Description

Swiss citizens do not need to apply for a visa in advance to enter Nicaragua for tourism or short visits. Instead, they pay a tourist entry fee upon arrival at international airports or official border crossings. This entry is normally valid for up to 90 days. Nicaragua is also part of the CA-4 Border Agreement (with El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras), allowing travelers to move freely between the four countries using a single entry stamp during the 90-day period.

Our Travel Authorisation Nicaragua service helps Swiss citizens prepare with the correct documentation, understand local requirements, and plan their travel across Nicaragua and the CA-4 region.

Visa process and timing:
On arrival, Swiss travelers present their passport, pay the tourist entry fee of about US $10 (cash, typically in US dollars), and receive an entry stamp. Immigration usually grants a stay of up to 90 days. Extensions can be requested at the General Directorate of Migration in Managua before the initial period expires. Travelers planning to move within the CA-4 region should note that time spent in neighboring countries counts toward the same 90-day limit.

Entry requirements for Swiss citizens include:

A Swiss passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the stay
Payment of the tourist entry fee (about US $10)
Return or onward travel ticket
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
Evidence of sufficient funds for the trip

Health and insurance requirements:
No vaccinations are required for direct travel from Switzerland. However, travelers coming from or transiting through yellow fever risk countries must show a valid vaccination certificate. Vaccinations for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and typhoid are recommended. Malaria prophylaxis may be advisable for visits to certain regions. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended, as healthcare services vary in quality and private treatment can be costly.

Customs and border rules:
Travelers may bring personal goods duty-free within reasonable limits. Import of weapons, narcotics, and some agricultural items is prohibited. Carrying more than US $10,000 in cash requires a declaration. Importing drones or professional filming equipment requires prior authorization.

Stay limits and extensions:
Swiss citizens may stay up to 90 days under the entry stamp. Extensions can be granted for an additional fee through local immigration offices. For work, study, or residence, Swiss travelers must apply for the appropriate visa or permit.

Nicaragua offers Swiss travelers vibrant colonial cities, volcanic landscapes, and Caribbean and Pacific coastlines. With our Travel Authorisation Nicaragua service, visitors receive detailed guidance on entry procedures, health preparation, and customs rules for a smooth journey.