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title: Nicaragua visa for citizens of Uruguay
description: Citizens of Uruguay can visit Nicaragua without a visa for up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Nicaragua visa for citizens of Uruguay

Citizens of Uruguay can visit Nicaragua without a visa for up to 30 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-Free with Tourist Card on Arrival
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 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. **Travel to Nicaragua** — Arrive at any Nicaraguan international airport or land border crossing with valid passport and onward ticket.
2. **Purchase Tourist Card** — At immigration control, pay the tourist card fee (cash, usually USD) to obtain entry permit.
3. **Present documents to immigration officer** — Hand over passport, tourist card, onward ticket, and answer entry questions. After approval, receive entry stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival.
- **Tourist card** (Travel): Purchased upon arrival at Nicaraguan port of entry.
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Nicaragua.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, credit card, or bank statement demonstrating ability to cover stay.
- **Accommodation proof (if requested)** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or host invitation letter may be requested.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended entry date.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Always carry a printed or digital return/onward ticket.
- **Insufficient funds for stay** — Carry cash or a credit card showing enough balance for the duration of visit.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Uruguay need a visa for Nicaragua?

Citizens of Uruguay can visit Nicaragua without a visa for up to 30 days. Visa type: Visa-Free with Tourist Card on Arrival.

### How long can citizens of Uruguay stay in Nicaragua?

Up to 30 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Uruguay need for Nicaragua?

Valid passport; Tourist card; Onward/return ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Accommodation proof (if requested).

### How long must my passport be valid for Nicaragua?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Nicaragua visa for every passport](/visa/nicaragua)
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