Data of interest
The name Nicaragua comes from an aboriginal word, of Nahuatl root, with which the narrow territory that today separates Lake Cocibolca from the Pacific Ocean was called during the Spanish conquest. It was taken from the cacique who dominated that territory at the arrival of the first conquerors: Nicarao. The term also came to be applied, by extension, to the tribe that occupied that region: Los Nicaraguas or Niquiranos.
15 Departments and 2 Autonomous Regions
Spanish is the official language of the State. The languages of the Communities of the Caribbean Coast of Nicaragua will also have official use in the cases established by law.
Nicaragua is a secular country.
Córdoba (exact exchange rate consult in https://www.bcn.gob.ni/). US dollars are accepted in all commercial establishments.
Airlines: American Airlines Spirit Airlines , United Airlines,Avianca, Cup, Aeromexico,y The Coastal (domestic flights)
Tropical climate, there are two seasons: dry (November – April) and rainy (May – October). The average climate is warm, oscillating around 31 °C.
Time zone is: GMT–‐6:00
Electricity is 110V 60 Hz, using the same type of plug with two horizontal lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Entry protocols to Nicaragua
Since July 21, 2023, Nicaragua has not asked travelers for a Covid-19 vaccine card or a negative RT-PCR result for Covid.
What else do I need?
You must present a passport valid for more than 6 months or an immigration document recognized by Nicaragua; carry an entry visa if required or a residence card and comply with the procedures and fees established for immigration clearance.
What does a tourist pay when arriving in Nicaragua?
Every foreigner upon entering the country must pay an amount of US$ 10.00 dollars or its equivalent in national currency as a tourist card. Citizens of the CA-4 Convention countries (Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala and Nicaragua) are exempt from this tariff.
Vaccines
The General Health Law and its reforms, for the control and prevention of diseases, establishes for entering the country in relation to the International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever, that all travelers from a country with risk of transmission of the disease, According to the list of the World Health Organization, WHO, it is required to present a yellow fever vaccination certificate or card.
They will not present an international yellow fever vaccination certificate:
- Travelers who transit through a country at risk of transmission.
- People from countries without risk of transmission, who remain in Panama for no less than 24 hours.
- Children under 1 year old or over 60 years old.
- Supported by medical evidence for pregnant women, lactating women, people with egg allergies and altered immunity.
You can fly to Managua via Miami, Houston, Ford Lauderdale, San Salvador, Costa Rica, Mexico and Panama with avianca.com, spirit.com, united.com, aeromexico.com, Copa Airlines y Sansa.
Note: In Nicaragua you can fly locally using the airline The Coastal.
Since July 21, 2023, Nicaragua has not asked travelers for a Covid-19 vaccine card or a negative RT-PCR result for Covid.
Yes, all our country borders are open for entry.
Where can I get there by land?
The border posts are El Guasaule, Chinandega; Las Manos, Nueva Segovia; El Espino, Madriz; Peñas Blancas, Rivas; and San Pancho in Río San Juan.
And by air?
Through the Augusto C. Sandino International Airport, located in the capital Managua.
Non-nationals must complete an immigration form en línea. It is recommended to complete it at least 7 days before your arrival.
Contacts
If you are in Nicaragua and need help, do not hesitate to dial the following telephone lines
White cross: 128
Firefighters:115
Police: 118
International Airport: 2276 9180
minsa : 2264-7630, 2264-7730, Ext: 1388
Migration and Foreign Affairs: 2251-2271 / 2251-2272
National Port Company: 2222-2059 / 2268-0252
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 2244-8000 / 2244-8007