Embassy of Latvia in Moscow, Russia; address 3 Chapligina Str., 115127, Moscow; phone +74952329760. Head of mission: Mr Maris Riekstins. Plus 3 other…
Head of mission: Mr Maris Riekstins, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Janis Legzdins, Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Inga Skruzmane, Representative (as of 2015)
Latvia offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some Russian visitors. With 12.4 million Russians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Latvia's strategic location and strong tourism infrastructure attractive for their travels.
Latvia is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Russia. It ranks 25th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is better than Russia's ranking of 30th. According to the Global Peace Index, Latvia is ranked 30th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Russia, which ranks 154th. In terms of crime statistics, Latvia has a murder rate of 3.0 per 100,000 people, compared to Russia's 6.8. While the female murder rates are slightly higher in Latvia (3.6) than in Russia (3.3), overall crime indices show that Latvia has lower organized crime levels across various categories. Overall, tourists from Russia can feel relatively safe in Latvia, as it has lower crime rates and a better safety ranking compared to Russia.