NicaraguaUnited Kingdom: Visa required

NicaraguaUnited Kingdom

Do Nicaragua passport holders need a visa for United Kingdom?

Visa required

Yes. Nicaragua passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to United Kingdom.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: gov.uk (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance8,688 km, straight line (~10h 43m nonstop)

Visa-free access to United Kingdom114 of 228 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? United Kingdom passport holders visiting Nicaragua: Visa-free.

United Kingdom drives on the left, the opposite side to Nicaragua. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near United Kingdom

Nicaragua passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Nicaragua passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Nicaragua passport holders need a visa for United Kingdom?

Yes. Nicaragua passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to United Kingdom.

How far is United Kingdom from Nicaragua?

About 8,688 km in a straight line, roughly ~10h 43m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in United Kingdom?

British pound (GBP).

What is the emergency number in United Kingdom?

112 / 999.

Does United Kingdom drive on the same side of the road as Nicaragua?

United Kingdom drives on the left, the opposite side to Nicaragua. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is United Kingdom in?

London (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to London?

London City Airport (LCY), about 13 km away.

How many countries can enter United Kingdom without a visa?

114 of the 228 nationalities this site tracks can enter United Kingdom visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Nicaragua passport holders visit without a visa instead of United Kingdom?

Belgium, France, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Liechtenstein.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Nicaragua

Nicaragua, officially the Republic of Nicaragua, is a country in Central America, comprising 130,370 square kilometers (50,340 sq mi). With a population of 7,097,329 as of 2026, it is the third-most populous country in Central America after Guatemala and Honduras, and the largest by area in all of Central America.

CapitalManagua

RegionCentral America

Population7M

Area130,373 km²

CurrencyNicaraguan córdoba (1 USD ≈ 36.79 NIO)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+505

Drives on theright

TimezoneManagua (UTC-6)

Nearest airportAugusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA), 11 km

Emergency number115 / 118 / 120 / 128

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,173 (2025)

Tourist arrivals474K (2020)

Climate in Managua

Warmest April, coolest November, driest February, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, March, July, August, December.

Monthly climate normals for Managua, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	33°C	23.8°C	9mm	346h
February	34.1°C	23.9°C	4mm	337h
March	34.3°C	23.7°C	11mm	368h
April	36.3°C	24.7°C	6mm	356h
May	33.4°C	25.3°C	302mm	300h
June	30.5°C	24.7°C	173mm	293h
July	31.3°C	24.6°C	119mm	340h
August	31.3°C	24.8°C	143mm	310h
September	30.9°C	24.3°C	257mm	308h
October	29.8°C	24.2°C	302mm	274h
November	28.8°C	23.9°C	369mm	258h
December	31°C	23.4°C	20mm	338h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America by area and the least densely populated. Nicaraguans like to refer to their country as the "país de lagos y volcanes"; the country of lakes and volcanoes. And those are indeed striking features as Nicaragua contains the largest freshwater body in Central America, Lake Nicaragua or Cocibolca. Inside Lake Nicaragua the famed Volcano Concepcion on Ometepe rises to about a mile in altitude, but other volcanoes such as Momotombo or Mombacho are also impressive.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

León Cathedral
Ruínas de León Viejo

Upcoming public holidays

December 8, 2026Immaculate Conception

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 31, 2026New Year's Eve

Full source list on About.

About United Kingdom

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Northwestern Europe, off the coast of the continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a population of over 69 million in 2025. The UK includes the island of Great Britain, the north-eastern part of the island of Ireland, and most of the smaller islands within the British Isles, covering 94,354 square miles (244,376 km2). It shares a land border with the Republic of Ireland and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea and the Irish Sea, while maintaining sovereignty over the Crown Dependencies and the British Overseas Territories. The capital and largest city of England and the UK is London; Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast are the national capitals of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, respectively.

CapitalLondon

RegionNorthern Europe

Population69.5M

Area242,900 km²

CurrencyBritish pound (1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+44

Drives on theleft

TimezoneLondon (UTC+1)

Nearest airportLondon City Airport (LCY), 13 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites37

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$57,602 (2025)

Tourist arrivals11.1M (2020)

Climate in London

Warmest August, coolest December, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for London, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.4°C	3.8°C	59mm	127h
February	10.2°C	3.6°C	103mm	157h
March	10.8°C	3.1°C	45mm	229h
April	16.6°C	5.6°C	34mm	323h
May	19.1°C	7.8°C	5mm	397h
June	20.5°C	11.5°C	80mm	324h
July	21.7°C	12.9°C	47mm	320h
August	23.5°C	15.3°C	74mm	313h
September	20°C	11°C	25mm	266h
October	14.1°C	8.2°C	159mm	169h
November	12.4°C	5.9°C	48mm	141h
December	8.1°C	3°C	85mm	117h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a constitutional monarchy comprising most of the British Isles. It is a union of four constituent countries: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, each of which has something unique and exciting for visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Blaenavon Industrial Landscape
Blenheim Palace
Buildings and architecture of Bath
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd
Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape
Derwent Valley Mills
Durham Castle and Cathedral
Flow Country
Forth Bridge

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Saint Andrew's Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 28, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.