Nicaraguan visa for Australian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Australian passport holders visiting Nicaragua for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Australian citizens to enter Nicaragua for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Nicaragua e-visa for Australian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nicaragua visa on arrival for Australian citizens | Not Available | |
Nicaragua tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Australian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Nicaragua.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Nicaragua.
If you are looking for Nicaragua visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Australia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nicaragua nearest your place of residence.
- Auckland: The Consulate General of in Auckland, ~ 2306.37 kilometers (1433.11 mi) away from Canberra, Australia. (Working hours: Close now).
- Manila: The Consulate General of in Manila, ~ 6284.40 kilometers (3904.94 mi) away from Canberra, Australia. (Working hours: Close now).
Nicaragua visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nicaragua diplomatic mission offices to Australia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Australia traveling to Nicaragua from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Australia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 29,944 | N/A |
| 2009 | 32,527 | 8.63% |
| 2010 | 35,284 | 8.48% |
| 2011 | 36,994 | 4.85% |
| 2012 | 41,182 | 11.32% |
| 2013 | 42,892 | 4.15% |
| 2014 | 46,417 | 8.22% |
| 2015 | 48,371 | 4.21% |
| 2016 | 52,490 | 8.52% |
| 2017 | 62,366 | 18.82% |
| 2018 | 43,834 | -29.71% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nicaragua & Australia comparison
Nicaragua's area is approximately 120,340 km2 (46,463 sq mi), while the area of Australia is approximately 7,682,300 km2 (2,966,151 sq mi). This means Australia is 63.84 times bigger than Nicaragua.
As of November 2025, Nicaragua's population is ~7.0 million people - 19,979,038 fewer people than the population of Australia.
We have highlighted Nicaragua & Australia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nicaragua | Australia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,025,339 | 27,004,377 | 20.0 million fewer people live in Nicaragua than Australia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 80 | 136 | Nicaragua has 56 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Australia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 93 | 130 | Nicaragua passport holders visit 37 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 45 | 319 | Nicaraguan hosts 274 fewer foreign missions than Australia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Australia travel to Nicaragua in one year?
The number of visitors from Australia visiting Nicaragua in 2018 was approximately 43,834.
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Useful Information
- Managua to Canberra: 23923.21 km (14865.19 mi)
- Travel time: 49 hours 50 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025