Riga, the capital of Latvia, is the largest city in the Baltic states, with its UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town, Europe's richest Art Nouveau architecture and the nearby Baltic Sea. With institutions such as the University of Latvia, Riga Technical University, RISEBA, Turiba and TSI, it is a favourite with international students looking for English-taught study.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language study options in Riga. Language and preparation programs at institutions in Riga such as the University of Latvia, Riga Technical University, RISEBA, Turiba, TSI, EKA, ISMA and BA School of Business and Finance are among the options.
How long you study depends on your goal: 2-4 weeks for a short holiday course, 3-6 months for everyday communication, and usually 9-12 months for a university application. At most schools, courses can be extended week by week.
Fees vary from school to school: university language centres and private language schools can sit in different price ranges. Planning your course, accommodation and airport transfer together lowers the total cost. Ask NGGlobal for a quote with current prices and discounts.
Language schools accept students all year round. For short courses, booking 4-6 weeks ahead is usually enough. For programs requiring a national visa, plan your application 3-4 months ahead to allow for appointment waiting times.
Your visa type depends on the length and type of your program: a Schengen visa for short courses and a national visa and residence permit for university and preparatory programs. Rules change from time to time, so check current conditions in official sources; NGGlobal helps you prepare your documents.
Students in Latvia on a Schengen visa for a language course cannot work. Full-time students with a residence permit can work up to 20 hours a week during term and full time in the holidays.
Students in Riga usually stay in university dormitories or shared flats, with rents much lower than in Western Europe.
Living costs in Riga are much lower than in Western European capitals, though slightly above the Latvian average as it is the country's liveliest city.
Riga's trams, trolleybuses and buses cover the city, with discounted tickets for students.
The Baltic Sea gives Riga a milder climate, with gentler winters than inland and cool, breezy summers.
Direct flights from Istanbul to Riga International Airport (RIX) take about 3 hours; buses reach the city centre from the airport in about 30 minutes.
When it is 12:00 in Turkey, it is 12:00 in Riga in summer and 11:00 in winter.
NGGlobal offers free guidance for Riga at every step, from choosing a school to enrolment, accommodation and your visa. Contact us to find the right program for you together.
Yes. Both capitals are about 4-4.5 hours away by bus.
Yes. English is widely spoken, especially among young people and in business, and Russian is also often heard.
No. There are beginner courses, many university programs are in English, and English is widely spoken among young people.
The official language is Latvian; Russian is also widely spoken, and English is well known, especially among young people.
Yes. University dormitories and shared flats are available, and NGGlobal plans your accommodation together with your enrolment.
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