Americas
Nicaragua
- Capital
- Managua
- Population
- 7,007,502
- Currency
- Nicaraguan Córdoba (NIO)
- Calling code
- +505
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- 40missions
- 32embassies
- 4consulates
- 2honorary consulates
Nicaragua
Embassies and consulates in Nicaragua
embassies in Managua
Diplomatic missions from 36 countries are based in Nicaragua, 40 missions in all (32 embassies, 4 consulates, 2 honorary consulates and 2 other offices). All 32 embassies are in the capital, Managua. Consulates are also found in León and Chinandega.
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All missions in Nicaragua
Other cities in Nicaragua
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Outside Managua, missions are found in León (1) and Chinandega (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Costa Rica 3 -
Spain 2 -
South Korea 2
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Argentina 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
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Chile 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Colombia 1 embassy1 - Costa Rica 1 embassy · 2 consulates3
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Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Dominican Republic 1 embassy1 -
El Salvador 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Guatemala 1 embassy1 -
Honduras 1 embassy1 -
Iran 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Libya 1 embassy1 -
Luxembourg 1 embassy1 -
Malta 1 embassy1 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 consulate1 -
Palestine 1 embassy1
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Panama 1 embassy1 -
Paraguay 1 consulate1 -
Peru 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 honorary consulate1 - South Korea 1 embassy2
- Spain 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2
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Sweden 1 embassy1 -
Taiwan 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Uruguay 1 embassy1 -
Venezuela 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Nicaragua
Nicaragua visa guide · 6 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 89 can enter visa-free, 73 get a visa on arrival and 36 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Nicaragua.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Nicaragua
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 57 | 38 | 5 | 11.6% | 44.7% |
| 2024 | 40 | 32 | 6 | 15.8% | 50.0% |
| 2025 | 60 | 53 | 0 | 0.0% | 34.0% |
By Schengen state, 2025
Schengen consulates in Nicaragua received 60 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 53 visas. 0.0% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate fell by 15.8 points from 15.8% in 2024, a clear improvement for applicants. Applications rose by 50% compared with 2024 (40).
Most applications went to Spain (45), Germany (8) and Italy (7).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Nicaragua.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Nicaragua
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 14,739 | 14,288 |
| Student (F, M) | 242 | 227 |
| Exchange (J) | 135 | 129 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 1,419 | 1,596 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 736 | 669 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 84 | 61 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 148 | 61 |
| Other | 7 | 4 |
| Total | 17,510 | 17,035 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 58.7% | 53.2% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 17,035 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Nicaragua, the 62nd highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 84%, work and treaty visas 9% and transit and crew visas 4%. That is 3% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (17,510).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Nicaragua received 6,270, 25% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 53.2% for citizens of Nicaragua in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 58.7%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Nicaragua’s own missions abroad
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Nicaragua’s embassies abroad (37)
In the other direction, Nicaragua runs 37 missions in 26 countries. Its largest networks are in Costa Rica (4), France (3), the United States (3), Belgium (2) and Germany (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Nicaragua
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Immaculate Conception
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Eve
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New Year's Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 32 embassies are in the capital, Managua. Costa Rica has the most missions in Nicaragua, 3, followed by Spain (2) and South Korea (2).
Travel advice for Nicaragua
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Nicaragua: the US State Department rates Nicaragua at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 13 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Nicaragua (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Nicaragua (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Nicaragua?
Costa Rica, with 3 missions, followed by Spain (2).
Do I need a visa for Nicaragua?
Of 198 passports, 89 can enter visa-free, 73 get a visa on arrival and 36 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Nicaragua; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Nicaragua closed?
On Nicaragua’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Immaculate Conception on Tuesday 8 December 2026.