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Nicaragua is open to leisure tourism and visitor numbers are still rising, with tourism bodies reporting growth in 2026. Travel is possible, but official advisories consistently warn about political volatility, crime, and in some cases arbitrary detention or exit restrictions. Travelers should expect a normal tourism experience in popular areas, but with a higher-than-usual security and logistics risk profile.

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Nicaragua is open to leisure tourism and visitor numbers are still rising, with tourism bodies reporting growth in 2026. Travel is possible, but official advisories consistently warn about political volatility, crime, and in some cases arbitrary detention or exit restrictions. Travelers should expect a normal tourism experience in popular areas, but with a higher-than-usual security and logistics risk profile.