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You need a visa for Nicaragua if you have a Mauritanian passport

These visas exist for Nicaragua, but they cannot be applied for online with Mauritanian 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. Mauritanian 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 Mauritanian travellers

These rules apply specifically to Mauritanian 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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