Nicaragua Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements
Visa Requirement Map
Passport Mobility Over Time
Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.
| Year | Mobility Score | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 73 | 78 |
| 2021 | 99 | 78 |
| 2022 | 123 | 78 |
| 2023 | 124 | 77 |
| 2024 | 125 | 75 |
| 2025 | 126 | 68 |
| 2026 | 121 | 80 |
Nicaragua: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 118th out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingSpanish
- 15th out of 20 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingPresidential Republic
- 15th out of 57 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 78th out of 159 countries
- CELAC RankingCELAC Countries
- 24th out of 33 countries
- G77 RankingG77 Countries
- 34th out of 132 countries
Key Destination Access
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
Visa-free travel is available.
About Nicaragua
Nicaragua is located in Central America, bordered by Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south. The country has a long coastline on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. It is known for its large lakes, such as Lake Nicaragua, and a chain of volcanoes. The landscape ranges from tropical lowlands to mountainous regions.
Daily life for many Nicaraguans revolves around family and community ties. Local markets are vibrant centers where people buy fresh food and goods. Music, especially marimba and folk dances, plays a role in celebrations. The rhythm of life is often more relaxed outside the bustling capital of Managua.
Nicaragua participates in regional organizations like the Central American Integration System. The country has maintained diplomatic relations with nations across the globe. Economic development is a persistent focus amid challenges such as infrastructure gaps. Agriculture, including coffee and sugarcane, along with tourism, contributes significantly to the economy.