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Nicaragua travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Nicaragua with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Time difference | UK -6 hours |
Language(s) | Spanish |
Currency | Nicaraguan Cordoba |
Electricity | A + B plug (120V) |
Driving side | Right |
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Nicaragua weather
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The Nicaragua weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Managua.
Nicaragua travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Nicaragua from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Nicaragua - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Nicaragua - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Nicaragua - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Nicaragua - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Nicaragua - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Nicaragua - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Nicaragua.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Nicaragua travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Nicaragua with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Nicaragua - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Nicaragua - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Nicaragua - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Nicaragua, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Nicaragua covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Nicaragua with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Nicaragua - Ministry of Health, Nicaragua
- Coronavirus timeline in Nicaragua - Our World in Data
Nicaragua travel features
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Nicaragua FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Nicaragua including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Nicaragua due to Covid-19?
Nicaragua is open for tourism from the UK.
Negative PCR test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.
Check out Ministry of Health, Nicaragua for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Nicaragua?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Nicaragua. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Nicaragua and the UK?
The time difference between Nicaragua and the UK is UK time-6 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Nicaragua?
The main language spoken in Nicaragua is Spanish.
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What is the currency in Nicaragua?
The currency in Nicaragua is the Nicaraguan Cordoba (NIO).
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Which plugs are used in Nicaragua?
Nicaragua uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Nicaragua?
They drive on the right side of the road in Nicaragua.
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