Nicaraguan visa for French citizens
A visa is NOT required for French passport holders visiting Nicaragua for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For French citizens to enter Nicaragua for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Nicaragua e-visa for French citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nicaragua visa on arrival for French citizens | Not Available | |
Nicaragua tourist visa requirements:
- Holding French 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 France, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nicaragua nearest your place of residence.
- Paris: The Embassy of Nicaragua in Paris, France (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 17 minutes)
Nicaragua visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nicaragua diplomatic mission offices to France for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from France traveling to Nicaragua from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (France) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 30,888 | N/A |
| 2009 | 33,552 | 8.62% |
| 2010 | 36,396 | 8.48% |
| 2011 | 38,160 | 4.85% |
| 2012 | 42,480 | 11.32% |
| 2013 | 44,244 | 4.15% |
| 2014 | 47,880 | 8.22% |
| 2015 | 49,896 | 4.21% |
| 2016 | 54,144 | 8.51% |
| 2017 | 64,332 | 18.82% |
| 2018 | 45,216 | -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 & France comparison
Nicaragua's area is approximately 120,340 km2 (46,463 sq mi), while the area of France is approximately 547,557 km2 (211,412 sq mi). This means France is 4.55 times bigger than Nicaragua.
As of November 2025, Nicaragua's population is ~7.0 million people - 58,966,180 fewer people than the population of France.
We have highlighted Nicaragua & France’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nicaragua | France | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,025,339 | 65,991,519 | 59.0 million fewer people live in Nicaragua than France |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 80 | 267 | Nicaragua has 187 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with France. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 93 | 143 | Nicaragua passport holders visit 50 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 45 | 479 | Nicaraguan hosts 434 fewer foreign missions than France. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from France travel to Nicaragua in one year?
The number of visitors from France visiting Nicaragua in 2018 was approximately 45,216.
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Useful Information
- Managua to Paris: 9357.06 km (5814.21 mi)
- Travel time: 19 hours 29 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025