United Kingdom
Nicaragua
Nicaragua visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens can visit Nicaragua without a visa for 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 the United Kingdom
NicaraguaUnited Kingdom Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom 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 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Nicaragua (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Nicaragua
British citizens may stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Nicaragua.
Nicaragua’s neighbours for British citizens
Costa Rica admits British citizens visa-free. Honduras requires British citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Nicaraguan citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
British citizens can visit Nicaragua without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Nicaragua?
British citizens can stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days.
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Nicaraguan citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
Can British citizens enter Nicaragua visa-free?
Yes, British 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.