Philippines
Nicaragua
Nicaragua visa for Filipino citizens
Entry requirement
Filipino citizens can get a visa on arrival in Nicaragua, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
Which Nicaragua visa?
Visitor entry (Libre visado and tourist card)
Key facts
- Fee
- US$10
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 Philippines
NicaraguaPhilippines Visa-free, 30 days Philippines 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.
For a trip from the Philippines to Nicaragua, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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 10 December 2025) 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 Filipino citizens can stay in Nicaragua
Filipino citizens may stay in Nicaragua for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Nicaragua.
How Filipino citizens apply
Filipino citizens 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 Filipino citizens
Costa Rica admits Filipino citizens visa-free. Honduras requires Filipino citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to the Philippines
Nicaraguan citizens do not need a visa for the Philippines: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
Frequently asked questions
Do Filipino citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
Filipino citizens can get a visa on arrival in Nicaragua, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Filipino citizens stay in Nicaragua?
Filipino citizens 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 Philippines?
Nicaraguan citizens do not need a visa for the Philippines: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
Can Filipino citizens enter Nicaragua visa-free?
No; Filipino citizens need a visa on arrival in Nicaragua.
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.