Standard + Mini group 10

Russian Language Academy BORN

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Course description

Mini Group course is an excellent combination of Standard course with 10 extra lessons per week in a Mini Group class. Mini Group class - in a class of maximum 5 students you will benefit from more individual attention from your teacher. Mini group course will help to improve your fluency in Russian language quickly and effectively in the shortest possible time.

Standard Russian course (20 lessons per week) covers all aspects of the language and aims to develop students' communicative efficiency in the shortest possible time. During this course students will acquire all 4 language skills: reading, writing, speaking, listening and the use of grammar. Teachers will use reading or listening to stimulate discussion and writing to consolidate the language practice.

Minimum enrolment: 1 week;
Course intensity: 30 lessons per week
Starting dates: every Monday;
Levels: Beginners to Intermediate;
Students number per class: Standard Russian - maximum 8 (summer - up to 10) , average 4-6 students per class, Mini Group Russian - maximum 5, average 3-4 students per class.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
30 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
18 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 05 May 2025, 18 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

Russian Language Academy does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon session
01:30 PM - 03:45 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Riga to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 3 students
Maximum 5 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 35 years old
(27 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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Reviews

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"Great!"

Feodora Douplitzky-Lunati, student from France

I had an excellent teacher (Andrei) who really helped improve my confidence while speaking. I greatly improved my comprehension skills, because he talked to us solely in Russian. We usually did one grammar lesson every day or every two days, and then did activities to help make us use that knowledge. During every class, everyone could chime in and use their newfound knowledge. We usually ended class with a game or fun activity to make us enjoy speaking Russian.

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Date of study
29 Jul 2024 - 2 Aug 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"The language course for teachers was very beneficial for me."

Laura Paljakka, student from Finland

I was in a language course for teachers in July for one week. Teacher and classes were very beneficial and good. Schools location was excellent - in the city center near the Old town. We had one extra activity during the week - an Old city tour. Our quide was excellent. I stayed in a russian-speking family during my staying in Riga. I liked i t a lot and it really helped me to improve my language skills. I really recommend language course for teachers!

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My ratings for this school

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Date of study
3 Jul 2023 - 7 Jul 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Really helped my confidence in Russian"

Megan Peers, student from UK

The school is in a great environment to learn Russian in as the classes are organised in a way that you are with people of a similar ability to you and it is very easy to move classes to fit your level. The teachers are also extremely patient when you are struggling and the classes are always challenging without being overwhelming. Overall, I felt my confidence speaking Russian and my understanding of the topic we covered (verbs of motion) improved during my two weeks at the school.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
22 Aug 2022 - 2 Sep 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Loved every minute of my language learning experience"

Samuel Bartleet-cross, student from Afghanistan

After finishing my second year of online Russian evening classes with a local university I decided to try a week course with the 10 extra group sessions at the Russian language Academy Durbe in Riga and booked a hotel for my time there. Prior to arriving I had a phone call to test my Russian skills and was provided with information about the school, how to locate it, what time to arrive and their policies. Once I had arrived in Latvia the language school was located in an easily accessible place with a couple of minutes walk to a nearby mall, train station and other public transport. The school is easy to find following the guidance on the documentation on the documents sent prior to my arrival.

The staff were welcoming and I was given an introduction to the school and informed there is a once a week free excursion to be given a 2 hour tour of the city in Russian, which was actually moved until later in the day so more people could attend, which I was grateful for as I had classes all day. The lessons themselves were well structured and I was provided with a textbook to follow along with during class which has the tasks for home work given at the end of each days lessons. Instruction by the teacher was given initially in Russian at A2 level and further explanations were in many cases provided with gesticulation/ body movement (for verbs of motion), then pictorial answers. If an understanding could not be gained then a brief English explanation was given. The task given involved games, verbal answers, and brief written exercises. Upon Joining the class I found the Russian only approach very challenging, but within 3 days I was settling in and my listening comprehension increased very rapidly due to the easily understood explanations and engaging lessons.

