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Saint Kitts and NevisNicaragua: Visa required

Saint Kitts and NevisNicaragua

Do Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders need a visa for Nicaragua?

Visa required

Yes. Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Nicaragua.

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

Source: migob.gob.ni (checked December 18, 2019).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance2,594 km, straight line (~3h 33m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Nicaragua108 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Nicaragua passport holders visiting Saint Kitts and Nevis: eTA.

Nicaragua drives on the right, the opposite side to Saint Kitts and Nevis. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Nicaragua

Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

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Frequently asked questions

Do Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders need a visa for Nicaragua?

Yes. Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Nicaragua.

How far is Nicaragua from Saint Kitts and Nevis?

About 2,594 km in a straight line, roughly ~3h 33m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Nicaragua?

Nicaraguan córdoba (NIO).

What is the emergency number in Nicaragua?

115 / 118 / 120 / 128.

Does Nicaragua drive on the same side of the road as Saint Kitts and Nevis?

Nicaragua drives on the right, the opposite side to Saint Kitts and Nevis. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Nicaragua in?

Managua (UTC-6).

What is the nearest airport to Managua?

Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA), about 11 km away.

How many countries can enter Nicaragua without a visa?

108 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Nicaragua visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Saint Kitts and Nevis passport holders visit without a visa instead of Nicaragua?

Honduras, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Belize, Panama.

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.