According to statistics by Interpol and the United Nations, Nicaragua is one of the safest countries in the Americas, and the safest, after Costa Rica, in Central America.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the visa and passport requirements for travelers visiting Nicaragua?
All visitors need a passport valid for at least six months to enter Nicaragua. Upon arrival, U.S. citizens receive a 30-day or 90-day visa automatically.
Make a photocopy of the pages in your passport that have your photo and information. When you get the passport stamped in the airport, it’s a good idea to make a photocopy of that page as well after you get situated in your first hotel, and store the copies somewhere other than with your passport. This will facilitate things greatly if your passport ever gets lost or stolen. Also consider taking a copy of your health and medical evacuation insurance policy.
Are there any required inoculations?
No shots are required for U.S. citizens.
The entry tax is US $10, payable in US dollars or Córdobas. Checks and credit cards are not accepted. HAVE $10 CASH!!
Packing List for Nicaragua.....
Clothing: It will be hot. Cotton clothes are most comfortable. You don’t have to pack a change of clothes for each day. At your Nicaraguan home, they will do your laundry and will keep your clothing very clean.
Work clothes: Long pants, cotton shirts, comfy dresses, T-shirts, comfortable shoes, cotton socks, sunhat or caps (just think of comfy clothing during your summer at home). You may wear shorts if you wish.
Clothes for other occasions: Lightweight slacks or skirts, shirts and blouses, bathing suit, flip flops. As you are traveling during the rainy season (May through November), bring a poncho and/or buy locally an umbrella. Don’t forget your sleepwear!
Special equipment: Flashlight and extra batteries (sometimes the power might go out), camera, sunscreen, insect repellent, sunglasses, and carrying your laptop is really up to you. If you are a light sleeper, bring a pair of earplugs. At night and early morning, in the city of Granada, dogs might bark, you might hear buses start running early, and you could be awaken by the noise of the traditional gunpowder of religious celebrations, and the magical sound of bells from the churches (your rooms will not have any A/C, you will have fans).
Medications, health precautions: Bring all prescription medication you may need. If you are sensitive to insect bites, bring your prescription "bee sting kit." Bring whatever over-the-counter medications you might want (Tylenol, Pepto Bismol, etc), although, most of these are available at any local pharmacy. We also recommend that you bring a little bottle of antibacterial hand sanitizer, available in drug stores in the U.S., to carry in your purse or daypack at all times.
Money belt: Like all countries, Nicaragua does not escape from having some thieves. We recommend a money belt, which you can tie around your waist under your clothes and zips shut. Funny packs are not recommended as they are very vulnerable to being snatched. Although credit cards can be widely used, we recommend that you bring your basic spending money in cash, in bills no larger than $50 or $20. (dollars are accepted everywhere). Please do not bring Traveler’s Checks! They are useless in Nicaragua!
Credit Cards: if you bring any credit cards, make sure you leave copies of your credit card numbers and telephones with your parents at home. You should have this information readily available in case you loose any of your credit cards during your trip.
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