I found the school to be really accommodating as I initially struggled as it was the first time primarily being taught in Russian and I found the pace quick including the group lesson, however, the school tailored my additional lessons quickly arranging one to one lessons to support me and these helped me keep up in class and by the end of the week I felt so much more comfortable in the language and wished I had booked more time there!

The school also advertised additional excursions you could attend throughout the week at a cost and also advertised local events such as the church tour and the beer festival which was a really good opportunity to socialise with people I had met on the course and try local produce.

Overall I would highly recommend this school to anyone learning Russian, the staff are welcoming, accommodating and have a wealth of information on activities to do locally in your free time, I will be back for a longer time to study in the future.

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Date of study
23 May 2022 - 27 May 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Everything went as expected"

Ricardo García, student from Spain

Everything at Durbe School went according to plan. The staff and teachers are excellent people and professionals. After the course, I have improved my speaking skills in the Russian language.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
6 Sep 2021 - 17 Sep 2021
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"It was really a good choice!"

Andrea Demská, student from Slovakia

To start with the location of the school, it couldn´t be better, it was close to almost all the important places including the railway and bus stations, right in the centre of the town. It was convenient during the lunch break, too.
As for the school, I found the school stuff very kind and helping, always in a good mood and ready to solve all your problems.
My teacher was highly professional - one of the best I have ever had in my life.
Facilities were quite satisfying, there was everything that we needed. I personally prefered individual activities with some other students and it was good.
As for the housing I was very pleased to stay in such a beautiful house with a very nice lady of my age, It was a good oportunity
to talk to her in Russian, she helped me a lot to improve the language.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
14 Aug 2017 - 25 Aug 2017
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"I FELT I MADE GOOD PROGRESS IN A WEEK"

Laurence Gregut ép. O'Donnell, student from France

At first I could only understand a few Russian words, as I had learned it by myself. I had never heard Russian spoken at a normal speed. I really thought I could never adapt to the level, but I persevered and after the second day, I was able to understand it a lot more even though all the explanations were given in Russian.
Speaking in a foreign language was forbidden in class, which is a good idea because we were obliged to speak in Russian.
Just after one week(18 hours), I was able to understand much better, to answer and to communicate in Russian in basic daily conversations.
It was a very good experience, I should probably had studied more outside after class, I only studied about an hour and a half every day.
The teacher was very professional and very helpful.
I was only there for a week so I started in the middle of the course and it was difficult to adapt because the others students had been there for weeks. Given that the teacher had already covered three quarters of the book, it would have been useful to have had the manual before the beginning of the course.
I really felt I made good progress in just a week and I am really glad I did it.

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Date of study
4 Apr 2016 - 8 Apr 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Safe and easy."

David Louis Gonzalez, student from USA

The classes were small so I got a lot of practice speaking. Any problem that came up with my residence or anything was dealt with immediately by the school's staff. Riga is a safe and easy city to go around.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
1 Feb 2016 - 26 Feb 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"The experience in the language school helped me a lot with my Russian."

Valerie V., student from Austria

I really liked my teacher, and it was good we had the same teacher every day, so you didn't have to get to know another teacher each day.
Another positive aspect was the little bit of homework we got each day, because this way the things we learned in the morning were able to settle a little more.
The location of the school is perfect, it is right next to the train station, and it only took 2 minutes to get to the old city center.

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
7 Jul 2014 - 25 Jul 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"A very good school for those who have some command of Russian and are looking to increase their knowledge of the language."

Melanie Mierzejewski, student from USA

While I do believe this school can provide appropriate instruction for true Russian language beginners, they have some very skilled instructors that can help those who are familiar with the language perfect their linguistic abilities. The intensive one on one instruction offered in the afternoons is excellent for those quickly looking to pick up a language.

