Canada
Nicaragua
Nicaragua visa for Canadian citizens
Entry requirement
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Nicaragua: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to Canada
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Travel advice for Nicaragua
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Canada to Nicaragua, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Nicaragua (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Canadian citizens can stay in Nicaragua
Canadian citizens may stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Nicaragua.
Nicaragua’s neighbours for Canadian citizens
Costa Rica and Honduras admit Canadian citizens visa-free.
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to Canada
Nicaraguan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Nicaragua: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Nicaragua?
Canadian citizens can stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days.
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for Canada?
Nicaraguan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Canada.
Can Canadian citizens enter Nicaragua visa-free?
Yes, Canadian citizens can enter Nicaragua without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.