Visa-Free Countries for Nicaragua Passport Holders in 2026

In 2026, Nicaragua passport holders can enter 72 destinations visa-free, and 81 more with a visa on arrival or an e-visa, out of the 198 destinations documented by IziVisas. The lists below are grouped by entry regime, click any destination for the full requirements (documents, fees, processing times).

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Visa-free (72)No visa formality for a short stay.
Visa on arrival (27)Issued at the airport or border desk, on the same day.
E-visa (54)Online application before departure: from a few minutes to a week depending on the portal.
Consular visa (45)Application at the embassy or visa centre: from a few days to several weeks (15 days as a rule for a Schengen visa, up to 45).

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Visa-free destinations for Nicaragua citizens (72)

Nicaraguans can enter 72 destinations without a visa, with a valid passport only. For example: France (90 days per 180-day period), Spain (90 days per 180-day period) and Italy (90 days per 180-day period). 49 of 72 verified against the destination's official list.

Entry with just a valid passport, within the stay limit shown.

Visa on arrival for Nicaragua citizens (27)

For Nicaraguans, 27 destinations issue the visa at the border or airport, with nothing to file before departure. For example: Egypt, Bangladesh (30 days) and Burundi (30 days). 12 of 27 verified against the destination's official list.

The visa is issued directly at the border or airport, no application needed beforehand.

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E-visa destinations for Nicaragua citizens (54)

For Nicaraguans, 54 destinations require an e-visa applied for online before departure. Each destination page links the official portal we have found: intermediary sites often charge more. For example: Thailand (60 days), United Arab Emirates and Indonesia (60 days). 25 of 54 verified against the destination's official list.

An electronic authorization applied for online before departure, usually within days.

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Consular visa required for Nicaragua citizens (45)

For Nicaraguans, 45 destinations require a visa obtained from an embassy or consulate before travel. For example: United States, Morocco and United Kingdom. 13 of 45 verified against the destination's official list.

A visa must be obtained from an embassy or consulate before travelling.

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Coming up: announced entry rules

Kazakhstan: QazETA electronic travel authorisationMandatory from 1 July 2027
Free for visa-exempt travellers, to be requested in the QazETA app at least 72 hours before entry (Government Decree No. 890 of 10 October 2026). Checks start on 1 November 2026. Official app guide
Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website

Recorded changes

Latest recorded change on October 28, 2026.

Djibouticurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedvisa on arrival → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Vanuatucurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Solomon Islandscurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Fijicurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 28, 2026
Antigua and Barbudacurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 23, 2026
Turkmenistancurrent regime: e-visaShort-stay (tourism)eligibility rules updatedconsular visa → e-visaOctober 22, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

How many countries can Nicaragua passport holders visit visa-free in 2026?▾

In 2026, Nicaragua passport holders can enter 72 destinations visa-free. Counting the 81 destinations reachable with a visa on arrival or an e-visa, 153 of the 198 destinations documented by IziVisas are easy to access.

Do citizens of Nicaragua need a visa for Canada?▾

Yes, a visa is required: citizens of Nicaragua apply at the embassy or consulate before departure.

Do citizens of Nicaragua need a visa for Japan?▾

Yes, a visa is required: citizens of Nicaragua apply at the embassy or consulate before departure.

Do citizens of Nicaragua need a visa for the United Kingdom?▾

Yes, a visa is required: citizens of Nicaragua apply at the embassy or consulate before departure.

How do you get a visa for destinations that require one?▾

For an e-visa, you apply online before departure. For a consular visa, the application is filed at the destination’s embassy or consulate. Each destination page here details the documents, fees and processing times, and an online provider such as iVisa can simplify the process.

How many destinations require a consular visa for Nicaragua citizens?▾

45 destinations require a consular visa for Nicaragua citizens: the visa must be obtained before departure from an embassy or consulate.

Does the passport ranking for Nicaragua change?▾

Yes. Visa exemptions evolve with bilateral agreements and migration-policy changes: the number of visa-free destinations can go up or down. IziVisas re-checks its data regularly and this page is refreshed daily.

Which European countries can Nicaragua passport holders visit without a visa?▾

Visa-free: Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland and 29 more. With a visa on arrival or an e-visa: Ukraine. The others require a consular visa.

Which countries in the Americas can Nicaragua passport holders visit without a visa?▾

Visa-free: Argentina, Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala and 9 more. With a visa on arrival or an e-visa: Antigua and Barbuda, Colombia, Guyana, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and Suriname. The others require a consular visa.