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Duration of study
12 weeks
Date of study
4 Jun 2012 - 24 Aug 2012
Age group
35 - 49
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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Housing

Russian Language Academy offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast

£ 186
weekly
Age range: 16 - 70 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Riga
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 30 - 60 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 12:00 PM
£ 186
A Russian Host Family Stay can be your ideal accommodation choice. If you wish to experience the Russian lifestyle and practice the language in an informal atmosphere – choose to stay with a Russian Host Family! Host families live within easy access to the school by public transport - 30-50min away.

What does a typical Russian host family look like? In some cases, this term does not mean a traditional married couple with children. Selecting Russian host families, above all else, Russian Language Academy BORN looks for someone who is sociable, likes to meet new people and can give you a warm welcome during your linguistic stay.

As a general rule, the host families will talk to you during meals and are patient and understanding. As a result of your host family’s hospitality, interest, and attentive atmosphere, you will be able to adapt more effectively to your new linguistic and cultural environment.

The school approves and vets all of the host family’s accommodation. Certain staff members at Russian Language Academy BORN personally know all the families and their individual living specifics. There are regular check-ins to monitor the standards of the families, as well as questionnaires you receive at the beginning and at the end of your course. Four options are available: a single or twin room, breakfast only or half board.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

£ 248
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Riga
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, free internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 30 - 60 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 12:00 PM
£ 248
A Russian Host Family Stay can be your ideal accommodation choice. If you wish to experience the Russian lifestyle and practice the language in an informal atmosphere – choose to stay with a Russian Host Family! Host families live within easy access to the school and city center and are usually located either in Riga or the seaside city of Jurmala.

What does a typical Russian host family look like? In some cases, this term does not mean a traditional married couple with children. Selecting Russian host families, above all else, Russian Language Academy Durbe looks for someone who is sociable, likes to meet new people and can give you a warm welcome during your linguistic stay.

As a general rule, the host families will talk to you during meals and are patient and understanding. As a result of your host family’s hospitality, interest, and attentive atmosphere, you will be able to adapt more effectively to your new linguistic and cultural environment.

The school approves and vets all of the host family’s accommodation. Certain staff members at Russian Language Academy Durbe personally know all the families and their individual living specifics. There are regular check-ins to monitor the standards of the families, as well as questionnaires you receive at the beginning and at the end of your course. Four options are available: a single or twin room, breakfast only or half board.

Executive Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast

£ 248
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Riga
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, tV room, and other
Distance to school: 30 - 60 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 12:00 PM
£ 248
* Executive Host Family – offers high-quality accommodation either within walking distance from the school or (at maximum) 50 minutes by public transport. Priority for placement at an Executive Host family is given to the students who choose Intensive (25+) or Individual (at least 20 lessons per week) courses.

A Russian Host Family Stay can be your ideal accommodation choice. If you wish to experience the Russian lifestyle and practice the language in an informal atmosphere – choose to stay with a Russian Host Family! Host families live within easy access to the school and city center and are usually located either in Riga or the seaside city of Jurmala.

What does a typical Russian host family look like? In some cases, this term does not mean a traditional married couple with children. Selecting Russian host families, above all else, Russian Language Academy Durbe looks for someone who is sociable, likes to meet new people and can give you a warm welcome during your linguistic stay.

As a general rule, the host families will talk to you during meals and are patient and understanding. As a result of your host family’s hospitality, interest, and attentive atmosphere, you will be able to adapt more effectively to your new linguistic and cultural environment.

The school approves and vets all of the host family’s accommodation. Certain staff members at Russian Language Academy Durbe personally know all the families and their individual living specifics. There are regular check-ins to monitor the standards of the families, as well as questionnaires you receive at the beginning and at the end of your course. Four options are available: a single or twin room, breakfast only or half board.

Executive Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

£ 319
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Riga
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, free internet, tV room, and other
Distance to school: 30 - 60 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 12:00 PM
£ 319
* Executive Host Family – offers high-quality accommodation either within walking distance from the school or (at maximum) 50 minutes by public transport. Priority for placement at an Executive Host family is given to the students who choose Intensive (25+) or Individual (at least 20 lessons per week) courses.

