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Embassy of Canada to Latvia, in Riga

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

We are limiting in-person visits. Consular services remain available to Canadians. If you need help, please contact us before visiting.

For information on COVID-19, visit the Government of Canada's official outbreak page and check our Travel Advice and Advisories.

Our representative

Kevin Rex
Ambassador of Canada to Latvia, Estonia and Lithuania

Address

20/22 Baznicas Street, 6th Floor, Riga LV-1010, Latvia

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Office closures

Date Closed for
2021-01-01 New Year's Day
2021-02-15 Family Day
2021-04-05 Easter Monday
2021-05-03 Convocation of the Constituent Assembly of the Republic of Latvia (in lieu of)
2021-05-24 Victoria Day
2021-06-23 Midsummer's Eve
2021-06-24 Midsummer's Day
2021-09-06 Labour Day
2021-10-11 Thanksgiving Day
2021-11-18 Independance Day of Latvia
2021-12-27 Christmas Day (in lieu of)

Hours of operation

Consular Services
Day Hours
Monday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Tuesday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Wednesday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Thursday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Document Collection
Day Hours
Monday 09:00 - 12:00 (Walk-in)
Tuesday 09:00 - 12:00 (Walk-in)
Wednesday 09:00 - 12:00 (Walk-in)
Thursday 09:00 - 12:00 (Walk-in)
Emergency Assistance
Day Hours
Monday 08:30 - 17:00 (Walk-in)
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00 (Walk-in)
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00 (Walk-in)
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00 (Walk-in)
Note:

Notarial Services
Day Hours
Monday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Tuesday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Wednesday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Thursday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Office
Day Hours
Monday 08:30 - 17:00 (Appointment)
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00 (Appointment)
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00 (Appointment)
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00 (Appointment)
Note:

Passport and Citizenship Services
Day Hours
Monday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Tuesday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Wednesday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)
Thursday 09:00 - 12:00 (Appointment)

Service fees

Citizenship Services
Details Fees
(CAD)		 Fees
(EUR)
Application for a Citizenship Certificate for adults and minors (Proof of Citizenship) 75.00
(CAD) 		50.00
(EUR)
Application to Renounce Canadian Citizenship 100.00
(CAD) 		65.00
(EUR)
Replacement / Update of proof of Canadian citizenship 75.00
(CAD) 		50.00
(EUR)
Application for a Search of Citizenship Records 75.00
(CAD) 		50.00
(EUR)
Notarial Services
Details Fees
(CAD)		 Fees
(EUR)
Administering an oath or receiving a statutory declaration or affirmation. The fee shown is per document. 50.00
(CAD) 		35.00
(EUR)
Attesting any document bearing a signature (affidavit, declaration, affirmation, etc.). The fee shown is per document. 50.00
(CAD) 		35.00
(EUR)
Authenticating (witnessing) a signature. The fee shown is per document. 50.00
(CAD) 		35.00
(EUR)
Authenticating the signature and seal of a foreign authority. The fee shown is per document. 50.00
(CAD) 		35.00
(EUR)
Authenticating signatures of Canadian authorities or notaries 50.00
(CAD) 		35.00
(EUR)
Certifying a true copy of a document. The fee shown is per copy. 20.00
(CAD) 		15.00
(EUR)
Issuing a Statement in lieu of Certificate of Non-impediment to Marriage Abroad. The fee shown is a minimum, per document. 30.00
(CAD) 		20.00
(EUR)
Courier services for voting ballots during federal general elections or by-elections 0.00
(CAD) 		0.00
(EUR)
Providing a Passport Canada CTC. The fee shown is per set of three copies. 45.00
(CAD) 		30.00
(EUR)
Passport Services
Details Fees
(CAD)		 Fees
(EUR)
10-year adult passport (age 16 or over) 260.00
(CAD) 		170.00
(EUR)
5-year adult passport (age 16 or over) 190.00
(CAD) 		125.00
(EUR)
5-year Child passport (0-15 years of age) 100.00
(CAD) 		65.00
(EUR)
Additional fee for replacing a valid lost or stolen passport 45.00
(CAD) 		30.00
(EUR)
Pay on-line

Information for Canadians

Adoption and surrogacy

Refer to International adoption.

Birth abroad

Refer to Birth abroad.

Citizenship Services

Complete your citizenship application. Present your documents in person.

Marriage abroad

Refer to Marriage abroad.

Notarial Services

The office provides the following notarial services to Canadian citizens and, in limited cases, to non-Canadian citizens if the documents are intended for use in Canada. Note: Documents must be in English or French, or accompanied by an official translation in English or French.

Authentication/Attestation (certify the document signature, the position of an official and the seal are genuine):

  • Documents issued in Canada must be authenticated by Global Affairs Canada in Ottawa before the office will certify the documents (fees apply).
  • Witness a signature on a Statement in Lieu of Certificate of Non-Impediment to Marriage Abroad form (fees apply).
  • Clients requiring information about authenticating documents while outside of Canada, refer to Authentication of documents.

Certified copy (certify the document is a true copy of the original):

  • Documents presented by a Canadian citizen or a non-Canadian citizen for use in Canada; exceptions apply (fees apply).
  • Government-issued identification requiring a certified true copy (fees apply).

Witness a signature (consular officer witnesses a signature):

  • Documents presented by a Canadian citizen or a non-Canadian citizen for use in Canada; exceptions apply (fees apply).
  • Government-issued identification requiring a witnessed signature (fees apply).

Note: Complete all documents before booking an appointment. Sign all documents in front of the consular officer.

Passport Services

Refer to our Service fees section to pay online before completing your passport application.

Present your documents in person.

Pay on-line

Pensions and Retirement

Refer to Benefits for Canadians living abroad.

Same-sex marriage abroad

It is not possible to register same sex marriages in Latvia.

Visa and immigration services
Voting abroad

Refer to Elections (voting from abroad).

Services and information

General enquiries

Telephone: +371 6781 3945

Fax: +371 6781 3960

Email: riga@international.gc.ca

Citizenship services

Apply to become a Canadian citizen, prepare for the citizenship test, get proof of citizenship, and more.

Telephone: +371 6781 3945

Fax: +371 6781 3960

Email: riga@international.gc.ca

Consular services

Get emergency help and assistance with travel documents when travelling abroad (Canadian citizens only).

Telephone: +371 6781 3945

Fax: +371 6781 3960

Email: riga@international.gc.ca

Notarial services

Have your documents certified and authenticated.

Email: riga@international.gc.ca

Passport services

Find out about applications, service locations and requirements. Get help in case of a lost, stolen or damaged passport.

Telephone: +371 6781 3945

Fax: +371 6781 3960

Email: riga@international.gc.ca

Trade and investment services

Find advice and guidance with your international business or contact a trade office.

Telephone: (011-371) 67813945

Fax: (011-371) 67813960

Email: irena.cirule@international.gc.ca

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