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Nicaragua visa for German citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by German citizens for Nicaragua, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at nicaraguaportal.de
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to Germany
NicaraguaGermany Visa-free, 90 days Germany 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.
German citizens planning a trip to Nicaragua can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 German citizens can stay in Nicaragua
German citizens may stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Nicaragua.
Nicaragua’s neighbours for German citizens
Costa Rica and Honduras admit German citizens visa-free.
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to Germany
Nicaraguan citizens can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Germany and Nicaragua.
Frequently asked questions
Do German citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
No visa is needed by German citizens for Nicaragua, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can German citizens stay in Nicaragua?
German citizens can stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days.
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for Germany?
Nicaraguan citizens can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can German citizens enter Nicaragua visa-free?
Yes, German 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.