A Russian Host Family Stay can be your ideal accommodation choice. If you wish to experience the Russian lifestyle and practice the language in an informal atmosphere – choose to stay with a Russian Host Family! Host families live within easy access to the school and city center and are usually located either in Riga or the seaside city of Jurmala.

What does a typical Russian host family look like? In some cases, this term does not mean a traditional married couple with children. Selecting Russian host families, above all else, Russian Language Academy Durbe looks for someone who is sociable, likes to meet new people and can give you a warm welcome during your linguistic stay.

As a general rule, the host families will talk to you during meals and are patient and understanding. As a result of your host family’s hospitality, interest, and attentive atmosphere, you will be able to adapt more effectively to your new linguistic and cultural environment.

The school approves and vets all of the host family’s accommodation. Certain staff members at Russian Language Academy Durbe personally know all the families and their individual living specifics. There are regular check-ins to monitor the standards of the families, as well as questionnaires you receive at the beginning and at the end of your course. Four options are available: a single or twin room, breakfast only or half board.
student-residence

Student residence (on-campus) - Single-person room (ensuite) - No meals

£ 266
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: Raina bulv. 31, Riga, Latvia
Location: In the city center of Riga
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 2 - 5 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 12:00 PM
£ 266
Residential accommodation in Riga
Spend your Russian immersion holidays in Riga with comfort. Our Russian language school offers safe and cozy student in-house residence accommodation in the very city center of Riga, just 5 minutes walking distance from Old Town! You will find it in the same building as the school, on the 3rd floor with a separate entrance.

Residence Specifics
Comfortable 2 en-suite bedroom apartment with a shared kitchen
Fully functioning kitchen with everyday appliances
Washing machine, a refrigerator, and microwave
Free Wi-Fi
TV set
Location Specifics
If you want a little more privacy – choose our residence accommodation in Riga, as it is definitely a comfortable and safe option. Be close to the city center and many of the major tourist attractions! There is the National Opera House directly across the street, as well as the Central Train Station and Bus Station. Nearby you’ll find Riga’s Old Town, with parks and numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops.

Security deposit
The security deposit of 200 EUR to be paid at least 5 days before your arrival. For an easy process, you will receive a secure payment link to make an online payment with a credit card (please make sure you have a valid Visa or Mastercard). You will receive a refund to your card within 10 working days after your departure. As well as after we confirm there is no damage found in the accommodation after inspection.

Arrival and Departure
Standard residence accommodation in Riga length is from Sunday to Sunday. For a complimentary arrival transfer from Riga International Airport, please book your flight between 12:00 and 22:00 for Sunday. For late arrivals, a transfer fee of 40 EUR applies. Please note that you should schedule your departure for Sunday before 12:00 PM. If you wish to arrive earlier or depart later than Sunday, an extra night costs a full week’s rate.

Important information about residential accommodation in Riga
The residence has a boiler for heating, as well as for hot water. In case the boiler suddenly doesn’t work, Russian Language Academy will arrange for a repair works for the nearest working day.
Upon your arrival you will have two sets of bed linen – you’re welcome to change and wash it at your convenience. Residence cleaning is done not less than once a month by the school’s staff and when necessary – more frequently.
In addition, you can also book this residence accommodation in Riga for individual use. For instance, if you decided to come to Latvia with your family, a friend or a partner. Please visit this page for further details.
Minimum age required for this accommodation option is 18 y/o.
Smoking is strictly prohibited.
apartment

Shared Flat - Single-person room - No meals

£ 266
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Riga
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 15 - 25 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 12:00 PM
£ 266
The Shared Flat in Riga offers the best of accommodation needs for your comfortable stay! It is located in the heart of Riga city center at Brivibas street Nr. 93. After recent renovations, it’s in the best shape it has ever been! So there you will find a modern interior, with wooden floors and new furniture, decorated with simple functionality providing a comfortable atmosphere. You will have an excellent living environment to help you focus on your studies and relax after classes or exciting excursions.

