Vietnam Visa for Nicaraguan Citizens: E-Visa Cost in Córdobas and Steps
Vietnam visa for nicaraguan citizens: ordinary passports need a visa, usually the 90-day e-visa from $47 (approx. NIO 1,732). Córdoba prices, Managua cut-offs.
Nicaraguan citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for Vietnam, so the Vietnam visa for Nicaraguan citizens is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. NIO 1,732) all-in through us for single entry. Nicaragua appears on a Vietnamese exemption list, but only for diplomatic and official passports. This page covers the e-visa, prices in córdobas, urgent cut-offs in Managua time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
Managua is thirteen hours behind Vietnam, so the Vietnamese working day runs from 19:00 the evening before to 5:00 in your morning. Orders placed in your evening reach Vietnam as its day begins, and the table below shows why.
Vietnam visa for Nicaraguan citizens at a glance:
| Visa-free? | No, not for ordinary passports |
| Usual visa | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. NIO 1,732) single, $82 (approx. NIO 3,022) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 1:15 in Managua, delivered by 5:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Nicaraguan citizens with an ordinary passport need a visa for any stay in Vietnam, and the e-visa is the usual route.
Nicaragua's row on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs exemption list (published June 30, 2025, checked October 2026) is marked under Diplomatic and under Official/Service/Special, with a 30-day stay. The Ordinary column is empty, and Nicaragua is absent from the later 45-day lists.
That 30-day stay is shorter than the 90 days of the e-visa. For the general rules, see Do I need a visa for Vietnam?
Visa for Vietnam from Nicaragua: the e-visa
A visa for Vietnam from Nicaragua is nearly always the e-visa. It lets Nicaraguan citizens stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15. It covers holidays, family visits and short business trips.
The Vietnam e-visa for Nicaraguan passport holders works at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026). You apply online from Central America, so there is no trip to a consulate, and you carry the approved PDF with your passport.
Vietnam visa Nicaragua: e-visa cost in córdobas
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 (approx. NIO 1,732) through us for single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first, with an approximate figure in Nicaraguan córdobas.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. Nicaraguan córdobas at 1 USD = 36.86 NIO (xe.com, October 10, 2026). Your card is charged in USD and your bank converts it.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. NIO 1,732) | $82 (approx. NIO 3,022) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. NIO 2,543) | $98 (approx. NIO 3,612) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. NIO 3,391) | $116 (approx. NIO 4,275) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. NIO 3,649) | $123 (approx. NIO 4,533) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. NIO 4,349) | $150 (approx. NIO 5,529) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. NIO 6,229) | $212 (approx. NIO 7,814) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. NIO 9,583) | $285 (approx. NIO 10,504) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. NIO 9,214) | $280 (approx. NIO 10,320) |
A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one. We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25 (approx. NIO 921), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Vietnam visa for Nicaraguan citizens: urgent cut-offs in Managua time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, or 19:00 in Managua.
| Order cut-off | Managua time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 1:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 2:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 4:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 5:00 |
Example: you order on Monday at 20:00 in Managua, which is 9:00 on Tuesday in Vietnam. Emergency arrives by 21:30, Super Urgent by 22:30 and Same day by 5:00 on Tuesday, all in Managua time. Ordered on Tuesday at 3:00 instead (16:00 in Vietnam), Emergency still arrives by 4:30, but Super Urgent and Same day have passed their cut-offs: Super Urgent arrives at 22:00 and Same day on Wednesday at 1:00.
The weekend window starts at Friday 5:00 in Managua and ends on Sunday at 3:00. In that window, order the Weekend and public holidays speed before 2:20 and it arrives by 5:30 the same day. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Nicaragua
You apply from Nicaragua online, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both.
Vietnam visa requirements for Nicaraguan citizens
The Vietnam visa requirements for Nicaraguan citizens match those for every e-visa applicant:
- Nicaraguan passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Visa on arrival for Nicaraguan citizens
Nicaraguan citizens can use visa on arrival only when flying into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Cam Ranh. You need an approval letter before you board and pay a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
It does not work for cruise ports or land borders. For most trips the e-visa is simpler; you can compare both when you choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Nicaragua
You do not need an embassy for an e-visa, which is issued online. For consular help, check the list of Vietnamese missions on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mofa.gov.vn) for the one that covers Nicaragua.
Tips for Nicaraguan travelers
Two points help Nicaraguan travelers: reading the 30-day stay correctly, and ordering at the right hour.
The 30-day stay is for official passports only
Nicaragua's row on the exemption list shows 30 days for diplomatic and official or service passports. An ordinary Nicaraguan passport has no visa-free stay, and the e-visa allows up to 90 days.
Order in your evening, not your morning
Ordered at 9:00 in the morning in Managua, your file reaches Vietnam after every urgent cut-off and starts at 8:00 the next Vietnamese morning, which is 19:00 that evening in Managua. Ordered at 19:00 instead, every speed is still open.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes, with an ordinary Nicaraguan passport. Most apply online for the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days with single or multiple entry, and show the PDF with their passport at the border.
How long is the e-visa valid for Nicaraguan citizens?
The e-visa allows a stay of up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry. You choose the entry type and travel dates on the form, and the e-visa does not cost more for 90 days than for 30.
How much is the Vietnam government fee in córdobas?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. NIO 921) for single entry and US$50 (approx. NIO 1,843) for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in Managua?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 1:15 Managua time for delivery by 5:00, or Emergency before 4:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. After those cut-offs, order 1 working day.
Can I use the e-visa for a business trip from Nicaragua?
Yes, for short business visits such as meetings or conferences, within the 90-day limit. Employment in Vietnam is outside what the e-visa covers.
