AMERICAN CITIZENS SERVICES

Residing in Nicaragua

Many Americans live in Nicaragua.  Some come as missionaries.  Some are born here.  Many Americans come to Nicaragua to retire.  No matter your reason for being in Nicaragua, you can find information about residing in Nicaragua below.  Many private, non-governmental websites – www.nicaliving.com, www.nicatimes.net, and others – provide information on residing in Nicaragua for English speakers.

• Register with Us. Why?  Registering helps us better assist you in an emergency.
  
  
• Nicaragua: An Overview  Read our Country Specific Information (CSI) for the basics on Nicaragua:
• COUNTRY DESCRIPTION
• ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS
• SAFETY AND SECURITY
• CRIME
• MEDICAL FACILITIES AND HEALTH INFORMATION
• TRAFFIC SAFETY AND ROAD CONDITIONS
• SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES (Property and Legal Issues)
• CRIMINAL PENALTIES
  
  
• Warden Information and Announcements
  
  
• Nicaraguan Residency Requirements
  
  
• Bilingual Schools in Managua
  
  
• Bringing Pets to/from Nicaragua
  
  
• Driving in Nicaragua
  
  
• Voting Abroad  Generally, all U.S. citizens 18 years and older are eligible to vote absentee in Federal elections.  Most states allow absentee voting in local elections as well.
  
  
• U.S. Taxes The IRS website is your source for tax forms, brochures and online filing information.
  
  
• Registration for the Selective Service   All male U.S. citizens and immigrants, ages 18 through 25, must register with the Selective Service.  Registration is now available online.
  
  
• Reporting the Death of a U.S. Citizen Overseas
  
  
• Property Disputes
  
  
• Dual Nationality