Norway recognizes Latvian citizens’ eID cards as valid travel documents

Norway has recognized Latvian citizens’ eID cards as valid travel documents, as the Foreign Affairs Ministry informed LETA.  Therefore, Latvian citizens can enter the Kingdom of Norway with personal identity cards (eID cards) issued in Latvia.

According to information provided in a note of May 22 from the Norwegian Embassy, Norway has adopted amendments to its legislation and has approved the personal ID card issued to the citizens of Latvia as a valid travel document.

The Foreign Ministry welcomes the decision by the Norwegian side.

Previously the Norwegian Embassy informed the Foreign Ministry on April 24 that Latvian citizens’ eID cards were not considered valid travel documents by Norway.

Source: Latviannews.lv - leta.lv

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