Find the Nicaraguan consulate that still serves you near you
Nicaragua's consular presence in the United States is no longer what it once was. In early 2024 six offices were shut down โamong them Los Angeles, Houston, San Francisco, Atlanta, New Orleans and Philadelphiaโ and in-person service was concentrated in three offices: the consular section of the Embassy in Washington D.C., the Consulate General in Miami and the Consulate General in New York.
For many Nicaraguans this means traveling farther or handling their paperwork online. On this page we gather the addresses, phones and hours of the open offices, explain how to book an appointment through citas.cancilleria.gob.ni, and link to guides on passport, national ID and civil registry. Always confirm hours and phone numbers before showing up, as they can change.
Map of the open Nicaraguan consulates
Only the three offices that still provide service are shown. Click a marker to see the information.
Open Nicaraguan consulates in the U.S.
These are the three offices that are still serving the public. Confirm hours and phone before your visit.
Nicaraguan consulates closed in 2024
These offices stopped providing service. If your paperwork depended on one of them, check the page to learn the alternatives and how to handle it online.
Doesn't your city have a Nicaraguan consulate?
These cities don't have a Nicaraguan consular office. We tell you which consulate to use (Washington, Miami or New York) and how to handle your procedure online.
How do you book an appointment online with the Nicaraguan consulate?
Nicaragua's Foreign Ministry centralizes appointments and many services on its online platform. Follow these steps.
Go to the platform
Access citas.cancilleria.gob.ni from your computer or phone. If you have questions, call 2244-8008 (information line in Nicaragua).
Register and choose an office
Create your account and select the available office: Washington D.C., Miami or New York, depending on your service.
Select the service
Indicate the service you need: passport, national ID, birth certificate, proof of life, powers of attorney or other documents.
Confirm and prepare
Choose a date and time, save your confirmation and gather the required documents. Check whether the service can be handled remotely.
Guides to Nicaraguan consular services
Everything you need for your paperwork from the U.S., explained step by step.
๐ Nicaraguan passport
Requirements, cost, renewal and processing times for the Nicaraguan passport from the United States.
๐ชช National ID card
How to obtain or renew your Nicaraguan ID card (cรฉdula) and what options you have living in the U.S.
๐ Birth certificate
Get your certificate and register your children born in the United States as Nicaraguans.
๐ Marriage certificate
How to request your Nicaraguan marriage certificate from abroad.
๐๏ธ Death certificate
Processing the death certificate for legal matters and inheritances.
โ Proof of life
Certificate of survival for pensions and procedures in Nicaragua.
๐ Single status certificate
Marital status document to get married or carry out procedures abroad.
๐งณ Safe-conduct
Emergency travel document when you do not have a valid passport.
๐ฌ Entry permit
How to handle the entry permit to Nicaragua and who to contact.
โ๏ธ Humanitarian parole (CHNV)
What happened to humanitarian parole after its termination in 2025 and your options.
๐ TPS for Nicaragua
Current status of Nicaraguan TPS after its termination and what it means for you.
โ๏ธ Travel without a passport
Alternatives and travel documents when your passport is expired or lost.
๐บ๐ธ Requirements to travel to the U.S.
Documents and visas Nicaraguans need to enter the United States.
๐ How to call Nicaragua
Dialing codes, rates and the best ways to call Nicaragua from the U.S.
๐ How to book an appointment
Guide to the citas.cancilleria.gob.ni platform, step by step.
Frequently asked questions about Nicaraguan consulates in the U.S.
Which Nicaraguan consulates are still open in the United States?
After the closures of January 2024, only three offices remain operational: the consular section of the Embassy in Washington D.C., the Consulate General in Miami and the Consulate General in New York. The offices in Los Angeles, Houston, San Francisco, Atlanta, New Orleans and Philadelphia stopped providing service.
Can I renew my Nicaraguan passport from the U.S.?
Yes, but the options have shrunk. Renewal is handled at the open offices (Washington, Miami or New York) and, depending on your case, part of the process may be started online through How to book your appointment โ. Check requirements, cost and processing times in our Nicaraguan passport guide and always confirm the information with the office that serves you.
Has humanitarian parole (CHNV) ended for Nicaraguans?
Yes. The CHNV humanitarian parole program (Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela) was terminated in 2025 and no longer accepts new applications. Do not trust anyone who offers to "process" a parole that is no longer available. To understand what this means and what your alternatives are, see our humanitarian parole page.
Is TPS for Nicaragua still in effect?
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Nicaragua was terminated, taking effect in 2026. This affects those who were covered under that status. Do not assume you can enroll as if the program were still open; get information from official sources and from an immigration attorney. You will find the latest details on our TPS for Nicaragua page.
How do I handle a service if my consulate closed?
If you depended on one of the closed offices (Los Angeles, Houston, San Francisco, Atlanta, New Orleans or Philadelphia), you have two paths: handle the service online through How to book your appointment โ when the service allows it, or visit the open office most convenient for you (Washington, Miami or New York). Each closed-city page explains the available alternatives.
Is there any cost to book the appointment online?
No. Scheduling the appointment at citas.cancilleria.gob.ni is free. What does have a cost are certain specific documents or services (for example, the passport). Be wary of people who charge just for "getting you the appointment." If you need guidance, you can call 2244-8008 in Nicaragua for information.