Latvia - Consulate of Israel in Riga

You are a Latvian citizen or you are from Israel and are looking for information on the consulate of Israel in Riga situated in Latvia. A consulate in Riga could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Israel. It all depends on the importance of Riga and Latvia in the relationships with the government of Israel.

The difference between consulates found in Riga are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of Israel in Latvia besides Riga

Or the embassy of Israel in Latvia

Israeli Embassy in Riga, Latvia Elizabetes iela 2, 3rd floor Riga 1010 Latvia
Email: press@rig.mfa.gov.il - Tel: (+371) 676 355 00 - Website: riga.mfa.gov.il

Consulate Appointment in Riga

Most consulates in Riga need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Israel in Riga first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Riga do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Latvia or Israel.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Riga please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.