About the Nicaragua Digital Nomad Visa
Nicaragua offers the No dedicated digital nomad visa. CA-4 Tourist Entry (shared with Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras) for short stays. for non-resident remote workers and self-employed professionals. The program lets eligible applicants live in Nicaragua for CA-4 tourist stay: 90 days shared across Nicaragua, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras. Extendable for additional 30–90 days at immigration office. Pensioner residence available for those with passive income. while working remotely for clients or employers based outside the country.
Applicants typically need to demonstrate stable monthly income of at least the income required by the program, valid health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Check the official source for renewal options.
Tax-wise, Nicaragua treats digital nomad visa holders distinctly from local residents — see the Taxes section below for the full picture.
Requirements & Eligibility
Income
No minimum income for CA-4 tourist entry. Must show adequate funds for stay (typically USD $300–$500 shown in cash or card). No remote work visa framework.
Documents needed
- CA-4 entry: valid passport (6+ months validity)
- proof of accommodation
- sufficient funds (typically $300+ in cash/card at border/airport immigration)
- return or onward ticket (border agents may request).
How to Apply for the Nicaragua DNV
Processing time: CA-4 tourist entry: immediate on arrival. Extension: a few days at Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería.
- 1FOR DIGITAL NOMADS:
- 2Most Western nationalities enter Nicaragua under the CA-4 Agreement for up to 90 days. Note: US-Nicaragua relations are currently tense — verify current visa and entry policies before traveling.
- 3Enter via Managua (MGA) international airport or official land borders. Pay USD $13 airport tax + USD $2 tourism fee.
- 4For longer stays: apply for extension (30–90 days) at Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería, Managua.
- 5To reset 90-day clock: exit CA-4 zone (Costa Rica or Honduras border — but Honduras shares CA-
- 6— for a full reset, travel to Costa Rica or beyond.
- 7Residency as Pensioner/Retiree (Pensionado): for those receiving USD $600+/month in passive income — grants permanent residency.
- 8Check current US State Department travel advisory before visiting — Nicaragua–US relations affect entry policies for some nationalities.
Application fees: CA-4 entry fee: USD $13 airport entry tax (for air arrivals at Managua International Airport) + USD $2 tourism fee. Some land borders: USD $3–$12 entry fee. Extension fees: approximately NIO 500 (~USD $14).
Official sourceVisa Duration & Renewal
Initial duration: CA-4 tourist stay: 90 days shared across Nicaragua, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras. Extendable for additional 30–90 days at immigration office. Pensioner residence available for those with passive income.
Renewal: Not guaranteed for this visa. Confirm renewal terms with the official source.
Taxes for Digital Nomads in Nicaragua
Non-residents: taxed only on Nicaragua-sourced income. Tax residency after 180 days/year. Progressive income tax up to 30% on Nicaragua-sourced income. Nicaragua uses the Nicaraguan Córdoba (NIO). No digital nomad tax regime.