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VenezuelaNicaragua: Visa required

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Do Venezuela passport holders need a visa for Nicaragua?

Visa required

Yes. Venezuela 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 of2026-10-19
    Distance1,828 km, straight line (~2h 39m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Nicaragua108 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Nicaragua

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

Other visa-free destinations for Venezuela passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Venezuela passport holders need a visa for Nicaragua?

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

How far is Nicaragua from Venezuela?

About 1,828 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 39m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Nicaragua?

Nicaraguan córdoba (NIO).

What is the emergency number in Nicaragua?

115 / 118 / 120 / 128.

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 Venezuela passport holders visit without a visa instead of Nicaragua?

Panama, Jamaica, Colombia, Mexico, Haiti, Bahamas.

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.