The Embassy of Latvia in Paris is Latvia’s diplomatic mission to France. Latvian nationals in France turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | 6, villa Saïd, 75116 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 53 64 58 10 |
| embassy.france@mfa.gov.lv | |
| Website | www2.mfa.gov.lv/fr |
| Social Media | |
| Head of Mission | Eduard Strong, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
| Consular services | Provided by the embassy itself |
Consular Section
| Address | 6 Vla Saïd, 75116 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 53 64 58 16 |
| consulate.france@mfa.gov.lv |
Consular section details according to the embassy.
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Latvian public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at 6, villa Saïd in Paris’s 16th arrondissement.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
The embassy and its network in France
According to the embassy, it is headed by Eduard Strong, Ambassador. In the other direction, about 433 French citizens are registered with the French consular network in Latvia. Six honorary consulates support Latvian citizens in other parts of France.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Latvian passports and emergency travel documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Latvia
- Help for citizens in difficulty – illness, arrest or loss of documents
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the embassy website first.
Travelling from France to Latvia
As EU citizens, French nationals can travel to Latvia without a visa; a valid passport or national identity card is enough. The French Foreign Ministry applies normal vigilance for Latvia. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Besides French public holidays, the embassy closes on the Latvian national holiday (18 November). Call ahead around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Latvian citizens should call the embassy on +33 1 53 64 58 10. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. French citizens who need help in Latvia contact the French Embassy in Riga. Local emergency numbers in Latvia: ambulance 113, general emergency 112.
Diplomatic missions of Latvia in France
Latvia in France
- Paris – Embassy of Latvia (this page)
- Bordeaux Caudéran – Honorary Consulate
- Campagne-les-Guines – Honorary Consulate
- Lyon – Honorary Consulate
- Marseille – Honorary Consulate
- Strasbourg – Honorary Consulate
- Toulouse – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Latvia in Paris
Where is the Latvian Embassy in Paris?
At 6, villa Saïd, 75116 Paris.
When is the Latvian Embassy in Paris open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00. Confirm before visiting.
Do French citizens need a visa for Latvia?
No – a passport or ID card is enough.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Latvia, www2.mfa.gov.lv/fr. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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