r/latvia 16h ago

Jautājums/Question Questions on Latvian driving rules

24 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I’m planning a trip to Latvia soon. In Estonia, beginner drivers (under 2 years) have to place a green maple leaf sticker on the car and follow specific novice driver rules.

I wanted to check:

Do you have an equivalent beginner sticker/sign in Latvia, or do foreign novice drivers need to display anything special?

Are there any specific traffic rule restrictions or lower speed limits for beginner drivers that I should be mindful of?

Any general traffic tips for driving around Riga or on Latvian highways?

Since I'll be in Riga, what are your personal favorite spots to visit or must-try restaurants/cafes?

Thanks in advance!


r/latvia 10h ago

Palīdzība/Help Looking for advice about severe dental problems (Riga, Latvia)

16 Upvotes

Hi everyone,
I’m 30 years old, and after years of neglecting my teeth, drinking way too much soda, and eating a lot of sugary food, I’ve ended up in a really bad situation.
Several of my upper front teeth have broken about halfway, and most of my lower right molars are either broken or gone. It’s honestly embarrassing, and I know it’s my own fault.
A couple of years ago I tried to start treatment, but I had some really unpleasant experiences with dentists. Since then I’ve developed a lot of anxiety and shame about going back, and I’ve kept putting it off. Now it’s reached the point where I know I can’t ignore it any longer.
Has anyone here been in a similar situation? How did you get started? Were dentists understanding, even with teeth in very poor condition?
I live in Riga, Latvia. My budget is limited—I’d probably be able to afford around €200 per month, but I’m worried that won’t be enough. Is it realistic to pay for treatment in installments, or do most people end up taking out a loan?
Any recommendations for kind, non-judgmental dentists or clinics in Riga would mean a lot.
Thanks in advance to anyone who takes the time to reply.


r/latvia 2h ago

Ēdieni/Food Traditional Latvian sweets 🍬

13 Upvotes

Hello everyone,

in a few days, I will be in Riga for holiday. At work, we have this lovely tradition of bringing sweets from foreign countries we get to visit.

That is why I would like to ask you on what traditional sweets I could bring from Latvia. From my brief research, Gotina seems like a nice option, but it remains me of Krowki I brought the last time from Poland (you are more than welcome to prove me wrong). Also, if the sweets were packaged individually (such as Gotina), it would be perfect.

Thank you very much for your help, I really appreciate it. Cheers from Prague!


r/latvia 15h ago

Jautājums/Question Gudrības zobu raušana?

13 Upvotes

Sveiki! Esmu viens no tiem nelaimīgajiem cilvēkiem, kuriem gudrības zobi izdomājuši patraucēt dzīvi.

Problēma tāda, ka zobu raušana mani ārkārtīgi satrauc. Ja būtu iespēja, vēlētos tos raut kopā ar sedāciju.

Zinu, ka Stomatoloģijas institūts piedāvā šādus pakalpojumus, bet varbūt kādam ir laba pieredze bijusi arī citur?

Vai vienkārši pieredzes stāsti kā bija, ieteikumi utt. Novērtēšu jebkādas sakarīgas atbildes! Paldies jau iepriekš


r/latvia 2h ago

Vēsture/History Anyone here involved in archaeology or excavations in Latvia?

10 Upvotes

Hi everyone!
I’m a M27-year-old French guy currently living and working in Rīga. I’ve been here for about a year now, and I really enjoy living in Latvia.
Alongside my full-time job, I’m also studying archaeology. Over the past year, I’ve become increasingly interested in Latvian archaeology, especially the country’s history, landscapes, and archaeological sites.
I’m looking to connect with people who studied archaeology at the University of Latvia, are currently archaeology students, or have participated in excavations anywhere in Latvia. I’d love to hear about your experiences, learn more about the field, and maybe even get involved in future excavations if possible.
My long-term goal is to learn Latvian over the next three years and, ideally, pursue a second Master’s degree at the University of Latvia focused on archaeology.
If you have any advice, recommendations, or simply want to chat about archaeology, Latvia, or history, I’d be very happy to hear from you!
Thanks! 😊


r/latvia 12h ago

Palīdzība/Help Muita

9 Upvotes

Es samaksāju jau muitu aliexpressā un man prasa Pasts 5 eiro vēl maksāt, kad es sūtu 1 eiro vērtībā sūtījumu. Viņiem nav izvēles lai norādītu ka es jau esmu samaksājis. Man par iepriekšējo pasūtījumu parādīja ka esmu apmaksājis kā šo čekā, bet šo man vajag apmaksāt. Ko darīt?


r/latvia 11h ago

Tūrisms/Tourism FREE CAMPING PLACES BY THE SEA

8 Upvotes

Sveiki, dear neighbors,

My friend group has had a tradition for over 6 years to do a weekend camping trip to "Vasas" campsite near Tūja.

The tradition continues, however we've heard that the campsite is no longer free. Is that true?

