Panama
Nicaragua
Nicaragua visa for Panamanian citizens
Entry requirement
Nicaragua admits Panamanian 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to Panama
NicaraguaPanama Visa-free, 90 days Panama 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 Panama 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 Panamanian citizens can stay in Nicaragua
Panamanian citizens may stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Nicaragua.
Nicaragua’s neighbours for Panamanian citizens
Costa Rica and Honduras admit Panamanian citizens visa-free.
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to Panama
Nicaraguan citizens can visit Panama without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Panama and Nicaragua.
Frequently asked questions
Do Panamanian citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
Nicaragua admits Panamanian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Panamanian citizens stay in Nicaragua?
Panamanian citizens can stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days.
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for Panama?
Nicaraguan citizens can visit Panama without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Panamanian citizens enter Nicaragua visa-free?
Yes, Panamanian 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.