Wallis and FutunaNicaragua: Visa-free

Wallis and FutunaNicaragua

Do France passport holders need a visa for Nicaragua?

Visa-free

No. France passport holders do not need a visa to visit Nicaragua for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Wallis and Futuna does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a France passport. See the France passport.

Source: mint.gob.ni (checked September 2, 2026).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to Nicaragua108 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Nicaragua passport holders visiting Wallis and Futuna: Visa-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Do France passport holders need a visa for Nicaragua?

No. France passport holders do not need a visa to visit Nicaragua for tourism.

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.

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.