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Nicaragua visa on arrival

Visa-exempt visitors must obtain a US$10 tourist card on arrival unless they qualify for an exemption.

Ways to get a Nicaragua visa on arrival

  1. Tourist card

    Other permit

    Visa-exempt visitors must obtain the card unless they are exempt by citizenship or passport type.

    Fee
    US$10.

Who needs it

Citizens of visa-exempt countries must obtain a tourist card unless they qualify for an exemption.

Who doesn't

Citizens of El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras are exempt. Holders of diplomatic, official, service or special passports issued by any country are also exempt.

Good to know

  • This is a tourist card obtained on arrival. A separate visa-on-arrival programme is not described.
  • The card's validity and any separate stay allowance are not specified.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Nicaragua?

Citizens of visa-exempt countries must obtain a tourist card unless they qualify for an exemption. Citizens of El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras are exempt. Holders of diplomatic, official, service or special passports issued by any country are also exempt.

How much does a Nicaragua visa on arrival cost?

US$10.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for Nicaragua?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Nicaragua visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a visa on arrival for Nicaragua be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Nicaragua visa on arrival rules?

On Nicaragua's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in Nicaragua?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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