Nicaragua visa requirements for Rwandans
Travel and visa requirements
Nicaraguan Visa is not required for Rwandans
Stay Duration: 30 days
Entry Requirements
- Rwanda citizens visiting Nicaragua are granted visa on arrival for a period of 30 days.
- Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to leave at least a blank page on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
- It is obligatory for visitors to declare $10,000 or more in cash on entry.
- There are no currency restrictions for visitors when departing the country.
- Visitors are expected to provide a certificate of yellow fever vaccination administered at least 10 days before travel in order to be permitted entry to Nicaragua.
- All visitors should have an onward or return ticket.
- Visitors must provide an evidence of funds to support visit to the country.
- The estimated flight time between Rwanda and Nicaragua is 14 hours.
- Medical Officials conduct a remote body temperature scan of all disembarking passengers from the airport in Managua, the country’s capital.
- A departure tax fee charged at $42 must be paid on exit.
- Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Nicaragua are severe even for the smallest quantity.
- Marijuana is illegal in Nicaragua, even with a prescription.
- The country is prone to natural disasters (earthquakes and Hurricanes) and as such visitors are advised to move to higher grounds when incidence occur.
- The major vehicles used for transportation in Nicaragua include Buses, ferries and moto-taxis called the caponeras.
- Nicaragua’s multi-ethnic population of six million includes people of indigenous, European, African, and Asian heritage.
- The main language is Spanish but the indigenous tribes on the Mosquito Coast speak their own languages and English.
- Nicaragua is also home to the second-largest rainforest of the American Continent.
- The rich variety of plants and animals, warm tropical climate and active volcanoes make Nicaragua an increasingly popular tourist destination.
- The country’s extensive forests, rivers and geography are suited for ecotourism.
- Northern Nicaragua is the most diversified region producing coffee, cattle, milk products, vegetables, wood, gold, and flowers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to Nicaragua?
Nicaragua is safe, even for solo travellers. It is been safe in the past and still has a lower crime rate than its neighboring countries.
How safe is driving in Nicaragua?
It is safe to drive in Nicaragua. However, I recommend avoiding night driving if possible. This is because there are farm animals, cars without lights, pedestrian and bicycles which can cause roads hazards.
Are there medical facilities in Nicaragua?
Yes, There are 32 public hospitals in Nicaragua, mostly located on the Pacific side of the country, and more specifically in Managua. The main hospital in Nicaragua is the Hospital Militar Dr. Alejandro Dávila Bolaños.