Nicaraguan visa for Chilean citizens
A visa is NOT required for Chilean passport holders visiting Nicaragua for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Chilean citizens to enter Nicaragua for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Nicaragua e-visa for Chilean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nicaragua visa on arrival for Chilean citizens | Not Available | |
Nicaragua tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Chilean 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 Chile, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nicaragua nearest your place of residence.
- Santiago: The Embassy of Nicaragua in Santiago, Chile (Working hours: Open now. Close in 3 hours 49 minutes)
Nicaragua visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nicaragua diplomatic mission offices to Chile for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Chile traveling to Nicaragua from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Chile) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4,033 | N/A |
| 2009 | 4,380 | 8.60% |
| 2010 | 4,752 | 8.49% |
| 2011 | 4,982 | 4.84% |
| 2012 | 5,546 | 11.32% |
| 2013 | 5,776 | 4.15% |
| 2014 | 6,251 | 8.22% |
| 2015 | 6,514 | 4.21% |
| 2016 | 7,069 | 8.52% |
| 2017 | 8,399 | 18.81% |
| 2018 | 5,903 | -29.72% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nicaragua & Chile comparison
Nicaragua's area is approximately 120,340 km2 (46,463 sq mi), while the area of Chile is approximately 743,532 km2 (287,079 sq mi). This means Chile is 6.18 times bigger than Nicaragua.
As of November 2025, Nicaragua's population is ~7.0 million people - 12,922,416 fewer people than the population of Chile.
We have highlighted Nicaragua & Chile’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nicaragua | Chile | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,025,339 | 19,947,755 | 12.9 million fewer people live in Nicaragua than Chile |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 80 | 128 | Nicaragua has 48 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Chile. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 93 | 130 | Nicaragua passport holders visit 37 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 45 | 162 | Nicaraguan hosts 117 fewer foreign missions than Chile. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Chile travel to Nicaragua in one year?
The number of visitors from Chile visiting Nicaragua in 2018 was approximately 5,903.
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Useful Information
- Managua to Santiago: 5042.72 km (3133.40 mi)
- Travel time: 10 hours 30 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025