Nicaragua
France
France visa for Nicaraguan citizens
Entry requirement
France admits Nicaraguan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at ni.ambafrance.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
French citizens travelling to Nicaragua
FranceNicaragua Visa-free, 90 days Nicaragua visa for citizens of France
Travel advice for France
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- 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 Nicaragua to France, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates France at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 20 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to France (updated 22 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for France (updated 28 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Nicaraguan citizens can stay in France
Nicaraguan citizens may stay in France for up to 90 days. Days in France count towards the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period across all member states.
France and the Schengen area
Visa-free stays of Nicaraguan citizens in France count towards the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period, shared with every other member state.
France’s neighbours for Nicaraguan citizens
Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Italy, Andorra, Monaco and Spain admit Nicaraguan citizens visa-free.
French citizens travelling to Nicaragua
Nicaragua admits French citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Nicaragua and France.
Frequently asked questions
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for France?
France admits Nicaraguan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Nicaraguan citizens stay in France?
Nicaraguan citizens can stay in France for up to 90 days, within the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180.
Do French citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
Nicaragua admits French citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Nicaraguan citizens enter France visa-free?
Yes, Nicaraguan citizens can enter France without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.