Guide to Driving In Latvia - Drive Safe in Latvia

Riga has a tram network in the city and parking on roads where there is a tram line is forbidden. It also forbidden to park against the flow of traffic on roads with more than 1 lane in any direction (dual carriageways etc).

Unfortunately theft from cars is common in Latvia and it recommended not to park on side streets for this reason, rather find a secure car park and pay the parking charge. Paid parking is available on street where ticket machines (tariffs vary by time / day / location) are utilised.

Parking Fines
Police will collect parking fines on the spot. If a car is parked dangerously or considered an obstruction it will be towed away.

Disabled Parking in Latvia
Blue badge holders are permitted to use designated disabled bays in Latvia. You'll find these in car parks and on street parking spots in the most convenient locations. Riga has excellent disabled parking provision, however outside of Riga it is less well appointed.