EU countries
  • Growing job market in IT, logistics, and engineering

Documentation Checklist

Valid Passport

Admission Letter from Latvian University

Academic Certificates & Transcripts

IELTS/PTE/TOEFL Score (if required)

Proof of Tuition Fee Payment

Financial Proof (approx. €6,000/year)

Health Insurance

SOP, Resume, Passport Photos

Visa & Admission Process Time

  • University Admission: 2–4 weeks
  • Visa Processing: 3–5 weeks
  • Total Duration: 5–8 weeks