Embassy of Latvia in Prague, Czech Republic; address Hradešínská 1022/3, 101 00; phone +420255700881.
Also accredited to: Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia
Latvia offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some Czech travelers. With 1.2 million Czechs traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Latvia's strategic location and strong tourism infrastructure attractive for their trips.
Latvia is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Czechia. However, it ranks lower in safety compared to Czechia in specific areas. According to safety rankings, Latvia is 25th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, whereas Czechia ranks 5th. The Global Peace Index also reflects this, with Latvia at 30th out of 160 countries and Czechia at 12th. In terms of crime statistics, Latvia has a higher murder rate at 3.0 per 100,000 people compared to Czechia's 0.4. Additionally, female murder rates are higher in Latvia (3.6) than in Czechia (0.5). Regarding organized crime, Latvia shows some strengths, particularly in state crime (2.0) and flora crime (1.0), but it has higher indices for other categories compared to Czechia. Overall, while Latvia is relatively safe, travelers should remain vigilant and informed about their surroundings.