Nicaragua Visa Requirements
For 🇲🇽 Mexico passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A and B, typhoid recommended. Dengue and Zika present - use mosquito repellent.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Nicaragua is generally safer than its northern neighbors. Tourist areas like Granada, León, and San Juan del Sur are relatively safe. Be cautious in Managua. Political protests can occur - check current conditions. Petty theft exists; take normal precautions.
Money & Costs
Currency
C$ Nicaraguan Córdoba (NIO)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $25 · Mid: $60 · Luxury: $150+
Tipping
Tipping 10% is customary in restaurants. Tip tour guides and drivers.
Practical Info
Power
Type A, B, 120V
Driving
Right side
Emergency
118 (police), 115 (fire), 128 (Red Cross)
Getting There
Main Airports
Managua (MGA)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
November to April is dry season with warm, sunny weather ideal for beaches and volcanoes. May to October is rainy but lush, with fewer tourists. San Juan del Sur has consistent waves year-round.
Cultural Notes
Nicaraguans are proud and hospitable despite economic challenges. Revolutionary history is visible everywhere. Poetry is revered - Nicaragua produced Rubén Darío. Colonial cities showcase Spanish heritage. Family and faith are central.
Insider Tips
Nicaragua is one of Central America's most affordable countries. Chicken buses are cheap but crowded; tourist shuttles offer comfort. Córdobas are the currency but USD accepted everywhere. Spanish is essential outside tourist hubs.