United States
Nicaragua
Nicaragua visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
US 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 · Confirm at consuladodenicaragua.com
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to the United States
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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.
For a trip from the United States 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 US citizens can stay in Nicaragua
US citizens may stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Nicaragua.
Nicaragua’s neighbours for US citizens
Costa Rica and Honduras admit US citizens visa-free.
Nicaraguan citizens travelling to the United States
Nicaraguan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
US citizens can visit Nicaragua without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Nicaragua?
US citizens can stay in Nicaragua for up to 90 days.
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for the United States?
Nicaraguan citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United States.
Can US citizens enter Nicaragua visa-free?
Yes, US 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.