🇳🇮 Nicaragua · Employer-sponsored work
Trabajador en Relación de dependencia — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €6,387 |
| Minimum annual salary | USD 7,325 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €183 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.migob.gob.ni/migracion/tramites/solicitud-de-residencia-temporal/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €6,387.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Trabajador en Relación de dependencia... Contrato Individual de Trabajo, certificado por el Ministerio del Trabajo cuando se establezca una relación de dependencia... Constancia de cumplimiento del artículo 14 del Código del Trabajo. Only a labour contract and Labour Ministry certification are required; no salary threshold is stated (fees in Córdobas only).”
“Solicitud de Residencia Temporal... Residencia temporal anual C$ 7,324.86. It is a temporary (annual) residence; page silent on permanent residence.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.