Nicaragua (Republic of)

Nicaragua (Republic of)

History of Relations

On 15 September 1994 South Africa established full diplomatic relations with Nicaragua. The Ambassador, Mexico City, is accredited to Nicaragua.

Diplomatic Representation

South African Representation in Nicaragua

South Africa is not residentially represented in Nicaragua. Please contact the South African Embassy in Mexico City, Mexico.

H E Mr D T Dlomo
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary

South African Embassy

TIME DIFFERENCE WITH SA:
-8 hours (Winter - Oct - March)
-7 hours (Summer - April - Sept)

Nicaraguan Representation in South Africa

Nicaragua is not residentially represented in South Africa.

Travel Info

Visa Requirements for South Africans

For more information contact the South African Embassy in Mexico.

Travel Advisory: Warning on illegal activities abroad

South African citizens travelling abroad are strongly advised to take care not to become involved in activities which may be, or are, illegal in foreign countries. Please remember, once you leave South Africa, you are not protected by South African laws and constitutional rights. If you are arrested abroad, the South African Government cannot get you out of prison or demand your release. At most, your government can intercede with local authorities to try and ensure that your rights under the laws of the country in which you were arrested are fully observed. It can also attempt to ensure that you are treated humanely, i.e., according to those international agreements to which the country in which you have been arrested, has acceded.

Please note that the South African Government views crimes - particularly those involving illegal drugs, mercenary activities, the traffic in humans or small arms or the abuse of women and children - in a most serious light.

Health Requirements

Malaria - only chlorquin needed
Typhoid Fever present - low risk
Tetanus - immunisation reommended
Yello Fever

For further information go to Travelers' Health.

Climate Info

For up-to-date weather information click here

Currency Info

The monetary unit is the Nicaraguan Cordoba Oro (NIO).

For current exchange rates click here.

Visa Requirements for Nicaraguan citizens visiting South Africa.

For more information contact the Embassy of South Africa in Mexico City.

State and Official Visits / Bilateral Meetings

No Information

Bilateral Agreements

If you have any queries with regard to treaties please contact the Treaty Section of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) at 012 351 1000.

Trade Info

For current information on trade statistics between South Africa and Nicaragua, visit the website of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition of South Africa.

Interest Groups and Information

No Information