Nicaraguan visa for Colombian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Colombian passport holders visiting Nicaragua for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Colombian citizens to enter Nicaragua for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nicaragua e-visa for Colombian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nicaragua visa on arrival for Colombian citizens | Eligible | |
Nicaragua tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Colombian 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 Colombia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nicaragua nearest your place of residence.
- Bogota: The Embassy of Nicaragua in Bogota, Colombia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 22 minutes)
Nicaragua visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nicaragua diplomatic mission offices to Colombia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Colombia traveling to Nicaragua from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Colombia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 515 | N/A |
| 2009 | 559 | 8.54% |
| 2010 | 607 | 8.59% |
| 2011 | 636 | 4.78% |
| 2012 | 708 | 11.32% |
| 2013 | 737 | 4.10% |
| 2014 | 798 | 8.28% |
| 2015 | 832 | 4.26% |
| 2016 | 902 | 8.41% |
| 2017 | 1,072 | 18.85% |
| 2018 | 754 | -29.66% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nicaragua & Colombia comparison
Nicaragua's area is approximately 120,340 km2 (46,463 sq mi), while the area of Colombia is approximately 1,109,500 km2 (428,380 sq mi). This means Colombia is 9.22 times bigger than Nicaragua.
As of November 2025, Nicaragua's population is ~7.0 million people - 46,605,228 fewer people than the population of Colombia.
We have highlighted Nicaragua & Colombia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nicaragua | Colombia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,025,339 | 53,630,567 | 46.6 million fewer people live in Nicaragua than Colombia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 80 | 164 | Nicaragua has 84 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Colombia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 93 | 94 | Nicaragua passport holders visit 1 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 45 | 135 | Nicaraguan hosts 90 fewer foreign missions than Colombia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Colombia travel to Nicaragua in one year?
The number of visitors from Colombia visiting Nicaragua in 2018 was approximately 754.
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Useful Information
- Managua to Bogota: 1370.49 km (851.59 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 51 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025