Embassy of India in Riga, Latvia; address Aspazijas bulvāris 22, 1050, Rīga; phone +37122485174. Head of mission: Mr. Jeysundhar D. Plus 1 other mission.
Head of mission: Mr. Jeysundhar D, Chargé d'Affaires (as listed in the diplomatic list of Latvia, 31 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Ms. Namrata Satdeve Kumar, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary (as of 2026)
India offers a rich blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and modern amenities, making it an appealing destination for some Latvian travelers. With around 500,000 Latvians traveling abroad each year, a portion may find India’s historical landmarks and diverse ecosystems intriguing.
India's safety for tourists from Latvia can be assessed through various metrics. Latvia ranks 30th in safety among European countries, while India is ranked 114th globally according to the Global Peace Index, indicating that it is generally less safe than Latvia. In terms of murder rates, Latvia has a rate of 3.0 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than India's rate of 2.9. However, the statistics show that Latvia has a higher rate of female murders (3.6) compared to India (2.5). Regarding organized crime, both countries score similarly in terms of mafia groups and foreign crime, but India has higher scores in areas like crime networks (6.0), state crime (6.0), human trafficking (7.0), and fauna crime (8.0), indicating more significant challenges in these areas. Overall, while India has some safety concerns, particularly related to organized crime and certain types of violence, many tourists visit safely by taking standard precautions. It is advisable for Latvian tourists to stay informed and exercise caution while traveling in India.