Nicaraguan visa for South African citizens
A visa is NOT required for South African passport holders visiting Nicaragua for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Nicaragua for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Nicaragua e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nicaragua visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Nicaragua tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nicaragua nearest your place of residence.
- Recife: The Consulate General of in Recife, ~ 6484.39 kilometers (4029.21 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
- Rio de Janeiro: The Consulate General of in Rio de Janeiro, ~ 6530.29 kilometers (4057.73 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now Lunch time ).
Nicaragua visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nicaragua diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Nicaragua from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7,121 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7,736 | 8.64% |
| 2010 | 8,391 | 8.47% |
| 2011 | 8,798 | 4.85% |
| 2012 | 9,794 | 11.32% |
| 2013 | 10,201 | 4.16% |
| 2014 | 11,039 | 8.21% |
| 2015 | 11,504 | 4.21% |
| 2016 | 12,483 | 8.51% |
| 2017 | 14,832 | 18.82% |
| 2018 | 10,425 | -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 & South Africa comparison
Nicaragua's area is approximately 120,340 km2 (46,463 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 10.08 times bigger than Nicaragua.
As of November 2025, Nicaragua's population is ~7.0 million people - 56,079,107 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Nicaragua & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nicaragua | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 7,025,339 | 63,104,446 | 56.1 million fewer people live in Nicaragua than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 80 | 124 | Nicaragua has 44 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 93 | 67 | Nicaragua passport holders can visit 26 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 45 | 197 | Nicaraguan hosts 152 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Nicaragua in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Nicaragua in 2018 was approximately 10,425.
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- Managua to Pretoria: 11653.76 km (7241.31 mi)
- Travel time: 24 hours 16 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025