Study in Latvia
Your complete guide to universities, fees, funding options and the application journey.
At a Glance
Quick facts about Latvia
Latvia is a Baltic country in Northern Europe
Riga is the capital and largest city
The euro (€) is Latvia’s currency
Latvia’s official language is Latvian
Latvia became a member of the European Union in 2004
Latvia is a parliamentary republic
Latvia has 29 higher-education institutions
Latvia covers approximately 64,594 square kilometres
population of around 1.8–1.9 million people.
Key Advantages
Why study in Latvia?
Affordable tuition fees
Lower living costs
More than 200 English-taught programs
Gateway to Europe (EU and Schengen location)
International student environment
Modern, student-friendly capital city
Recognised European qualifications
Institutions
Universities in Latvia
| S.N. | University | Established | QS Ranking | Times Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riga Technical University | — | — | — |
| 2 | University of Latvia | — | — | — |
| 3 | Rīga Stradiņš University | — | — | — |
| 4 | Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies | — | — | — |
| 5 | Stockholm School of Economics in Riga | — | — | — |
| 6 | RISEBA University of Applied Sciences | — | — | — |
| 7 | Turība University | — | — | — |
| 8 | Daugavpils University | — | — | — |
Roadmap
Step-by-step: study in Latvia
Required Documents for Visa (For Nepalese Students):
- Visa application form (National Visa Type D)
- Passport with at least two blank pages and valid for 3 months after departure.
- One recent 35x45mm photo.
- Invitation from your university approved by the OCMA.
- Signed Study Agreement.
- Proof of Accommodation: University dormitory confirmation or a notarized rental agreement.
- Proof of Financial Means: A bank statement showing sufficient funds (approx. €620/month is recommended).
- Travel Health Insurance:
The visa process for Nepal has specific requirements. As a Nepalese national, you must apply for a Long Stay Visa at the Embassy of Latvia in India.
Here is the specific process:
- Verify Document Verification: This is mandatory for applicants from Nepal, India, and Sri Lanka. You must upload your supporting documents to the Hello Verify website (http://visa.helloverify.com) for verification. You will receive a transaction number upon successful verification. An appointment for your visa application will NOT be granted without this number.
- Book a VFS Global Appointment: Contact the VFS Global Latvia call centre to book an appointment for visa application submission and a mandatory video/in-person interview at the VFS Global centre in India.
- Submit Your Application: Attend your appointment at the VFS Global Latvia centre. Submit your visa application form, the Hello Verify transaction number, and all required documents.
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