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You need a visa for Nicaragua if you have a Bissau-Guinean passport

These visas exist for Nicaragua, but they cannot be applied for online with Bissau-Guinean nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Nicaragua Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Bissau-Guinean citizens need a visa for Nicaragua. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Nicaragua may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
  • Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
  • Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
  • Return flight or onward travel itinerary
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Completed visa application form

Entry requirements for Bissau-Guinean travellers

These rules apply specifically to Bissau-Guinean passport holders entering Nicaragua as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Nicaragua. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Nicaragua.

    Nicaragua Ministry of the Interior Last checked 2026-07-16
  • Recommended

    Recommended vaccinations for Nicaragua

    Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.

    CDC - Nicaragua Last checked 2026-07-16
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Nicaragua

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Nicaragua.

    Last checked 2026-07-16
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Nicaragua.

    Last checked 2026-07-16
  • May be required

    Visa may be required for transit

    Travelers may be required to obtain a visa to transit through Nicaragua. Travelers should contact their nearest Nicaragua embassy or consulate for further details.

    Last checked 2026-07-16
  • Recommended

    Recommended immigration form before arrival (for non-Tourists)

    Travelers visiting Nicaragua for purposes other than Tourism (such as for Business, Study, or Volunteering) are recommended to complete an immigration form before traveling to Nicaragua.

    • This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nicaraguan citizens.
    Nicaragua Ministry of Interior Last checked 2026-07-16
  • Recommended

    Recommended immigration form before exiting Nicaragua (for non-Tourists)

    Travelers visiting Nicaragua for purposes other than Tourism (such as for Business, Study, or Volunteering) are recommended to complete an immigration form before departure from Nicaragua.

    • This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nicaraguan citizens.
    Nicaragua Ministry of Interior Last checked 2026-07-16

A look at Nicaragua

  • Managua cityscape with Lake Managua and volcanic mountains in the background
    Managua - The vibrant capital city on the shores of Lake Managua
  • Leon Cathedral UNESCO World Heritage Site with white colonial architecture
    Leon Cathedral - The largest cathedral in Central America and UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • San Juan del Sur beach with fishing boats and surrounding hills
    San Juan del Sur - Nicaragua most popular beach destination on the Pacific coast
  • Masaya Volcano with active lava crater glowing at night
    Masaya Volcano - One of the few accessible active volcanoes in the world

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