🇳🇮 Nicaragua · Employer-sponsored work
Científicos, profesionales, técnicos y personal especializado — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| 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
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Los menores de 18 años de edad, están exentos de este requisito”
“Solicitud de Residencia Temporal — temporary residence; page gives no permanent-residence criteria”
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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.