Education in Nicaragua for Peru citizenship

Visa requirements depend on whether you need a visa to enter Nicaragua.

Students from countries that are not required a visa to enter Nicaragua will need to apply for an electronic entry permit and study permit.

Students from countries whose nationals are required a visa to enter Nicaragua will need to apply for an entry visa in addition to the electronic travel and study permit. Student visas are issued only to foreign students studying in the full-time department. Applications for entry visas and entry permits can be submitted at visa centers, embassies, or consulates, depending on which accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If your country doesn't have them, you need to contact the nearest embassy or consulate to your address. 

To obtain a visa to Nicaragua, you must provide the following documents:

• Valid passport

• A document from the university about your enrollment

• 2 photo cards

• Confirmation of housing availability

• Medical reference

Please note that the embassy may ask you for an additional list of documents.

Upon arrival in Nicaragua, students must obtain a residence permit. It is issued by the Immigration department of Nicaragua.

Documents required for obtaining a temporary residence permit in Nicaragua

• Application form

• A letter with an application for residence. The letter should be addressed to the General Directorate for Migration and Foreigners

• Passport. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months

• Two photos

• Criminal record certificate (Applicants under the age of 18 are not required to present this certificate)

• Birth Certificate

• A document from the university about your enrollment

You can read more about the list of documents and conditions for obtaining a residence permit at this link: https://www.migob.gob.ni/migracion/tramites/solicitud-de-residencia-temporal/