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Nicaragua visa for citizens of the Gambia

Entry requirement

Visa on arrival up to 30 days

Citizens of the Gambia receive their visa for Nicaragua at the border; it covers up to 30 days.

Maximum stay
30 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index

Which Nicaragua visa?

All visa types for Nicaragua

Nicaragua’s tourist visa costs US$10 at the standard rate published by its authorities; the official site for it is visitanicaragua.com.

Nicaraguan citizens travelling to the Gambia

NicaraguaGambia Visa required Gambia visa for citizens of Nicaragua

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 the Gambia 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.

Good to know

How long citizens of the Gambia can stay in Nicaragua

Citizens of the Gambia may stay in Nicaragua for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Nicaragua.

How citizens of the Gambia apply

Citizens of the Gambia receive the visa for Nicaragua at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.

Nicaragua’s neighbours for citizens of the Gambia

Costa Rica and Honduras require citizens of the Gambia to obtain a visa in advance.

Nicaraguan citizens travelling to the Gambia

Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for the Gambia, obtained before travel.

Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of the Gambia need a visa for Nicaragua?

Citizens of the Gambia receive their visa for Nicaragua at the border; it covers up to 30 days.

How long can citizens of the Gambia stay in Nicaragua?

Citizens of the Gambia can stay in Nicaragua for up to 30 days with a visa on arrival.

How much does the Nicaragua tourist visa cost?

Nicaragua’s official sources give a standard fee of US$10 for the tourist visa.

Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for the Gambia?

Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for the Gambia, obtained before travel.

Can citizens of the Gambia enter Nicaragua visa-free?

No; citizens of the Gambia need a visa on arrival in Nicaragua.

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.