Do Canadian passport holders need a visa for Nicaragua?
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How we checkNo visa. Canadian passport holders visit Nicaragua visa-free for up to 90 days.
The Government of Canada lists a tourist visa as not required for stays of up to 90 days, set by the officer at your first CA-4 entry point. Customs officials may ask for a return or onward ticket and proof of funds, and your passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond your departure date.
Source: Government of Canada, Travel advice. Checked Oct 3, 2026See the source
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days
- Canada: "Tourist visa: not required for stays of up to 90 days". An extension of up to 90 days can be requested before the first stay expires.
- Passport validity
- 6 months beyond departure
- "Your passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Nicaragua."
- Onward ticket and funds
- May be asked
- Customs officials may ask for a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds.
- Pre-registration
- Business, study, volunteering
- Nicaraguan authorities recommend pre-registering at least 7 days before departure if you travel for those purposes.