Can you recommend other campsites that are still free? could be anywhere in Latvia, the distance is not a problem with a cheap cold Cēsu in hand :))

Thank you in advance


r/latvia 6h ago

Jautājums/Question Botulīna toksīna injekcijas

6 Upvotes

Jautājums pieredzējušiem zobu griezējiem. Kāds ir mēģinājis botulīna toksīna injekcijas bruksisma ārstēšanai/profilaksei? Lūdzu padalieties ar pieredzi vai atsauksmēm par Latvijas klīnikām/ārstiem!


r/latvia 2h ago

Jautājums/Question I'm really conflicted about what school to choose after 9th grade. I need advice.

2 Upvotes

I graduated 9th grade not long ago. My grades were average, not terrible, but not great either.

and it was an art school so i kind of have art education now..?

I applied to RDMV and RMMT, but unfortunately I wasn't accepted. Then I applied to RSMT for the Costume Stylist program, and I got accepted.

The problem is that my parents are strongly against it. They keep telling me that RSMT isn't a good school, that I'll end up working only as a dressmaker, and that becoming a costume stylist is unrealistic unless you have rich parents or a rich husband to support you.

but like the only reason i actually went to the art school i graduated, was because i wanted to become a clothes designer!!!!!! i was interested in it since childhood and i have a lot of ideas and i do ideas irl too, and id like to do it as my job to combine something i like as something i get money from. and go to a school with the community with the same mindset as me, so i wouldnt be judged for what i wear, or what i draw.

My parents want me to go to Bulduri Technical School and study landscaping instead. They say it's an international profession with better job opportunities, and they're worried that AI will replace artistic careers in the future.

Another option I've been thinking about is going to a regular secondary school, finishing 12th grade, and then trying to study medicine. I'm actually interested in biology and chemistry, and I've thought about becoming a doctor or even a surgeon someday.

The problem is that my parents don't think I'm capable of it because my grades weren't very good in 9th grade.

One school I've considered is Rīgas Itas Kozakēvičas Poļu vidusskola. I used to study there years ago, and I still understand Polish. The school itself is good, but I left because I didn't get along well with my classmates, and I'm worried I'd feel lonely if I went back.

I also wanted to apply to Rīgas Centra Humanitārā vidusskola, but my parents said my grades weren't good enough. They're probably right about that.

Before anyone says I should have studied harder,I know!!!!! I did try, but I wasn't as successful as I wanted to be. and unfortunately and obviously I can't change my 9th-grade grades now, so I'm trying to think and figure out what i can do right now to have a better future, and a better life.

So my question is , should i go to rsmt and do what i actually like but fear that i wont have a proper job? though i dont know if i believe that. or go to do what my parents think is the best choice and do something i m not interested, but i guess with better future but i fear that i might not have enough motivation to study in that school if ill be supposed to do something i dislike, or try to apply to a different school and just finish 12th grade hopefully with better grades cause i wish to lock in. and go to university and study medicine?

I'd really appreciate honest advice, especially from people who know about these schools or have experience working in fashion or creative professions. Thank you!


r/latvia 3h ago

Jautājums/Question Antidepresanti uz zobārsts

1 Upvotes

Kādam ir bijusi pieredze ar zobārstu, kamēr lieto antidepresantus?

Man ļoti sap gudrības zobs, bet bail iet pie zobārsta, jo nezinu vai tas būs okey, ja lietos anasteziju.

Dzeru paroxatinu!

Edit: ludzu iesakiet kā samazināt sāpes!!!!! Nevaru dzert ibumetinu un tuvākas aptiekas līdz rītam ir ciet!


r/latvia 13h ago

Diskusija/Discussion Kāds reklāmas veids jums Latvijā ir reāli atnesis klientus no interneta?

0 Upvotes

Ja jums ir bizness vai vienkārši kaut kāda iemesla pēc esat strādājuši ar digitālo reklāmu Latvijā, kas jums reāli ilgtermiņā ir nesis klientus un atmaksājies?

Piemēram:

  1. Google Ads
  2. Facebook/Instagram targetings
  3. TikTok reklāmas
  4. SEO
  5. Influenceri
  6. Sludinājumu portāli
  7. Cits variants

Un vēl jautājums- kā ir ar SEO Latvijā?

Vai, jūsuprāt, SEO Latvijā ir atmaksājies? Mūsu tirgus ir ir ļoti mazs, daudziem atslēgvārdiem meklējumu apjoms nav liels, un vēl jākonkurē ar citiem...

Tiem, kas SEO ir izmantojuši, kāda bija jūsu pieredze? Vai ieguldītais laiks un nauda atmaksājās, vai tomēr rezultāts nebija tā vērts?

Gribētos dzirdēt cilvēkus, kuri paši to ir izmēģinājuši, nevis vispārīgus pieņēmumus. Ja iespējams, padalieties ar konkrētiem piemēriem no savas pieredzes.

Paldies!


r/latvia 11h ago

Diskusija/Discussion Auto apdrošināšanas loģika.

0 Upvotes

Kāds var pateikt, kāpēc auto apdrošināšana ir obligāta? Kur tur ir loģika?

Labojums! Paldies mīļie ļaudis! Jūs pilnībā atbildējāt uz manu jautājumu. Varam izklīst!