Former Visa-on-Arrival (Now Visa Consultada Required)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- Several weeks
- Fee
- Varies by embassy
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
These countries previously had visa-on-arrival for $50 USD if holding valid US/Canada/Schengen visa. As of February 16, 2026, visa-on-arrival eliminated and replaced with visa consultada requirement. Cameroon, Haiti, India, Kenya, Pakistan, and Vietnam ordinary passport holders specifically mentioned.
Eligibility
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Visa history
Previously allowed visa-on-arrival for $50 USD if holding valid US, Canada, or Schengen visa. As of February 16, 2026, visa-on-arrival eliminated and replaced with visa consultada requirement.
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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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, employment letters; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Police clearance
Validity months: 36
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Visa Consultada Application
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare all documents including passport with valid US/Canada/Schengen visa.
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Document submission
Submit application to Nicaraguan embassy or consulate.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa consultada authorization from Managua.
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Visa collection
Collect visa from embassy.