U.S. Department of State
Level 3Reconsider Travel
There was no change to the advisory level. Advisory summary was updated.
Full advisory →Is Nicaragua safe? 🇳🇮
Americas · Updated
As of September 2026, Nicaragua scores 48/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Nicaragua Level 3: Reconsider Travel. Of the 4 Nicaragua destinations assessed, León scores highest (51/100), while Granada scores lowest (40/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
UK government support There is no resident British diplomatic mission in Nicaragua, and FCDO cannot give in-person support. If you need emergency help or have passport-related issues, contact the British Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica, via this contact form.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 2Exercise a high degree of caution
Canada's official risk level for Nicaragua: exercise a high degree of caution.
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Nicaragua destinations by safety score
#1🇳🇮LeónModerate · updated 29 July 202651#2🇳🇮ManaguaModerate · updated 28 July 202651#3🇳🇮San Juan del SurModerate · updated 29 July 202649#4🇳🇮GranadaUse Caution · updated 30 September 202640
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03 · Evidence Signals
Nicaragua safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2021 | 11.3 / 100k | 42 | World Bank Open Data (2021) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 65/100 | 65 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 29/100 | 29 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 13.6 / 100k | 56 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Nicaragua safety FAQ
Is Nicaragua safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Nicaragua Level 3 of 4 — Reconsider Travel. On our composite index Nicaragua averages 48/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 30 September 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Nicaragua?
Of the destinations we've assessed, León currently scores highest at 51/100 (Moderate). Granada scores lowest at 40/100.
Where does this Nicaragua safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.