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Nicaragua visa for Rwandan citizens
Entry requirement
Nicaragua issues Rwandan citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Nicaragua visa?
Visitor entry (Libre visado and tourist card)
Key facts
- Fee
- US$10
For the tourist visa, Nicaragua’s official sources give a standard fee of US$10, and applications are made on visitanicaragua.com.
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to Rwanda
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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.
Rwandan 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 Rwandan citizens can stay in Nicaragua
Rwandan citizens may stay in Nicaragua for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Nicaragua.
How Rwandan citizens apply
Rwandan 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 Rwandan citizens
Costa Rica and Honduras require Rwandan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to Rwanda
Nicaraguan citizens receive their visa for Rwanda at the border; it covers up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Rwanda and Nicaragua.
Frequently asked questions
Do Rwandan citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
Nicaragua issues Rwandan citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
How long can Rwandan citizens stay in Nicaragua?
Rwandan 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 Rwanda?
Nicaraguan citizens receive their visa for Rwanda at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Can Rwandan citizens enter Nicaragua visa-free?
No; Rwandan citizens 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.