Nicaragua

Government Travel Advisories for Nicaragua

United States

Avoid Non-Essential Travel — U.S. government employee travel restrictions U.S. government employees working in Nicaragua are generally not allowed to drive after dark due to safety risks. These include inadequate street lighting and poor road conditions. However, they are allowed to drive at all times in Managua and on Carretera Masaya between Managua and Granada. U.S. government employees working in Nicaragua are not allowed

United Kingdom

Exercise Increased Caution — There is no resident British diplomatic mission in Nicaragua, and FCDO cannot give in-person support. If you need emergency help or have passport-related issues, contact the British Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica , via this contact form . Replacement travel documents may take up to 4 weeks longer than normal to reach you. No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide.

Canada

Exercise Increased Caution — Exercise a high degree of caution in Nicaragua due to the political situation, the potential for civil unrest and crime.

New Zealand

Exercise Increased Caution — From 16 February 2026, travellers using a New Zealand passport require a visa to enter or transit Nicaragua. There are more significant safety or security concerns than you would usually find in New Zealand because of violent crime and possible civil unrest. Murder, armed robbery, and sexual assault happen in Nicaragua. Gang violence can happen at hotels, bus terminals, beaches and markets. Don’t

Germany

Exercise Increased Caution — Exercise a high degree of caution in Nicaragua.

France

Exercise Increased Caution — Exercise a high degree of caution in Nicaragua.

Netherlands

Exercise Increased Caution — Caution: safety risks in Nicaragua.

Japan

Exercise Increased Caution — Nicaragua