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The Low Down on Latvia Currency

Currency:	Euro
Currency code:	EUR
Central Bank:	European Central Bank
Currency symbol:	€
Currency sub unit:	cent
Currency sub unit symbol:	c
Bank notes:	€5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500
Coins:	1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, €1, €2

The official currency of Latvia is the euro with 1 euro being divided into 100 cents.

Prior to the introduction of the euro, Latvia’s currency was Latvian lats. Lats were used in Latvia between 1922 and 2014.

There was only a two-week transition period in which lats and euros were both in circulation within Latvia.

The most commonly used bills for the euro are the 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 notes.

What to spend your euros on**:

Local bottle of beer
2.50 EUR
1km taxi ride
0.50 EUR
Affordable meal
7 EUR
Entry to Riga zoo
6 EUR
Bottle of wine
6 EUR

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Must-sees in Latvia

Riga
Riga is possibly the most vibrant city in the Baltic region, boasting a smattering of stunning art and architectural attractions. The old town is a historic and cultural highlight - and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Sigulda
Possibly Latvia’s biggest tourist attraction, the Sigulda region boasts medieval castles, incredible natural sights and friendly locals; get chatting to them you and you might even be taken to some local hidden spots!

Jūrmala
Jūrmala is one of Latvia’s most popular resort towns. Enjoy relaxing beach walks, exploring the local fishing villages and hiking through nature parks and forests nearby to view some local wildlife.

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FAQ Relating to Latvia Currency

What credit cards are accepted in Latvia?
Most credit cards are widely0accepted in Latvia with VISA™ and MasterCard™ being widely accepted in most outlets. American Express and Diners are less widely accepted.
What currency is used in Riga?
In Riga, the capital of Latvia, they use the euro as in the rest of Latvia.
The symbol used for the euro is €, its code is EUR
What was the former currency of Latvia?
Prior to the euro, the official currency of Latvia was the Latvian lat.

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^{**The figures provided are indicative only and are there to provide an idea of the amount of travel money you may need during your trip.}

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