Shared Flat Specifics
Five comfortable bedrooms. The twin bedroom accommodation is available upon request if you arrive with a friend or partner
Fully functioning kitchen with a cozy dining room. Certainly, use the opportunity for extra practice of your Russian Language speaking skills with fellow students. For instance, by preparing food together, studying or having heart-to-heart evening talks
Free Wi-Fi
Two bathrooms
Washing machine available for your needs
Location Specifics
Thanks to the convenient location, the accommodation is just a 15-20 minute walk from the Russian Language Academy Durbe or a short (7-8 minute long) bus ride. The closest bus and trolleybus stop is 50m away from the building’s entrance. Therefore, you can easily take any of the buses Nr. 3, 16, 21, 40, or trolleybus Nr. 17 to reach the academy in just 3 stops.

Use the chance to taste delicious meals in the numerous cafes and restaurants located nearby. For example, buy healthy and fresh seasonal food, as well as traditional Latvian delicacies at a small marketplace named “Matisa tirgus”. Furthermore, do your weekly grocery shopping in the popular and cheap convenience store “Elvi” directly across the street from the flat. Moreover, you will also find the “Janis Roze” bookstore nearly, local restaurant “Lauvas Nams” that is open 24/7, and other interesting shops.

Security deposit
Please make the security deposit of 200 EUR at least 5 days before your arrival. For an easy process, you will receive a secure payment link to make an online payment by a credit card (please make sure you have a valid Visa or Mastercard). The deposit is returned back to your card within 10 working days after your departure. As well as after we confirm there is no damage found in the accommodation after inspection.

Arrival and Departure
Standard accommodation length is from Sunday to Sunday. For a complimentary arrival transfer from Riga International Airport, please book your arrival flight between 12:00 and 22:00 for Sunday. For late arrivals, a transfer fee of 40 EUR applies. Please arrange your departure flight to be on Sunday before 12:00 PM. If you wish to arrive earlier or depart later than Sunday, we charge a full week’s rate for the extra night.

Important
The flat has central city heating, as well as hot and cold water. Therefore, please pay attention that Russian Language Academy Durbe is not responsible and does not compensate expenses in case the water/heating is turned off by the house-manager due to technical reasons.
Upon your arrival you will have two sets of bed linen. You’re welcome to change as well as wash it at your convenience. Flat cleaning is done not less than once a month by the school’s staff and when necessary – more frequently.
Minimum age required for this accommodation option is 18 years of age
Smoking is strictly prohibited.
hotel

3+ star hotel - Single-person room - Breakfast

£ 337
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: Kalēju iela 9/11, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Riga, Latvia
Location: In the city center of Riga
Housing type: 3-star hotel
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 5 - 8 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Sunday, before 12:00 PM
£ 337
If you wish to stay at a hotel during your Russian language course in Riga – Rixwell Hotel Konventa Sēta 3+* will be just right for you! You’ll find the hotel in the city center of Riga, in the heart of the Old Riga. Nearby you will find: Russian Language Academy, the Central Railway Terminal, Riga Central Market, Latvian National Opera, Mikhail Chekhov Russian Theatre. Moreover, for your preference there are three shopping malls to choose from: Origo, Gallerija Centrs and Stockmann. All the significant Old Town’s cultural and historical sites are only a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

Rixwell Hotel Konventa Sēta is located between Kaleju Street and Skarnu street in one of the most ancient quarters of Riga. The hotel has 141 rooms and 5 conference and banquet rooms. The building complex is also classified as a national architectural monument – a touch of the local history! Standard single room is decorated in a classic style and bright colors. The room provides comfortable furnishings and a private bathroom. You’ll also have a free Wi-Fi, luggage room, laundry service as well as ironing equipment available upon necessity.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 100 € when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Riga based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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