3 missions of Latvia in Portugal: Consulate of Latvia in Lisbon, Portugal; Consulate of Latvia in Ponta Delgada, Portugal; Consulate of Latvia in Porto…
Head of mission: Mr. Tiago Nuno da Silva Melo Patricio, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Latvia, 4 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. João Luís Cogumbreiro, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Portugal, 1 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Augusto Ferreira Machado, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Latvia offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some Portuguese travelers. With 1.0 million Portuguese traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Latvia's dynamic landscape and robust tourism infrastructure attractive for exploration.
Latvia is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Portugal. However, it ranks lower in safety compared to Portugal in several metrics. For instance, Latvia is ranked 25th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, whereas Portugal ranks 15th. In terms of overall safety, Latvia is ranked 30th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, while Portugal is much higher at 7th. The murder rate in Latvia is notably higher at 3.0 per 100,000 people compared to Portugal's 0.8, indicating a greater risk in this regard. Crime indices from the Global Organized Crime Index show that Latvia has some challenges, particularly in areas like state crime (2.0 for Latvia vs. 4.5 for Portugal) and organized crime. In summary, while Latvia is relatively safe, travelers should remain aware of their surroundings and exercise caution, especially when compared to the safety levels experienced in Portugal.