United States passport → Nicaragua

Nicaragua visa for citizens of the United States

Visa-freeTourist Card (90 days)

Citizens of the United States can visit Nicaragua without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free · Tourist Card (90 days)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Single entry
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Arrive at entry point
Proceed to immigration at airport or land border.
2
Purchase tourist card
Pay the fee at the immigration counter.
3
Present passport and card
Hand over passport and tourist card to officer.
4
Receive entry stamp
Officer stamps passport with entry date and duration.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.

Financial

Tourist card purchase fee
Payable upon arrival (typically ~$10-20 USD).

Good to know

Part of CA-4 agreement: total stay in CA-4 countries cannot exceed 90 days.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months.

Inability to pay tourist card fee

Carry sufficient USD or local currency.

FAQ

Do citizens of the United States need a visa for Nicaragua?

Citizens of the United States can visit Nicaragua without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Tourist Card (90 days).

How long can citizens of the United States stay in Nicaragua?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of the United States need for Nicaragua?

Valid passport; Tourist card purchase fee.

How long must my passport be valid for Nicaragua?

At least 6 months.

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