LatviaRiga · Latvian
Population 1,847,785 · Currency Euro · GDP/cap $26,312
Latvia hosts 1 covered cities. Median broadband 104 Mbps; public-estimate QoL 166.2; remote-work visa: Official digital-nomad visa (since 2022, one year). Sources per item (World Bank/UNDP/open data & public estimates), updated 2026-10-03.
Peace index
#31IEP 2024 · 1.61
Source: IEP Global Peace Index (hand snapshot)
HDI
0.879
Source: UNDP HDR (hand snapshot)
CPI
53/100
Source: Transparency International (hand snapshot)
Quality of life
166.2
Source: public statistical estimate · QoL index
Top tax rate
31% top rate
Source: hand snapshot · consult a tax professional
Snapshot date
2026-10-03
Per-field sources on the methodology page
FAQ
Do Chinese passport holders need a visa for Latvia?
Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are required to obtain a visa (Schengen visa, 90/180 days). Verify with official channels.
Does Latvia offer a digital nomad visa?
Official digital-nomad visa (since 2022, one year); digital-nomad friendliness: not documented.
How fast is the internet in Latvia?
Median fixed broadband is ~104 Mbps (public statistical estimate).
Is Latvia safe?
public-estimate safety 64/100. Global Peace Index rank #31 (IEP 2024).
Covered cities (1)
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