Q: What information do you need from me so I can obtain a quote for freight to Latvia ?
A: We would require the weight in kilos, the dimensions in centimetres (length x width x height) the collection postcode and the delivery postcode in Latvia.
Q: What is the best way to contact you for a quote for freight to Latvia ?
A: For the fastest reply, the best way to contact us is via email - operations@bfreight.co.uk - this email is monitored by our quotes team who will reply immediately.
You can also contact us by phone - 0044 (0)1277 655 553
Q: You are based in Essex but we are elsewhere in England, can you still cover my area ?
A: We have trucks empty daily across the UK in most major cities and happy clients all over the UK - the location of our office doesnt affect our UK coverage.
Q: Do you arrange shipments from / to private addresses in Latvia ?
A: We can take shipments to private addresses in Latvia but we only deliver to the kerbside, not up stairs in lifts etc.
Q: Do you do removals to Latvia ?
A: We DO NOT take baggage or household removals of furniture.
Q: Do you transport hazardous goods to Latvia ?
A: We do transport hazardous goods to Latvia but we will require to know the hazardous class, UN number, packing group and flashpoint to quote.
Q: Do you arrange frozen / refrigerated groupage shipments to Latvia ?
A: We DO NOT arrange frozen / refrigerated loads
Q: Do you arrange car transport to Latvia ?
A: We do not transport cars or vehicles to Latvia
Q: Can you arrange the paperwork for trans-shipments under EX1 ?
A: We can arrange EX1 forms for shipments transitting through other countries on their journey. We need to know that an EX1 form is required BEFORE quoting and bookings we can only do this via certain ports.
Q: Do you carry wines and spirits to Latvia ?
A: We do not carry wines and spirits to Latvia as it can cause delays to other urgent cargo on the vehicle
Q: Do you offer insurance for freight to Latvia ?
A: Full marine insurance is available on request, please add this with your quote request
Q: How do we open an account with your company ?
A: Call or email us for a credit application form, we normally require immediate payment on the first shipment but credit is given thereafter (depending on credit status).
FULL LOAD FREIGHT TO Latvia
We will discuss your needs and guide you through the decision process of finding a suitable full load truck / trailer combination for your freight to Latvia.
We can offer a huge variety of truck and trailer types for your load :
The name "Latvia" originates from the ancient Latgalians, one of four eastern Baltic tribes that formed the ethnic core of the Latvian people (ca. 8th-12th centuries A.D.). The region subsequently came under the control of Germans, Poles, Swedes, and finally, Russians. A Latvian republic emerged following World War I, but it was annexed by the USSR in 1940 - an action never recognized by the US and many other countries. Latvia reestablished its independence in 1991 following the breakup of the Soviet Union. Although the last Russian troops left in 1994, the status of the Russian minority (some 30% of the population) remains of concern to Moscow. Latvia joined both NATO and the EU in the spring of 2004.
LOCATION
Eastern Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea, between Estonia and Lithuania
The International country calling code of Latvia is +371
Latvia City Area Telephone Codes
+371 39 Bauska
+371 30 Jelgava
+371 40 Limbazi
+371 38 Saldus
+371 7 Riga NB: Riga is 7xxx xxx
(new 7 digit Local Numbers do not require an area code)
WHAT TIME ZONE IS Latvia IN ?
Latvia is in the Eastern European Time Zone. Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+2).
Does Latvia observe Daylight Saving / Summer Time?
Like most states in Europe, Summer (Daylight-Saving) Time is observed in Latvia, where the time is shifted forward by 2 hours; 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+3).
After the Summer months the time in Latvia is shifted back by 1 hour to Eastern European Time (EET) or (GMT+2)
MAP OF Latvia
DRIVING IN Latvia
Headlights must be lit at all times.
Drivers who have held their licence for less than two years must not exceed 80 km/h.
A warning triangle, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, and spare lights bulbs are essential equipment.
Children aged 12 years or more can sit in the front seat and must always wear a seat belt.
Seat belts are compulsory in front and rear seats.
Speed Limits
Latvia Speed Limits
KPH
MPH
Motorways
90-100
56-62
Open Roads
90
56
Built Up Area
50
31
Other Laws
Documentation: always carry your driving licence, vehicle registration document (V5), and certificate of motor insurance. If your licence does not incorporate a photograph ensure you carry your passport to validate the licence. If the vehicle is not registered in your name, carry a letter from the registered owner giving you permission to drive.
