Temporary Work Visa / Work Permit
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 2 weeks to 7 months (typically 6-7 months)
- Fee
- €60 (Temporary), €100 (Permanent)
- Validity
- 1 year, renewable up to 3 years
- Entry
- Single entry
Two types: Temporary Work Visa (€60, valid 1 year) and Permanent Work Visa (€100). Temporary residence permits valid for 1 year, renewable annually up to 3 years. After 3 years, must apply for permanent residency. Employer must demonstrate no qualified local workers available.
Eligibility
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Employment
Must have job offer from Nicaraguan employer willing to sponsor the work permit. Employer must demonstrate no qualified local workers available.
Required status: Job offer from Nicaraguan employer
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-style photographs
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: Proof of no communicable diseases
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Work Visa Application Form
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain employment contract and employer sponsorship letter.
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Document submission
Submit temporary residence application with work permit to Dirección de Migración y Extranjería.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing (6-7 months typical).
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Visa collection
Collect approved work permit and residence card.