EmbassyManagua
embassy of Costa Rica in Nicaragua, Managua
Data completeness70%
Address
Calle La Floresta, N°185, Managua
Phone
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 08:00-16:00
Source: Wikidata Q111081922 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Jun 3, 2026
Do citizens of Nicaragua need a visa for Costa Rica?
Visa required
Yes. Nicaragua passport holders need a visa for Costa Rica and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.
- Entry rule
- Visa required
- Length of stay
- Set by the visa
- Where to get it
- Embassy or consulate
- Last checked
- Nov 9, 2026
Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.
Costa Rica missions in Nicaragua
ConsulateChinandega
Consulate of Costa Rica, Chinandega
Data completeness80%
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 07:00-13:00
Source: OpenStreetMap
ConsulateManagua
Consulado de Costa Rica, Managua
Data completeness60%
Phone
Website
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Source: OpenStreetMap
Document checklist: Nicaragua → Costa Rica
General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
- Completed visa application form.
- Recent passport photos.
- Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
- Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
- Return or onward ticket.
Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.
Nicaragua missions in Costa Rica
- embassy of Nicaragua in Costa RicaEmbassy · San José · +506 2222-7896See all
- Consulado de la República de NicaraguaConsulate · Liberia · (+506) 2666-5184See all
- Vice Consulado de la República de NicaraguaConsulate · Los ChilesSee all
- Consulate · QuesadaSee all
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Nicaragua need a visa for Costa Rica?
Yes. Nicaragua passport holders need a visa for Costa Rica and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.
How long can citizens of Nicaragua stay in Costa Rica?
The length of stay is set by the visa that is issued.
Where is the Costa Rica embassy in Nicaragua?
The Costa Rica embassy in Nicaragua is located at Calle La Floresta, N°185, Managua.