Salvadorian visa for Nicaraguan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Nicaraguan passport holders visiting El Salvador for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Nicaraguan citizens to enter El Salvador for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | El Salvador e-visa for Nicaraguan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | El Salvador visa on arrival for Nicaraguan citizens | Not Available | |
El Salvador tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nicaraguan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in El Salvador.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from El Salvador.
If you are looking for El Salvador visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Nicaragua, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of El Salvador nearest your place of residence.
- Managua: The Embassy of El Salvador in Managua, Nicaragua (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
- Chinandega: The Consulate General of El Salvador in Chinandega, Nicaragua (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
El Salvador visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest El Salvador diplomatic mission offices to Nicaragua for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Nicaragua traveling to El Salvador from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Nicaragua) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 884 | N/A |
| 2009 | 649 | -26.58% |
| 2010 | 664 | 2.31% |
| 2011 | 730 | 9.94% |
| 2012 | 764 | 4.66% |
| 2013 | 835 | 9.29% |
| 2014 | 738 | -11.62% |
| 2015 | 861 | 16.67% |
| 2016 | 1,014 | 17.77% |
| 2017 | 1,081 | 6.61% |
| 2018 | 1,128 | 4.35% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
El Salvador & Nicaragua comparison
El Salvador's area is approximately 20,720 km2 (8,000 sq mi), while the area of Nicaragua is approximately 120,340 km2 (46,463 sq mi). This means Nicaragua is 5.81 times bigger than El Salvador.
As of October 2025, El Salvador's population is ~6.7 million people - 373,736 fewer people than the population of Nicaragua.
We have highlighted El Salvador & Nicaragua’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| El Salvador | Nicaragua | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,651,603 | 7,025,339 | 373736 fewer people live in El Salvador than Nicaragua |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 94 | 80 | El Salvador has 14 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Nicaragua. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 97 | 93 | El Salvador passport holders can visit 4 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 46 | 45 | Salvadorian hosts 1 more foreign missions than Nicaragua. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Nicaragua travel to El Salvador in one year?
The number of visitors from Nicaragua visiting El Salvador in 2018 was approximately 1,128.
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Today’s Forecast
| 25.67°C | ||
| Humidity | 94% | |
| Wind | 2.06 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 18:37 PM | |
Useful Information
- San Salvador to Managua: 380.44 km (236.40 mi)
- Travel time: 47 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025